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Menopause - The Wise Woman Way - Page 6

© Susun S Weed

When menopausal symptoms are understood as energy movement (or lack of it), we can feel more at ease, not so afraid of being out of control. Instead of feeling victimized by our bodies, we can nourish our wholeness. We can view our symptoms as suggestions for improvement, instead of damning evidence of our mortality. We can focus in on areas that need special attention, extra nourishment.

Quiet time alone in nature, or sitting in a comfortable chair listening to soothing music allows thoughts and feelings to arise and opens the way for the flow of Kundalini. Specific exercises, such as those in Tai Chi, Qi Gong, and yoga can also be used to help ease into the increased energy flow. Green allies such as oatstraw, nettles, red clover, comfrey leaf, and motherwort strengthen us for the increased power. Because we know the outcome is worth it, the day-to-day annoyances are easier to take.

After years of practice, Kundalini moves freely up the spine and out the crown. Our symptoms subside, our overall energy is stronger, better. We hold our wise blood inside. We are the wise women. We are the crones.

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(This article is taken in part from New Menopausal Years the Wise Woman Way, Alternative Approaches for Women 30-90, available from www.ashtreepublishing.com)

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1. Perls T MD, Fretts R MD. "Why Women Live Longer Than Men". Scientific American, 1998 August: 102.
   
2. Angier N. "Is Menopause a Key to Survival? The Grandmother Hypothesis". New York Times, 1997: August 18.
   
3. Ibid
   
4. Ibid

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