Spending a few minutes a day in mindful meditation can help ease many menopause symptoms.
There is clear and consistent research that mindfulness improves our menopause experience. It can help improve sleep and menopausal symptoms, including hot flashes and night sweats. It may also help to reduce anxiety, irritability, depression and pain.
In this episode, Clarissa is joined by mind-body expert Cara Bradley, voted by Mindful.org as one of the most powerful women in the mindfulness movement.
They discuss the power of mindfulness in navigating menopause, the impact of menopause on the brain, and the importance of self-compassion during this transformative phase of life.
Cara shares a three-step menopause and mindfulness practice that involves naming symptoms, examining them with loving kindness, and taking small actions to address them. They also discuss the role of mindfulness in managing brain fog and choosing one's state of being. The episode concludes with key takeaways and action steps for listeners to implement mindfulness in their own lives.
Takeaways
Menopause is a prime time for women to awaken to their changing bodies, brains, and minds, and mindfulness can play a crucial role in this process.
Mindfulness is the ability to know what's happening in the present moment without judgment, and it can be practiced through formal meditation and moment-to-moment awareness.
Self-compassion is essential during menopause, and simple practices like placing a hand on the heart can cultivate self-love and kindness.
Addressing brain fog in menopause can be supported by mindfulness practices that help regulate the nervous system and prioritize sleep.
Choosing one's state of being through mindfulness empowers women to navigate the challenges of menopause and embrace their wisdom and power.
Sound Bites
08:48 The Impact of Menopause on the Brain
12:48 Understanding Mindfulness
18:43 The Importance of Self-Compassion
22:08 Practicing Mindfulness in Menopause
33:00 Addressing Brain Fog with Mindfulness
38:08 Choosing Your Mindset
45:21Action Steps to Start Being Mindful
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