“Our attitude in the face of life’s challenges determines our suffering or our freedom.”
Tara Brach
If you’re navigating perimenopause or menopause, it can feel like life as you knew it has been turned upside down. Many of us experience the transition as a confusing mix of emotional and physical challenges - like being hit by a bus and then expected to just carry on.
The symptoms can be unpredictable and overwhelming: brain fog, wild temperature swings, body aches, and a cascade of emotions you weren’t expecting. It’s a time of profound change, driven by shifting hormones that impact your mind and body in ways you might never have imagined.
But while we can’t “fix” menopause - it’s a natural stage of life - there are ways to navigate it with more ease, clarity, and peace of mind.
What can you do?
Sometimes, the first step is simply slowing down and giving yourself permission to care for your inner world. Mindfulness is one powerful way to bring calm into the chaos, helping you reduce anxiety, build resilience, and reconnect with your sense of self.
Read on for how I can help!
What the *&$% is happening to my life…?
Join the Mindful Peace Programme
The Mindful Peace Programme is an 8-week Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) course that has transformed countless lives. Originally developed to help individuals who have recovered from depression prevent relapse, it has been tailored here for those navigating menopause. I welcome anyone on this journey - whether you’re cisgender, transgender, or non-binary.
The programme will help you:
• Manage emotional ups and downs with greater ease.
• Rediscover joy, even amidst the challenges.
• Build a foundation of mindfulness to navigate this life transition with clarity and strength.
Upcoming Course Details
When: Tuesdays, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm, from 18th February to 8th April 2025, with a day-long retreat on Saturday, 5th April
Where: Online.
Prefer in-person? Join my general mindfulness course in Bingley (details here), or contact me to join the waiting list for menopause-specific in-person sessions.
How to Get Started
Contact me for a free 30-Minute Consultation: Let’s chat about your needs and see if the programme is the right fit for you.
Attend a taster session: Experience mindfulness first-hand at our next in-person taster at Hedgehog Organics on [insert date] at [insert time].
Let’s Navigate This Together
I’m 52, so trust me - I get it. This isn’t an easy road, but it’s one we don’t have to walk alone. Through mindfulness, we can cultivate more calm, clarity, and connection, no matter what’s happening with our hormones.
Take the first step toward finding your peace by joining the Mindful Peace Programme.
Sarah