3 Techniques for Coping with Menopause

Entering the menopausal years usually, leave you with a bunch of question. First and foremost, with the one: “What the heck is going on?”. You wonder why nobody else feels that the room is getting warmer and warmer, while you find yourself awake at night without being unable to go back to sleep. Once you realize that this is the beginning of a new period in your life, you might feel a bit lost regarding how could you best deal with menopause. We decided to put together a short list of the best hints that can help you cope with your new situation.

1. Reducing Stress

Even though, stress is part of our everyday life, during menopause you might want to reduce it as much as possible. As you are entering this new phase, your body surely has enough things to tend to, therefore, reducing stress is one of the most beneficial things you can do to cope with menopause. Meditation, regular exercises, medications can all help you to achieve a better state of mind while having a few friends who support you during this period – and with whom you can share your feelings – is also vital.

2. Hot Flashes

Sadly, it is not the room which is getting warmer. It is simply your “inner thermostat” that has gone mad. To make it easier to deal with those heat waves, try to dress in layers, to be able to take off a few in case you are starting to feel yourself flushing. Breathing techniques, specific medications can also help, while you should surely avoid going to hot places or eating spicy and hot food, as these can easily trigger your flashes. Don’t forget about your daily water intake, especially during this period, as it can help you to regulate your internal temperature.

3. Insomnia

Make sure that you have a cool bedroom, in case you would be getting those flashes in the middle of the night. This will help you to more easily fall asleep. Taking a bath before going to bed can also calm your body and prepare you for relaxing, while sedatives can also be a solution for your specific situation. Meditation and exercising also have a positive effect on your sleeping habits, while they also keep you in shape and help to deal with the weight gain during menopause.

Most importantly, don’t be afraid to seek professional assistance in case you still feel that you are unable to deal with the symptoms of menopause. This is simply another phase in your life which you shouldn’t let distract you from the most important thing which is: happiness.