After 6 years of riding the roller coaster of perimenopausal and menopausal weight gain (+ other symptoms), I am DONE. Literally and figuratively. “Done”...as in I’m fully in menopause now, but also “done” with feeling obsessed over the symptoms. I'm just to the point where I want to surrender. No more extreme ways of eating or extreme workout plans, I just want to grant myself...my mind...and my body some grace. I want to have a more positive and loving approach to caring for my body. I want to choose to exercise because it helps me feel good, not because I have to look a certain way. I want to choose to eat the healthy food because it's nourishing for my body, not because I want to look slimmer. And if I want something sweet.. I'm going to have it. Everything is okay in moderation. I am just freakin tired of beating myself up, judging myself, comparing my body to another version of me or worse... comparing it to someone else online. Anyone relate? 🙋🏼‍♀️ If you've been feeling burnt out, tired, or worn down when it comes to menopause... please know that you are not alone. I am right there with you. And even though I personally have been talking about menopause for 6 years, I know this is not a topic that is often discussed among women... or even addressed by the medical community! That’s why it’s so important that we share our experiences and resources. We're in this together! I'd love to hear more about you... what symptoms you are you dealing with, and what has helped you to feel better. Please share favorite accounts, books, podcasts... And know that by sharing in the comments, you are no doubt helping another woman. Sending you all so much love 💕 ~Erin xo #womenover40 #menopause #womenempowered #menopausesupport