A Season of Change, But Not a Loss
Menopause often arrives without warning…
But it is not a crisis. It is a transition, uniquely crafted into a woman’s design.
Ecclesiastes 3:1 reminds us:
“To everything there is a season…”
Your body isn’t failing. Your story is shifting, gracefully and purposefully.
When the Heat Rises, Grace Rises Higher
Isaiah 46:4 — “I will sustain you and I will carry you.”
His presence remains steady, even when your thermostat doesn’t.
Hormonal changes may bring hot flashes, night sweats, mood swings, and unexpected emotions. But God meets you even here. Common symptoms include hot flashes that feel like someone secretly turned on an internal bonfire, night sweats that offer a free sauna experience, and sleep problems that make 3:17am feel like the perfect time for deep thinking. Mood changes may pop up too, one minute you’re calm, the next you’re wondering who switched your emotions to “shuffle.” Periods become unpredictable, sometimes showing up like uninvited guests and other times disappearing altogether. Vaginal dryness may require a little extra support, urinary urgency might turn everyday life into a sprint, and fatigue can act like your energy went on holiday without telling you. Some women also notice joint pain quietly suggesting, “Madam, please slow down.”
The interesting part is that God seems to hand out personalized menopause starter packs. Most women begin this transition, known as perimenopause, between ages 40 and 50, while full menopause typically settles in around age 51, though it can show up earlier or later depending on the individual.
Menopause often arrives with its own set of “special effects,” and every woman gets a slightly different version of the show. Every woman’s journey is unique,
Coach Cathy Afrobics.
Wellness as Worship, Caring for Your Temple
Regular exercise like walking, yoga, or even a little living-room dancing can do wonders for menopause symptoms. A balanced diet loaded with fruits, veggies, and calcium also helps, and you can even turn healthy cooking into a date instead of heading to the pub. It also helps to dodge common triggers like too much caffeine, alcohol, or spicy food (yes, the same spices that make your food hot might also make you hot). And for better sleep, encourage a calming bedtime routine and a consistent schedule, because apparently, the body likes discipline even when hormones don’t.
Your body is still God’s temple (1 Corinthians 6:19), and caring for it is an act of stewardship.
Key Wellness Practices for This Season
- Strength Training: Boosts metabolism & protects bone health. Your muscles are like your sisters, if you don’t check on them often, they disappear. Strength training improves metabolism, bone density, confidence, and reduces belly fat.
- Walking: Even a 30-minute walk can reduce hot flashes and improve sleep. It will also help to reduce stress & balance your mood.
- Hydration: Helps manage symptoms
- Protein-rich meals: Protein becomes your best friend as it supports muscle and energy. And sugar? Well… sugar is that friend who always starts drama.
- Stretching & mobility: Eases stiffness
- Rest: Prioritizes hormonal balance
Your Identity Is Still Beautiful, Purposeful & Whole
Menopause does not reduce your femininity, voice, worth, attractiveness or purpose. It doesn’t and shouldn’t diminish anything God placed in you. If anything, it amplifies the qualities that matter most, wisdom, compassion, stability, and faith. Psalm 139:14 — “I am fearfully and wonderfully made.”
That truth stands in every season of your life.
“If you cried in the morning, laughed at lunchtime, and wanted to fight someone by 4pm… congratulations. You’re normal.”
Coach Philip
A New Beginning, Not an Ending
This season invites:
- deeper wisdom
- stronger faith
- renewed purpose
- fresh rhythms of self-care
You are not slowing down but you are stepping into refined strength. Walk boldly, beautifully and walk with God.
Final Encouragement
It is not the end of womanhood. It’s a rebirth. Many women find new energy, pursue new passions, start businesses, try new hobbies, and build stronger communities during this stage. You’re not breaking down, you’re leveling up. With the right habits, you can feel stronger, calmer, and more confident in this season than ever before
Coach Cathy
Menopause may change your hormones, but it will never change your identity or your destiny.
God is writing something powerful in this chapter.