How do you get through life when it seems like your best days are behind you?
#midlife #writing #life
https://donutsdesires.blogspot.com/2018/03/the-crisis-in-midlife.html

#perimenopause #meditation #womenshealth #midlife #sacredfeminine

https://insighttimer.com/kristensimonds/guided-meditations/navigate-perimenopause-with-grace-a-nurturing-meditation?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub

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28 May 2025

Would a mid-life crisis be exciting right now? I already have a motorcycle—so technically, I have all the necessary equipment to pull one off successfully. Then again, the bike itself is a remnant of a crisis long past. I once considered using it for photography, riding around and capturing whatever caught my eye. But transporting my camera presents an interesting challenge: I don’t have saddlebags. Turns out, it’s all a bit too complicated—riding a motorcycle requires preparation, safety inspections, and proper gear. Besides, I rarely feel the urge to go anywhere these days. If anything, I’d make a poor excuse for a mid-life crisis-stricken man. I’m too old, too content, and honestly, just fine with how things are.

"Your days are numbered. Use them to throw open the windows of your soul to the sun. If you do not, the sun will soon set, and you with it." — Marcus Aurelius

#morning #sunset #midlife #motorcycle

Navigating Perimenopause: The Power of Meditation

Perimenopause

Perimenopause, the transitional phase leading up to menopause, can be filled with a variety of physical and emotional challenges. Women may experience symptoms such as hot flashes, mood swings, and changes in sleep patterns. While these changes are natural, they can be overwhelming, often leading to stress and anxiety. This is where meditation comes in as a powerful tool for managing the journey.

Body Awareness

Meditation encourages mindfulness, helping women develop a deeper connection with their bodies. By focusing on the present moment, individuals can cultivate acceptance and self-compassion as they navigate the ups and downs of perimenopause. Through guided meditations, one can learn to release tension and embrace the transformative nature of this period in life.

Regulation

The practice of meditation also aids in emotional regulation, allowing women to process their feelings without becoming overwhelmed. Techniques such as deep breathing can soothe the nervous system and reduce anxiety, helping to balance the emotional waves that accompany hormonal fluctuations.

Connection

Moreover, meditation fosters a sense of community and connection to the experiences of other women. Many guided meditations explore themes of resilience and empowerment, reminding individuals that they are not alone in their journey. This collective support can be profoundly comforting.

Embracing Change

Incorporating meditation into your daily routine can be a nurturing way to embrace the process of perimenopause. By creating space for reflection and self-care, you can transform the challenges into opportunities for growth and self-discovery. As you navigate this significant life transition, let meditation illuminate your path, providing clarity and tranquility along the way.

In this nurturing guided meditation, you will embark on a journey of self-compassion and grace as you navigate the waves of perimenopause. By settling into a peaceful space and connecting with your body, you will engage in deep breathing exercises that release tension and invite calming energy. You will visualize your hormones flowing harmoniously, experience the supportive presence of nature, and affirm your transformation through gentle, empowering phrases. This meditation aims to cultivate a sense of connection to the wisdom of those who came before you, while providing a tranquil haven to soothe anxieties about the future. As you embrace each moment with patience, you will emerge with renewed confidence and resilience, ready to honor your unique journey ahead.

https://open.spotify.com/episode/0DlTrUrEOqQ9sayjWUM44y?si=CWu1pgWWRB-IDLRS7GenQw

If you would like to read more about perimenopause and the link to chronic illness, I highly recommend exploring this insightful post: Perimenopause & Chronic Illness: Understanding The Connection. This article delves into the multifaceted relationship between the hormonal changes that occur during perimenopause and their impact on various chronic conditions. It offers valuable information on how symptoms can overlap and exacerbate each other, making it essential for women to thoroughly understand their health during this significant transitional phase. By shedding light on these important connections, the post aims to empower readers with knowledge and encourage proactive health management during perimenopause.

#aging #agingGracefully #awareness #experience #grace #healing #holistic #holistichealth #hotflash #lifechanges #meditation #menopausemeditation #middleage #midlife #midlifechanges #mindful #mindfulness #moments #natural #naturalhealing #perimenopause #perimenopausemeditation #women #womenshealth

Sometimes your body hesitates, even when your mind still feels like it could do everything.
That quiet disconnection, between memory and movement, can be strangely emotional.
This reflection put it into words:
🔗 https://www.clickworlddaily.com/2025/05/when-body-quits-but-dream-still-breathes.html

🖼️ Image created using AI for symbolic storytelling purposes.
#nostalgia #mentalhealth #aging #selfawareness #identity #midlife #slowthinking #bodymindconnection

Oh hey it's Happy Mirenaversary to me. 🎉 One whole year of the Mirena coil (for perimenopause/HRT reasons).
So glad I faced my fears and that it worked for me, I know there are many different stories out there.

