Bringing Menopause Out of the Closet: Sarah Jane Adams

[@sallymendzela7275]

A gentle fluttering deluge of pearlescent props for Sarah Jane Adams. I'm 68, childless, but other than that, listening to her, watching her, I had such a strong feeling of connection. Warrior gals are we.

[@obinwataje]

What a privilege to listen to this wise woman.

[@1955dmb]

I think the most brilliant thing I have ever heard was when Sarah Jane Adams said she loved her cute little tummy because that is where her babies were. Oh my goodness - most of us suck it in or try to starve ourselves or exercise it off - when really we should be so proud that we were blessed with a child or children. From now on I will wear my belly like a badge of honor - which it is!! Our society stinks to high heaven for making us feel ashamed for not having a model's ultra thin and perfect body. I'm over it!! Thanks for bringing this wonder woman to us.

[@SayconTalks]

my sister grew up in Liberia and she said that when you have baby the women will dance and show you their belly pouch and scars! This is something I needed to see!

[@esther4115]

I agree

[@seidenschnabelfederflugel5441]

Yes!! 💗💗😍

[@agam406]

What if one does not have children?

[@awarenessvillage]

@@agam406 Then you celebrate the body you have because it does beautiful things for you, mostly allowing you to be alive.

[@lexyonyou]

In her 60's and killing it. She's amazing ❤️❤️❤️

[@faithbringshope]

when she said she loved her ledge on her body because it developed from always carrying her babies on that side..wow..thats a powerful reminder of the closeness and love a mother has with her children. it literally changed her body.

[@emmilittlemuffin]

Jane Eccles Payne I have a single stretch mark on my left side, and I absolutely love it. It's the only mark my body carries from when my son was in my womb, And I treasure it so deeply, I was never supposed to be able to have kids.

[@tracik1277]

Maybe that’s why I’m all lop sided.

[@aubreyarchives]

She is glorious. I just wish I knew more people like her because it's hard to find people who think like this in the world.

[@MDcrabster65]

That's exactly what I thought as I watched her! There are so few people who look you in the eye, who say what they mean, and who are brave enough to be themselves. Totally inspired! I'm also at the "f--k off" stage of life, and it's challenging and downright hard, yet freeing. Seeing her embrace it is so liberating.

[@victoriazwergmaus9813]

Yes! I feel often lonly 😞

[@cuddlepuddle7183]

Yes! been craving guidance from strong older women like this! Seems like everyone has fallen for the same lie, that our only value as women is youth and physical beauty. I've been looking at older women on the street, searching their eyes for answers but they all look so defeated

[@rosered3919]

Lots of us in Australia. We speak very openly, political correctness is rare. Aussie chicks are great.

[@highspiritsfarm781]

She is so incredibly authentic!💕

[@atomiclisa]

She makes me feel like I've met one of my people. Love her.

[@hellokitty-nl]

"Just getting older and happier." Right on ✌ same here (54)

[@Inam10]

Not happier but accepting the reality.

[@ducokniepstra8217]

seeing people age so gracefully as this woman really help me accept that, i will age and be old an rinkly, but that i won't have to feel ugly or less worthy because of it.

[@thefunkythrifter]

it's so important to have role models like that ... especially living in today's world

[@ProfessorDesiree]

“I’m not prepared to compromise to that extent.” New mantra.

[@badadviceforfree]

Yes!

[@paint_freckles]

Southern version I don't have to pray about that or nothing

[@simonclinton2633]

why do they strip while talking??

[@DerrieCarpenter]

I am a 45 yr old woman and I am also a twin, I am the only surviving child of my mother's 6 pregnancies ( 7 children) My mom lost had 3 stillborns ( my twin being one at 15 weeks) and 3 miscarries. I was born full term but I was only 1lb 4 oz and they found I was NOT attached to her umbilical cord properly. I am a SURVIVOR, and Ironically I became a mom and I am a very proud to say I have 7 children! How fucking cool is that.

[@ninasamanthaperez7867]

+Derrie CINNAWITCH Carpenter Yep pretty damn cool alright!

[@SayconTalks]

wonderful! god bless you and your children!

[@lillysnet9345]

Well... we can say that all your siblings come to you...

[@michelleobrien6996]

That's freaking amazing!

[@summerstoker4705]

Wow you are incredible 💕

[@redhaireddesigner]

this series means so much to me. I hope you understand how important the work you're doing is for women out there. Thank you.

[@necromancing-prince3952]

I cry every time I watch any of these videos. They are so beautiful. The people are so strong and inspirational.

[@charbel2812]

SARAH IS SUCH A BRAVE WOMAN. SO SWEET, AND AT THE SAME TIME A GREAT WOMAN. SHE MAKES US ALL PROUD TO HAVE SHOWN HIS VULNERABILITY AND HER INNER FORCE. CONGRATULATIONS!

[@bec5250]

Going to replay this one regularly. "I'm not prepared to compromise to that extent..." Yup. That's how it is. And such a deep, driving grief and joy combined. This woman is so special.

