When menopause arrived, I was unprepared for the physical and emotional upheaval. What began as a long-awaited trip to Italy soon spiraled into disorientation as mood swings, hot flashes and disrupted sleep plagued me daily. I struggled to find balance between highs and lows, often suffering alone without support.
Now post-menopausal, I've gained hard-won wisdom and coping strategies for this turbulent life transition. But had I access to better resources and more knowledge, my experience could have been smoother. I wrote this book so other women never have to feel as lost and isolated as I once did.
These pages illuminate each phase of the menopause passage with insight and sisterhood alongside inspiration from those who have walked this path before you. Most importantly, you'll discover a community of understanding companions ready to catch you when you stumble and cheer you as you reclaim your footing.
Consider this book a torch to help navigate menopause's shadowy terrain. The light ahead seems distant at first, but with camaraderie and self-care, you'll traverse this crossing to emerge wiser and more empowered.