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Menopausal Years : The Wise Woman Way

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Susan Weed gives a menopausal woman an entirely different view than that presented by the medical professionand the world at large. She gives the post menaupausal woman a reason to go forward with confidence into this new stage of life. The TRADITIONAL way of handling the physical and spiritual problems one encounters are explained easily and poetically. A big contrast to the sterile and totally unsympathetic view of doctors. They tend to look on this time as a chance to dehumanise the woman, whereas Susan shows how to become a better and more fulfilled being. As an amateur herbalist (I make my own tinctures that have successfully replaced the dreaded Premarin that I was put on after my hysterectomy) I found her information on herbs extremely useful I had found out, by trial and error, much that she explains on the use of herbs, but there is much that i did not know. A great book for those who do not want to be dehumanized by the medical profession and want to enjoy their many final years with health and vigour!

This book deals with many women's problems, from an alternative healing approach.

Susun Weed considers the whole person, not just the physical symptoms.

She discusses herbs, diet and nutrition, exercise, meditation, medications, and as a last resort, surgery.

She also introduces the reader to ancient ways to deal with anger, sorrow, and life changes. She gives you a whole new way to look at change, not as something to be feared; but as a new opportunity for personal growth and service to your community.

She deals with giving up the child bearing years, to embrace a new phase in life. Something most books on menopause do not even touch on.

She truely does impart wisdom, and bring hope and help to women going through changes, whether menopausal or not.

A book my family will never be without! MB

If this book had not been given to me by a close friend, I would be experiencing menopause in an entirely different manner. The purring voice of Grandmother Growth, who introduces many of the chapters, assured me that I am not losing my mind or harboring a terminal illness; that menopause is not something to be endured or fixed, but rather an ongoing adventure loaded with opportunity.
The Wise Woman approach to the various and unexpected discomforts and joys of the Change has motivated me to seize this experience to transform my life for the better.

Excellent book! For any woman who cannot take synthetic estrogen or just prefers natural alternatives. This book approaches menopause in a positive way. It will help you find the herbs that can help alleve or relieve any and all symptoms of menopause- pre,mid,or post- that we all love and hold dear to our hearts (smile). I read this book and came away with a much better attitude towards the old crone ceremony that I and many other women are now apart of ....

I am ordering about the 20th copy of this super book. Throughout my menopausal years, I have used it over and over for remedies and general info. Since I am a nurse, women are always asking me these question, and giving them this book is the best way to get this info out into the world. Susun Weed will have a page or two on symptoms other publications don't even mention -- and then gives you the choice of several types of interventions. It's great info for women of all ages - not just menopausal dames. A big THANKS to S.W. for all her insight, herbs and science.

This book is for any woman who has asked the question, "Is this menopause?"
Structured with six steps of healing - ranging from taking time to do nothing at all through a wide variety of alternative healing modalities to the most aggressive of modern medical techniques, Susun S. Weed's "New Menopausal Years: The Wise Woman Way," offers information, insight and wisdom to women who are seeking their own path through the journey of menopause.
I found the level of educational material offered in this book to be extraordinary. I was particularly interested in the wealth of options for engaging my own energy, using healthy foods, physical activities, and herbal remedies. Additionally, I found the approach to the benefits offered by modern medicine to be a wise one - providing information on both the positive and life saving benefits of modern technology as well as the dangers of using invasive therapies where they are not beneficial.
Perhaps what I found most appealing about "New Menopausal Years" was the way in which this time of change is honored, as "Grandmother Growth" seemed to be whispering in my ear the messages of ancient wisdom - messages all too often lost in our culture that only seems to value what is "new and improved".
Ms. Weed offers an online newsletter through her website and I have found it to be a valuable adjunct to this book, with regularly updated content and information on workshops and other events that may be of interest to readers.

When I was going through all the changes and symptoms several years ago every book I found on the subject of menopause was written in the 50s or 60s by male doctors (their only advice was to take Hormone Replacement Therapy). After searching the library and so many book stores over months I finally found this book. It has been a life saver and given me the tools and information to deal with this transition we women must all go through. I have given copies of this book to relatives and friends and I am now buying Susun Weed's other books. Even if you're not yet experiencing perimenopause or menopause it's good to read it prepare yourself.

I teach workshops on yoga and menopause and this is one of the books I recommend most enthusiastically to women going through the Change. Susun Weed describes menopause as a metamorphosis, a complete change at the cellular level, when a woman changes from one person to another, similar to the dramatic change that occurs during puberty. Susun and other holistic healers who have studied the ancient women's mysteries remind us of the power and initiation potential of the two life events unique to women: menstruation and menopause. She views the menopausal years as the years of transformation from a potential mother to Wise Woman elder or crone. I read the first edition of this book during my perimenopausal years back in the 90's and now at age 55, officially on my postmenopausal journey, I continue to find little nuggets of wisdom that help me to honor and understand the profound changes my body and psyche are going through.

Suza Francina, author, Yoga and the Wisdom of Menopause and The New Yoga for People Over 50.

So, at the age of 44, and still looking like I was about 32, I found myself smack dab in menopause. I couldn't understand my lack of patience with those I encountered in the world. I had absolutely no inclination to please anyone by extending myself emotionally. I just wanted to be alone....needed to be alone....absolutely by myself. I just wanted to stay in my bed and rest. I cried alot; and, I kept rethinking my past and the things that had caused me unhappiness. I felt that I didn't have anything to live for. I felt old and undesireable. Then, one day, in the organic health food store, I came across this wonderful book. Since I was at the brink of accepting my menopausal status, I wanted to read as much as a could on the subject. All I can say is thank God I found this book. It spoke to me and identified all of the things I was feeling. It taught me that it was ok to be menopausal and that there is a place in the world for me. I felt better. I began on my herbal therapy and now I feel much better. The only problem that I have now is that since I appear so youthful, I still don't get the respect I believe I deserve as I begin to function in my crone role. Well, I guess wrinkles will catch up with me in a bit. Read this book. Buy this book for a loved one who you think is nearing menopause. Heck, buy this book for any young woman so she'll know what to expect.

Susun Weed has written a supportive and informative guide into and beyond, menopause. I appreciate her candor, as she explains a multitude of attitudes and treatments, for any female malady.
Her gentle treatment of my psyche and body, give me the feeling of power and self understanding.
Every woman should keep a copy on the nightstand. Mine is dog-eared.