#MirenaCoil #Perimeno #Midlife #hrt #wellness #health #anniversary

New entry of AI-generated #comics and #jokes added to our #website:

#Venus' #Midlife #Crisis

comics.lucentinian.com/7954
#NewsJokes #AIJokes #DailyJokes #AIHumor #AILaughs

New #podcast! #KeilerRoberts rejoins the show (& the comics world!) to celebrate her fantastic new collection, PREPARING TO BITE! We talk #comics, #art, #MS, #midlife, #perimenopause, #teaching, #friends, #anxiety, & more, so GO LISTEN! https://chimeraobscura.com/vm/episode-639-keiler-roberts

Airbnb Is in Midlife Crisis Mode

https://www.wired.com/story/airbnb-is-in-midlife-crisis-mode-reinvention-app-services/

#HackerNews #Airbnb #Midlife #Crisis #Airbnb #Reinvention #Tech #News #Business #Trends

Der Pizza Ofen hat gewonnen - tja #Ooni oder #ohno? #midlife #Fedieltern

Mir ist noch weitere Idee gekommen: teures Kupfer Küchenäquipement. #midlife #Fedieltern

Ich suche mein manisches #midlife Crisis Hobby. #Fedieltern

New #podcast: #CraigThompson joins the show to celebrate the release of GINSENG ROOTS! We talk #comics #ginseng #geopolitics #memoir #midlife #art #home & a LOT more, so GO LISTEN: https://chimeraobscura.com/vm/episode-636-craig-thompson

New entry of AI-generated #comics and #jokes added to our #website:

#Asteroid's #Mid-Life #Crisis

comics.lucentinian.com/7071
#LaughWithAI #AILaughs #DailyLaughs #VisitUsNow #VisitNow

New entry of AI-generated #comics and #jokes added to our #website:

#Windows #10's #Midlife #Crisis

comics.lucentinian.com/6826
#DailyJokes #ComedyGold #Laughs #VisitNow #DailyComedy

Germany is doing what every middle-aged #superhero does: unlocking billions to buy itself a shiny new cape, just in time for Europe's #midlife #crisis 💸🦸‍♂️. Meanwhile, #CNN is busy asking if their video player is as slow as their #news #cycle 🐢📺.
https://www.cnn.com/2025/03/23/europe/germany-military-investment-intl/index.html #Germany #funding #Europe #HackerNews #ngated

So exhausted at the end of every day, no matter what I try. Perimeno is an ongoing battle. Healthy food, exercise, meditation, hydration, all the recommended supplements, hrt - juggling it all, but energy levels remain low. It's a struggle.

#NoAdvicePlease #justsaying #perimenopause #perimenopausejourney #perimeno #midlife #middleage

CPC-CG Director Professor Jane Falkingham CBE will speak about 'The new rush hour of life: Balancing paid and unpaid work in mid-life?' for the Sir Roger Jowell Memorial Lecture 2025 - hosted by City, University of London, the National Centre for Social Research, and The Social Research Association.

Full details and registration: https://www.city.ac.uk/news-and-events/events/2025/april/sir-roger-jowell-memorial-lecture-2025

#socialsciences #demography #carers #care #unpaidcare #midlife #employment #retirement #parttime #WorkersRights #flexibleworking #gerontology

👉 https://www.flickr.com/photos/instant_bullshit/albums/72177720323837975
FACS a souvent joué à Lyon dans le passé mais c’est la première fois que je voyais le groupe, dans un Périscope méga archi blindé de jeunes vieux et de vieux jeunes qui ont également et fort à propos pu apprécier Midlife en première partie.
Les photos sont très loin d’être aussi bien que je l’aurais voulu - manque de place, angle de prise de vue réduit, lumières rachitiques, fébrilité incontrôlable de ma part, etc. - mais le concert de Facs était lui incroyable et renversant ! Merci aux chéris de Bigoût records pour l’orga et les blagues débiles, évidemment.
#facs #midlife #periscope #bigoutrecords #instantbullshit #livepictures

Slept badly because for no known reason at 4 am my shoulder started to hurt and I couldn't sleep anymore.

File under: Tell me you're 40 without telling me you're 40.

#MidLife