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Is there such thing as a Positive Perimenopause? I believe so! And it starts with the incredible influence your mindset and beliefs have on how you perceive and respond to the changes happening in your body. By cultivating a positive & empowering mindset you can navigate through life’s transformations with strength and resilience It’s one of the steps that I talk about in my FREE guide “The Empowered Women's Guide to Perimenopause” Grab yours now by sending me the word "GUIDE" or you can find the link on my profile #menopauseawareness #perimenopause #positivemindset

𝑽𝒆𝒓𝒚 𝒊𝒏𝒔𝒊𝒈𝒉𝒕𝒇𝒖𝒍 𝒂𝒓𝒕𝒊𝒄𝒍𝒆 𝒃𝒆𝒍𝒐𝒘 𝒘𝒉𝒊𝒄𝒉 𝒔𝒉𝒐𝒘𝒔 𝒉𝒐𝒘 𝑴𝒆𝒏𝒐𝒑𝒂𝒖𝒔𝒆 𝒄𝒂𝒏 𝒔𝒖𝒅𝒅𝒆𝒏𝒍𝒚 𝒄𝒂𝒖𝒔𝒆 𝒂 𝒎𝒂𝒔𝒔𝒊𝒗𝒆 𝒇𝒆𝒂𝒓 𝒐𝒇 𝒅𝒓𝒊𝒗𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒅𝒖𝒆 𝒕𝒐 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒉𝒖𝒈𝒆 𝒉𝒊𝒌𝒆 𝒊𝒏 𝒂𝒏𝒙𝒊𝒆𝒕𝒊𝒆𝒔. This women had been a confident driver for so many years yet suddenly, despite a queue of cars honking their horns behind her, she hesitated to move forward and she was shaking in fear. Not only do many men find it startling as to the amount of driving duties they find themselves tied up with whilst their women are going through #Menopause or #Perimenopause, but many women are also asking themselves... "Why do I suddenly hate driving after being such a confident driver for decades?" Here is a few important points that will help give clarity...👇 👉𝑩𝒓𝒂𝒊𝒏 𝒇𝒐𝒈. This is one of the most common Menopause symptoms. The drop in Estrogen during Menopause causes lapses of concentration and forgetfulness. It can be easy, for instance, to take a wrong turning and forget where you were going. 👉𝑫𝒓𝒚 𝒆𝒚𝒆𝒔 The drop in Estrogen cuts back supply of eye moisture to keep the eyes healthy. This causes constant eye irritation and not only implore vision, but can take focus off the road and risk accidents 👉𝑪𝒐𝒓𝒕𝒊𝒔𝒐𝒍.This rises sharply to compensate for the fall in Estrogen, leading to fears of accidents or other things happening, as with the woman below. 👉𝑫𝒊𝒛𝒛𝒊𝒏𝒆𝒔𝒔 The drop in Estrogen can also cause imbalance in the ears leading to Dizziness, light headedness and even Vertigo 👉𝑼𝒓𝒊𝒏𝒂𝒓𝒚 𝒊𝒏𝒄𝒐𝒏𝒕𝒊𝒏𝒆𝒏𝒄𝒆. Menopause causes bladders to weaken significantly leading to many women having unwanted personal accidents, which can suddenly take focus away from driving because all they are thinking is where the nearest toilet is and the discomfort of unwanted wetness. 👉𝑯𝒆𝒂𝒗𝒚 𝒑𝒆𝒓𝒊𝒐𝒅𝒔. Again very common. Periods are very irregular during Menopause so difficult to track. When they do come not only can they come like an avalanche causing unwanted and uncomfortable mess, but also in a painful, crampy way to the point of women even fearing if they may have cancer. Behind the wheel is a very unsafe place to have this experience. So guys, understand your women and know that your extra driving duties are actually serving and preserving their mental wellbeing. If you are wanting to understand more about Menopause, male or female, please feel free to join my Facebook group... "The Menopause Temple of Enlightenment". #Perimenopausesupport #menopausesupport #Meg #menopausia #menopauseawareness #menopausematters #menopausesymptoms #midlifewomen #hormonalhealth #Perimenopausehealth

