Menopause: Positive Thinking?
So what’s it going to be; drama or delight? You’ve heard the horror stories or you’re experiencing it yourself. At this time of mental, physical and emotional transitions in your life, you’re wondering “what happened to my positive attitude?” Dealing with night sweats, mood swings and hot flashes seem to take up all of your time. Your thermostat has gone haywire so you’re either trying to cool off or get warm!
As a boomer woman you understand what is going on but just want some relief. I was talking with my friend Cheryl, a NC lawyer, the other day and she was going on about her menopausal symptoms. I always tell her to think positive and that the symptoms will be more bearable! Scoffing at this simply because she wanted her pity party.
Now, I’m not saying that having a positive attitude will make the menopausal symptoms go away but it will make you more pleasant to be around. Once you know you’re doing all you can to manage your symptoms, you can take the attitude of “this too shall pass,” albeit probably not fast enough for you!
You want to have a positive attitude about all of the discomfort but it’s just too much trouble. You have a closet full of clothes that you can’t wear, a hairstyle that ‘flops’ when you most want to look great and those telltale beads of sweat on your forehead. Even though being a grouch is not your usual style, you can’t seem to help it.
What would be different if you decide to design your life around your menopause rather than resisting it? Designing your life in such a manner is similar to “going with the flow” but with specific intention. Using the tips below will help you to set your intention for a powerful lifestyle transition.
- Commit. Pledge to yourself as well as those you love to powerfully create a life you can love for the next week. Instead of reacting, commit to creating from your heart and soul, out of love rather than fear. Be amazed as the transformation begins.
- Recognize. Embrace the thought that each moment is perfect regardless of its outcome. If you are not pleased with the outcome, decide to use that moment to learn from and make the appropriate shift.
- Gratitude. Generate gratitude for the things you do have rather than what you don’t. Being grateful helps to keep the mind, body and spirit uplifted. Learn to utilize what you have in your hands and make use of it in the most constructive way.
- Laugh. Keep humor at the forefront of thought, laughing at and with yourself when possible. You may find yourself quite entertaining when you loosen up!
- Believe. You are the architect of your destiny. No one can take your passionate future from you except you! Create your life authentically with intention.
These tips are designed to get you steer your thinking in a more proactive way; to take control of your thoughts. Just in case you’re wondering, yes, I’m also experiencing some of the menopausal symptoms and have found these tips invaluable. So instead of subjecting yourself to what you will be doomed for, make your path by taking the first step with a positive attitude.
Looking for more information on these tips and more, contact Inez Bracy.
Tags: hot flashes, menopause, positive thinking, Stress
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Fancy Friday Minute
Filed under: Desires, Life Coach, Lifestyle, Lifestyle Transitions
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Tags: change, choices, Life Coach
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Discover Your Genius in 3 Steps
Filed under: Boomer Women, Life Coach, Lifestyle Transitions
Discovering your genius is easier than you think. With the abundance and rapidity of information and the myth of multi-tasking it’s no wonder your mind is full of chaos. It’s amazing how holding everything in your mind stifles your genius and kills your creativity. Using the services of a life coach is an excellent way to move out of chaos into calm when you’re ready to tap into your creativity.
Letting go of useless information stimulates the genius process. As you begin the transition of releasing the useless information piece by piece, you will marvel at how clear headed/minded you are. One of the ways to let go of information is to spend some time in reflection.
Spending time in reflection can be as easy as watching a slow moving meandering stream. Or it can be watching the waves crashing in the ocean. Some people like mountain climbing others prefer a slow leisurely walk. Of course, sitting quietly in your favorite lounge chair also works.
Just the other day while watching a man and a little boy surf, I thought about the process of discovering the genius within. We’re all born a genius. What happened? Watching the surfers gave a glimmer of an answer. As the surfers paddled out to catch the waves, they were both knocked back, the waves knocked the little boy around like a feather.
After the wave would knock him back, he would paddle, paddle, and paddle furiously, pumping his little arms. The next wave would come and he would start all over again. He finally got out far enough catching the waves. I couldn’t see his face but I could imagine his joy when he stood up and rode a wave.
This little boy showed a persistence that is often lost as you grow older. Now think for a moment of the many times you’ve been knocked back by something. With each knock your genius becomes deeper and deeper hidden.
Imagine what it would be like if you get right back up and paddle until you “catch the wave?” See yourself with a big smile as you ride the wave to discovering your genius. As you take control of your “surf board” your persistence leads you to unveiling your dream. Imagine the possibilities as you use these three steps to begin to discover your genius and uncover your creativity.
1. Think. Actively monitor your thoughts and beliefs. Determine what thoughts and beliefs are hiding your genius.
2. Persistence. Everyday spend time thinking about who you are and who you desire to be. Be prepared to throw out the beliefs that are stifling your genius.
3. Take baby steps. It’s important to embrace the process fully. Taking baby steps allows you to feel the feelings that will come when you’re releasing ‘old’ emotions, beliefs and thoughts.
Begin your journey to discover the genius within. Feel confident that you’re doing what’s right for you. Research when necessary, reflect and meditate to make sure you’re on your right track. Listen to your inner voice. Most importantly, enjoy, have fun and know that discovering the genius within is okay.
Tags: abundance, genius, joy, Life Coach, mind, reflection
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