These changes are linked to the natural decline in estrogen and progesterone, two key hormones that affect everything from mood to metabolism. There can be feelings of grief, confusion, or liberation. It’s a time of transformation — and like all transitions, it requires care, space, and compassion. Menopause isn’t just a biological shift — it’s a rite of passage. In many ancient cultures, this transition was not feared, but honored. Women who reached this stage were seen as stepping into their wisdom years — no longer focused on nurturing others, but finally free to nurture themselves, lead, and guide.