BRANDS WE LOVE: Restoring confidence and clarity in female health for all women 🙌🏾⚡️ Founded by Abi Adams, the Prøject Wøman membership is a dynamic and nourishing space for the woman who has done all that she's been told or expected to do yet who sits at home rolling with the emotional rollercoasters whilst showing the world "I'm fine". We Are Project Woman provides education and support for women of all phases to grow and evolve: menstruation, perimenopause, and menopause. Through the private membership, you have access to courses, workshops, podcasts, and a host of tools to support your longterm health and wellbeing. Like us, Abi Adams is also passionate about supporting female-founded businesses. Her advice to an aspiring entrepreneur or woman just starting her career? "Surround yourself with humans that can see you for the powerful woman you really are and offer you wise advice that encourages you to make your own decisions. Keep family and friends separate and believe in the power of community." Highlights of her business journey so far? "Evoking a sense of freedom and power all of the women I have supported on their private and group experiences through the understanding of feminine health within menstruation and perimenopause and menopause." Key lessons she has learned along the way? "I don't need to do this all on my own, and money is never the obstacle." And the best piece of advice she has received? "You don't know what you don't know." We are very honoured to have Prøject Wøman as a founding member of our WomenLed Collective. Read more via the link in comments ✨

📢 Calling all LinkedIn professionals! 🌟 Today I stumbled upon an eye-opening 👀 article that delves into the challenges faced by aging women in the workforce, shining a spotlight 🔦 on two critical aspects: menopause at work and ageism. It's a must-read for everyone looking to promote inclusivity and equality in their organizations. 🔗 Article Link: Aging Women in the Workforce Face a Crisis of Confidence The piece, published by Fortune, explores how women navigating the latter stages of their careers encounter unique hurdles, including the often overlooked topic of menopause. It sheds light on the struggles these women face as they juggle physical and emotional changes while striving to excel professionally. Furthermore, the article highlights the pervasive issue of ageism, which affects women 🙋♀️ disproportionately in the workplace. It calls for a collective effort to dismantle preconceived notions and biases, fostering an environment where skills, experience, and expertise prevail over age-related stereotypes. As professionals, it's essential that we champion 🎖 diversity and empower 💪 all individuals to reach their fullest potential, regardless of age or gender! Let's open up dialogues about menopause at work, dispel myths, and create supportive policies that accommodate the needs of all employees. I highly recommend giving this enlightening article a read! Share it within your network and lets engage in conversations 💬 that challenge the status quo! Together, we can drive positive 💥 change and pave the way for a more inclusive 🤝 and equitable future. Join the discussion by sharing your thoughts in the comments section. Let's raise awareness, promote understanding, and work towards building workplaces that embrace and celebrate individuals of all ages. #AgingWomenInTheWorkforce #MenopauseAtWork #Ageism #InclusionMatters

The first step to solve a problem is to be aware of it. Menopause impacts many women at the most productive stage of their careers. We all have a woman colleague or parent or friend who is living this challenge right now! As individuals and organizations, we can do something about it. A stellar team of KF Institute researchers have surveyed thousands of women. Here are the results. #menopauseawareness #leadership #performance #dei #women #ceo #impact #kfinstitute #research #career