[@snm2222]

She is beautiful. Her skin is youthful for any age. Thank you for making these short stories. They are gems.

[@ellawasincredible]

I have been binge watching this series all week and I honestly love the questions asked. These videos have also given me an amazing feeling of confidence in myself and my style which makes me feel more able to show my style on the outside!

[@ellawasincredible]

yaaaas! exactly

[@luckyDancer100]

+Adrianne Webster couldn't agree more

[@lyndavanvogt3259]

I am over 60 love dancing out

[@lyndavanvogt3259]

Thank you. Sweet Lady for sharing. I have alot in person

[@CharlotteElla]

i really hope i grow old this gracefully

[@bulletproofisobel]

Charlotte Ella and awesome

[@Anayansi958]

She is not graceful. She seems nervous and twitchy.

[@laylanahar]

I get what you mean. Still, she manages to look great - & yeah, she has amazing style. She's very luck to get that white hair.

[@YvesyM]

Anayansi958 lol good point! I literally saw this after the intro where she's cussing etc ha ha😅

[@johnson2joy]

You can....just dare to be you!

[@gloriasaliba3395]

She is simply fucking fabulous !! I’m 61 and post menopausal now and finally speaking my truth

[@seenababe]

I am blown away...I am also 60 and can relate with Sarah. I was always "my own person" and ridiculed...not accepted...looked down upon. Now I can say FUCK YOU and go about my business. I have two grown children that are very well rounded people. I work...go to the gym...have a boyfriend...and express myself the way I want to. If you don't like me and judge me that's your problem...not mine. I used to feel intimidated. Not anymore and I am happier being more secure and accepting MYSELF.

[@janegarner6739]

Thanks for the wonderful videos! Found your channel only an hour ago. There's so little real information about post-menopause & about women aging. I am now 73 & I have felt much better (mood-wise) since finishing menopause. I had spent much of my adult life depressed, even when things were going better. But once I got through menopause (from about 50-54 yrs old) I began feeling much better. It took a few years but by my early 60s I was depressed much less often & generally just felt better than before. I'm not sure how long the body keeps producing these hormones but it took some time for me to start really feeling better. I think by my early 60s my body had stabilized re: hormone production & I felt very different, felt much better. And I have felt better since. It was as if I once again became my real self, the strong self I had been before adolescence & the start of the hormonal production. It took a few years.to learn to adjust once I was free of the hormonal cycles, having to think out what was going on & what I really wanted. I hadn't realized before how strongly those hormones affect not only our moods but what we want & how we live. At first it felt strange not to feel the sexual desires as before, & I had to think about this a lot & then come to accept the fact that I no longer felt that desire. Someone in different circumstances might choose to continue sexual relations, but for me it was liberating not to have hormones affecting my desires & behavior. There was an article in (I think) the Atlantic a few yrs ago about getting old & happiness. It described the changes most people experience once they get past middle age & into old age. (I hate the term 'senior' & would rather the term 'old' be used). The vast majority of people are less depressed & feel much better in the years past middle age. There should be more about this but especially about women & old age. During my adult life (teens into late 50s) I was often depressed, no matter what my circumstances. But once I got through menopause that ended. Since I was around 60 I have felt a lot better, & by my mid-60s even better. By late 60s & into 70s I've felt so much better that I would not want to exchange this age for 20 or 30 or any other younger age. I no longer have to deal with ongoing depression, I feel much more clear-headed & although occasionally I feel down for a short time (usually no more than a day, never for more than a few days), it's due to a real reason & I can usually do something about it. Once I got past menopause I stopped feeling sexual urges like I'd previously felt, but I was glad. My sexual urges had in past years led me to become involved with people who weren't.good for me--more often than not. Good riddance! There should be major news announcements about how most people are happier in older age. Statistically it's true but few people know it, at least among those not yet older. Since i became older, I enjoy life much more, worry less, am fairly often outright happy. (During adulthood previous to old age I was seldom actually happy. No matter my situation I would become depressed for months at a time. All that ended & I feel free again, my only regret re getting old being that I have less time on this planet. If only I could've felt this good during my adult years before! Other than being closer to death, the only thing that seriously bothers me is how older people are treated. In this society it's very bad. While I'm very glad not to have men stare at me when I step outside,it's sometimes disturbing how most people act as if I don't exist. It's as if I'm invisible. But that's a different story. If you're not old yet, you have something to look forward to! I wouldn't trade this age for anytime in my younger adult life--it's that much better.

[@courtneyr214]

Thank you for sharing this!

[@luchie2388]

Women like this make me proud to be a women and to be a bit different

[@ruthgunneson-poling1571]

I turned 60 this year and I have gone through menopause. I hate it. I have gained weight 😩 and I don't like how my body looks. I'm grieving getting older. I haven't felt alive in several years 😕 I am working with a therapist who specializes in traumas and PTSD. I'm hoping that will give me inner peace. I love how these women dress. I wish I had my own style like them. I stumbled upon your channel tonight and subscribed.

