Perimenopause Menocoach Modal Week 4
HOW TO HELP AVOID STRESS AND ANXIETY
Menopause, a transition period marked by hormonal upheavals, can in some cases lead to mood swings, but mainly results in stress and anxiety for most women. Although caused by many factors, stress is not without health consequences when it persists, which is why it must be treated like any other symptom. Here are some tips to improve your well-being during this important stage of your life.
The drop in estrogen can have a direct influence on your mood. In some cases, menopause can cause hyperthyroidism and this condition is known to play an important role in anxiety. But most often, it is sleeping disorders that are the cause of stress. Hot flashes can make them worse and, if they persist, can be a major source of stress.
ADOPT HEALTHY HABITS
Menopause is an opportunity to reevaluate your health goals and rediscover the benefits of a healthy diet. A varied diet in moderate quantities will help your body adapt to the changes it is undergoing. In addition to helping protect your cardiovascular system, this will help alleviate hot flashes and sleeping disorders.
Try to stop drinking liquids a few hours before bedtime, especially those containing alcohol or caffeine. Avoid physical exercise in the evening and blue light from screens. Instead, try closing your eyes and meditating at night.
Anxiety, on the other hand, is not necessarily linked to hormonal changes. The period of menopause often coincides with other upheavals. Adolescents to manage or children leaving the family nest, aging parents, career developments or relationship problems can add to weight gain, wrinkles, hair loss, or even libido. Facing aging in addition to having to manage upheavals in your daily life is anything but easy.
TALK WITH OTHERS
In general, the best way to avoid loss of confidence and isolation is to be surrounded by others. Finding opportunities to discuss these changes, with a health professional, friends or your partner, is essential to gain perspective. Taking the time to understand what you are going through will allow you to educate yourself and raise awareness among those around you. You will be able to put into perspective this phase which is natural in the life of every woman.
