Menopause Support Group
Menopause is the physiological cessation of menstrual cycles associated with advancing age. It normally occurs in women between the ages of 45 and 55, when the body begins to slow and stop the production of eggs, estrogen and progesterone production decreases, and menstruation diminishes, eventually stopping altogether.
I am a sensitive person, who always put others' needs and feelings above my own. On paper it is a good quality, but in real life it sucks! I usually end up being taken advantage of, manipulated and hurt. Having a low self esteem, has made it very difficult for me to stand up for myself.
And then peri-menopause happened! At first I felt terrible after lashing out at people, during my terrible mood swings. But then I realized that I can use this to my advantage. My middle child is a divorced mother of a 9 year old little girl, and has been manipulating me all her life. We love each other very much, but she always puts her own needs first, and I have been the perfect sucker! Until now. I somehow have the guts now to stand my ground, say NO and protect myself against manipulators! And if people feel offended by my reactions, I just blame it on the MENOPAUSE!! Honestly, my daughter (and others) started to treat me with the respect I should have received years ago!
Thank you, menopause!
And then peri-menopause happened! At first I felt terrible after lashing out at people, during my terrible mood swings. But then I realized that I can use this to my advantage. My middle child is a divorced mother of a 9 year old little girl, and has been manipulating me all her life. We love each other very much, but she always puts her own needs first, and I have been the perfect sucker! Until now. I somehow have the guts now to stand my ground, say NO and protect myself against manipulators! And if people feel offended by my reactions, I just blame it on the MENOPAUSE!! Honestly, my daughter (and others) started to treat me with the respect I should have received years ago!
Thank you, menopause!
Whether as mothers or wives, or as mature women, we all need to be respected and loved. Sounds like this is a chance for your daughter to tap into her own strength. A chance to become even more self sufficient. It will help give her a better self-esteem.
Now back to you.... Hooray!! I say, keep it up... ;)
I can't say that I love menopause however. Too many negatives overpower this one good thing.