Mind Over Menopause
Studies show that the number of women who enter menopause is approximately 1,600,000 each year. Many of these women experience a variety of different uncomfortable symptoms. Even for those who are free of troubling symptoms, this is an important transition that requires changes in attitudes that match the changes taking place within the body.
All women need to be able to go through this transition feeling healthy in mind, body, spirit and emotions.
Menopause is the end stage of menstruation. This is the time in life when women stop being able to produce children. A woman’s period called Menses stops naturally (for most women) with the decline of monthly hormonal cycles between the ages of 40 and 60. It may stop earlier in life because of a woman’s unique situation – illness or because of the surgical removal of the uterus or both ovaries. As the production of estrogen by the ovaries and pituitary gonad -stimulating hormones decreases, a woman’s ovulation and menstruation begin to slow down and eventually stop.
Variations in the circulating levels of the hormones occur as the hormone levels decline. Hot flashes are the only general symptom of menopause that nearly every woman experiences. They are often controlled with estrogen and progesterone and are sometimes so uncomfortable clients may need therapy. Hot flashes will stop in time without hormonal treatment. Occasionally, heavy irregular bleeding occurs at this time, usually linked to fibers like tumors or other uterine disorders.
Hypnosis can be very effective in reducing the frequency and intensity of hot flashes. Hypnosis is a mind-body intervention that is of significant benefit in treatment of hot flashes and other benefits may include reduced anxiety and improved sleep. Further, hypnosis may be a preferred treatment because of no side effects and the preference of many women for a non-hormonal therapy.
Hypnosis is an altered state of consciousness where it is possible to decrease the perception of an experience. This is very true with the symptoms of Menopause. With hypnosis, suggestions can be given that would increase the client’s ability to cope with those symptoms.
With hypnosis:
- the person’s attention is more focused
- people are highly suggestible and more responsive to suggestions
- people are more open and less critical or sceptical
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There are 3 factors that affect the intensity and type of menopause symptoms:
- SELF ESTEEM
- STRESS
- WEIGHT
Working with each of these aspects is an integral part of the comprehensive The Power Within ‘Mind over Menopause’ program
SELF ESTEEM is divided into three different components:
Self Image is the picture that you have of yourself in your mind. For most women this is about 70% body image , but also includes characteristics that you identify with yourself such as hard working or lazy. In men it is approximately 50% body image and 50% character traits.
Self Confidence is measured by the things you know you can do well. The world reinforces this belief by giving you money, grades or ‘pats on the back’.
Innate Worth – this is the third component. This is an intrinsic sense of worth and value that comes from within yourself and is not dependent on externals.
Here are some Affirmations Which Support the Development of High Self Esteem
1. I believe that I am capable and competent.
2. I believe that I am worthwhile and valuable, and that my life is significant.
3. I believe I have the power to influence my life.
Not only are these Affirmations, together with Guided Visualization, given to clients at that deep level of mind, I have them practice these often during Self Hypnosis which is another powerful technique that I teach clients. (For those of you new to Self Hypnosis, it’s a very powerful tool because the sub-conscious does NOT know the difference between what is real and what is vividly imagined.) Just like physical muscles, emotional muscles require to be built and, we must be consistency is key.
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Tips to Improve Self Esteem
Focus on Your Positives!
It’s easy to forget that you are a unique and very special person. Take some time to write a list of the attributes that you are proud of (i.e. intelligence, humor, athletic ability, thoughtful, caring etc.) Go ahead – write out that list today! Be specific, and keep your list handy to make additions or reading our loud when you are feeling down.
Look in the Mirror!
Take a reflective moment to see yourself as others do. Do you take care of your body, do you eat right, exercise regularly, practice good grooming? Remember, you look on the outside is a reflection of how you feel on the inside.
Associate with Winners!
Picking the supportive friends and associates helps you surround yourself with positive energy, enthusiasm, and a “can do” attitude. Be careful not to compare, be okay with who you are.
Manage your First Impressions!
Many studies in human communication emphasizes the importance of a first impression. Look people in the eye, reach out with a handshake, and say your name first. Try to use the person’s name in the conversation to aid in remembering. Using this technique gives a great first impression. Eye contact is vital in informing people how you feel about yourself and conveys sincerity.
Acknowledge Those Around You!
Take the time to notice the little positives you see in others. Be generous with compliments. By putting the positive energy out to others, you receive 10-fold in return. Say “thank you” when you are the receiver of praise. Thank them twice and it will reinforce the compliment and spread the positive energy around.
Choose your Words Wisely!
Everything that you say about yourself and others is carved into your memory. Negative self talk has a way of affecting the way you look at life.