Women in their 40s are starting to move sideways or out. There is a pattern of changes going on with middle-aged females in the workspace. They are at the point of stepping up and instead they are stepping down, moving sideways or out... Although the initial response may seem to revolve around a desire to prioritize family, I am convinced that there are deeper underlying factors at play, ones that often remain unspoken or even unnoticed. 👇🏻 Here’s my perspective: I believe hormones play a big role in this shift in two ways. 1️⃣ Perimenopause. The transition to menopause that lasts several years, can bring unexpected symptoms that affect work and daily life. Many women face stigma around perimenopause, which can make it hard to talk about with colleagues or seek support from male supervisors. When supervisors don't understand or acknowledge perimenopause, it can really affect an employee's well-being. She feels unseen, misunderstood, lost, alone, she lo longer believes in her skill and talent because she does not recognise herself anymore. So she leaves. 2️⃣ Masculinisation. If a woman chooses the path of professional success, she will swing more masculinised. Men do not run on the same types of cycles like women do. Women go through hormonal changes that impact all aspects of themselves. The female body is fluid and adaptive. It goes every month through chemical changes which impacts her state. So her skill and talent does not work with a schedule. However, our current societal structures and expectations confines women within rigid schedules and masculine paradigms. When women conform too closely to masculine ideals of productivity and efficiency, they risk losing touch with their authentic selves. Women thrive in environments that honor their fluidity and intuition. So after having spent 20 years in such rigid environments, and finding themselves in their mid-life they realize that they lost touch with their authentic self. So they leave. 💭 What do you think is the underlying cause?

Perimenopause is a significant phase in a woman's life, and self-care takes center stage during this time. Rest and reflection are crucial. Take a moment to listen to your body and mind; they hold valuable insights. It's an opportunity to reevaluate what brings you joy. Your priorities may shift, and that's perfectly fine. Give yourself permission to step back from the daily grind and simply breathe. Your well-being deserves this attention. Perimenopause is a transformative journey of self-discovery. Make self-care a priority and thrive during this phase. Interested in joining a community of like-minded women on their perimenopause journey? Comment 'I'M IN' below, and I'll send you a direct message with the link to my Facebook group.

The Next C2S National Women’s Leadership Network Online - Please Join us! WHEN AND WHERE Date: Tuesday 26/09/2023         Time: 10:00am - 11:00am        At: Online Event ABOUT THE EVENT This month we talk about menopause. You may say what again! But there is still a lot of work to be done to educate people in the workplace, change the working environment, support women in business, and engage men in business in this important topic! 100% of women in the workplace will go through this at some point in their career, so working together, sharing ideas, stories and learning from each other can only be a good thing! At these quarterly online events we hear from inspiring women in business, discuss and debate hot topics around real time issues today. WHO IS THE EVENT FOR? * For women in business who are interested in being part of a dynamic, motivational, support network * For people who want to build an effective and robust menopause strategy at work * For women in business who want to make a difference, share ideas, stories, and learn from each other * For women in business who want to improve the working environment and balanced opportunities * For women in business who want to pave the way for the next generation of talented women * For women in business who want to make a difference MANDY'S STORY Mandy will share with us her journey and the impact menopause has had on her working life. She has become a menopause champion inspiring other women to be more confident, speak out and create positive change! Mandy will share insights, ideas, lessons learnt and what Spirax Sarco are doing to support women in business. They are working hard to support women through menopause, raise awareness and create an educated workforce. Mandy will share with us some of the ideas and initiatives they have implemented that have made a real difference at work and some of the things she has found that are helping her through menopause. DISCUSSION GROUP This event includes discussions groups and the opportunity to share your ideas, stories, challanges and be part of a positive, support network. We hope you will join us for this inspiring, insightful, and engaging online event. GUEST SPEAKER Mandy Biddell – Assembly Planning Team Lead at Spirax Sarco Wellbeing in the workplace is high on the agenda for Spirax Sarco and Mandy with share her story, experiences, best practice, valuable insights and take aways. Please join us and be part of the conversation! BOOK YOUR PLACE HERE: https://lnkd.in/emMw7pQt Please help spread the word and share this event with your connections!

Thank you, Veroniek Vermeulen (Silatha), for the opportunity to participate in this webinar. Women in the menopausal transition represent the fastest-growing part of the workforce. Considering that menopausal symptoms can affect women's work performance from their mid 40s or even earlier and the symptoms are often stronger in the peri-menopausal phase of this transition, they will happen whilst women are at work. It is, therefore, essential for employers and the economy to gain a better understanding of menopause, take steps to support women who may require it, and foster a more supportive workplace culture. This shift will not only reduce stigmatisation but also make menopause an unremarkable topic of conversation. It leads to companies retaining experienced and talented employees and an overall more successful company.