We challenge the negative language surrounding women ageing, menopause and societal taboos.
Ageism: It Starts in Our Minds
Ageism starts within our thoughts and narratives. Society’s ingrained ageist messages, especially directed at women, encourage actions like concealing grey hair and resorting to products, injections, and surgeries to combat ageing effects.vegins
Challenge Your Beliefs: You Are Not Too Old
Our beliefs are learned, but they can be changed. When you feel limited by age-related stereotypes, question the origin of such thoughts, assess their validity, and discard them if they don’t align with your reality. Don’t confine yourself based on societal expectations of age.
Embrace Positive Ageing: Reject the “Anti-Ageing” Narrative
Rather than being “anti-ageing,” adopt a positive perspective on growing older. Beauty is not exclusive to youth; it’s a societal misconception. Ageing is a gift, and individuals often improve with time, challenging the notion that we decline as we age.
Reject Societal Pressure: Visible Signs of Ageing Are Beautiful
Challenge the societal pressure for women to hide visible signs of ageing, unlike men who are celebrated as “silver foxes.” The shame associated with wrinkles, sunspots, and grey hair leads to interventions like Botox and facelifts. Your decision to embrace ageing may be influenced by societal expectations.
Happiness Across the U-Curve: Midlife Realities
Scientifically, happiness tends to follow a U-curve, with a low point around age 47. Understand that midlife challenges are a natural phase, and things often improve as you age. Avoid comparing your journey to others and recognise the uniqueness of individual experiences.
Menopause: A Catalyst for a Positive Next Chapter
Challenge the negative language surrounding menopause and societal taboos. View menopause as a gift, allowing reflection on what serves you and making positive life changes. Embrace the idea that menopause isn’t the end but a catalyst for a fulfilling next chapter.
Valuing Wisdom: Women as Leaders in Ageing
In various cultures, older women gain more status with age, valued for their wisdom and experience. Embrace ageing and recognise that women can become leaders and contributors to their communities as they age. This perspective shifts the narrative around menopause and ageing.
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