[@daniEllaSforza]

I know the tears she felt and gifted us. It’s those tears we shed when we are shedding our former selves. They bring with them a clearing of who we were and maybe struggled with and find hard to let go of because we grew to love that younger version. Tears of sweet surrender.

[@IrisVis]

She is such a wonderful, honest, inspirational(!) and openminded person. Wish I could meet her one time.

[@ShellyBomb]

Arriving "late to the table" - as I have just come across these amazing interviews of these gorgeous "older" women who have so much inherent grit and glamour! It's preposterous how corporate America perpetuates this YOUTH DRIVEN mentality, when honestly the "real" women reside and often flourish in the 50 and older demographic; I feel so inspired happening upon this You Tube channel and these incredible women you have interviewed and profiled ... thank you!

[@annwe6]

I can assure you that taking hormone therapy does not turn you into an alien. All bodies are different, all brains are different. HT saved my life and I'm still growing through menopause. The best thing was experiencing some of my oldest inner wounds spontaneously heal without effort. Old anger lifted. I'm more at peace, and I'm stronger and more fearless than ever - just like Sarah Jane. Our decisions and reasons for taking HT - or not - are entirely individual and personal. Thank you Sarah Jane, for being so vulnerable, vital and beautiful in front of the camera. It's cathartic seeing a courageous older woman's body revealed and proud (her hip ledge and her belly!) instead of hidden in shame.

[@maryamory1549]

Her skin is radiant. Another inspiring person.

[@muddyshoes4517]

"I'm not willing to compromise to that extent" bad ass ❤ Wow, she's a breath of fresh air 💙

[@sidilicious11]

I LOVED going into menopause! The first year was when the hot flashes and body changes/challenges and mental liberation happened. After that my body evened out and this new life as an elder began.

[@Sweetiesplanet]

LOVE!!! HER SENSE OF STYLE/FASHION IS AMAZING! EVERY ARTICLE OF CLOTHING IS A MASTERPIECE IN ITSELF!!! YOU GO GURRL!!!

[@Psychecafe]

😭😭😭😭😭 she dove deep. Such pearls. You shine!!!!! You glow!! Like a firefly. Who dresses like a butterfly!! Oh my goodness! I loved hearing you say Fuck off!! Menopause. And I’ve shared this with My Kindred messenger group on Facebook. Thank you Mama and Daughter for being such model citizens of this planet. I blog psychecafe.com about my own Mamas. It’s a tell all gut wrenching account. And you two. Are exactly what I aspire to be with my two Mamas. Woman. Men. We all must love our bodies the mammals these spirits we are ride in here on, in Earth. Our universe is so amazing to lead me straight to this channel to find this video. To be attracted by what she said that I had to find her video to hear all she said? Because she said. Makes me cry. “I love this because it’s where my babies were” paraphrased. My belly. Where my babies grew from. Shot to my heart like a red hot arrow. Hitting a button that said, “yes”. Me too. Such raw validations. Thank you. For lighting my world up today. 💋💋🙌🙌 and playing the reframe. Flipping and dipping like my spell check said, 🤣 the script is the work each of us does each day as we transcend who we were yesterday. Forever caterpillars and butterflies. 💋❤️🌹👽 aliens inside mammals. So avatar.

[@Psychecafe]

How that for validation back to you? Butterfly affects are real. This channel proves it. Xox.

[@MaidMotherKrone]

WONDERFULL TO SEE SOMEONE MY AGE , YES!

[@deidrethethreader]

This beautiful woman is amazing.......hurray for growing gracefully.....Thank you

[@MariannSierra]

she's awesome! Love her spirit & style!

[@rubyxcube3]

I love this woman. She was so vulnerable and honest. Her style is also amazing. She must have been wearing like 6 different looks underneath and each time she removed a piece it was a great look. To be so wise, so genuine, so beautiful so unique…

[@lozreynolds6261]

Wow honey, you're an inspiration and your tears and emotions show how strong and imperfect that we all are. Thank you for showing me that we're all wonderful women and broken in our own way. I'm 36 and menopause is going to be early for me. Thank you for helping me face my future as a twin mum now ready to face the menopause. I love you for the strength you've given me xxx

[@julieoreilly3232]

Thank you for your honesty and bravery - Menopause has been a struggle for me so it helps to know how others are coping

[@bagobeans]

This was touching. I can relate about not being able to ask for help. I couldn't ask for help. My parents couldn't help. I had to do everything on my own growing up. It made me very independent to the point of driving people away. The only thing I can say is that being raised Catholic, which I also had to participate by myself, taught me I to ask God for help.

[@PicalilyProductions]

I feel like I'm learning so much from these women, I'm so glad I stumbled across these

[@jackiejames3898]

One of the greatest channels on KZbin. I feel so stuck going through this in silence. This is inspiring and life changing.

[@emmaedwards9672]

This lady is super cool and inspiring. Great video!

[@sarahjeffriesart]

It just goes to show - you give someone a safe space to speak about stuff and really profound things come out.

[@fridastwin]

Her tears hit me so hard. Bless her!!

[@themushroomchild8910]

These videos honestly are empowering to me. I look up to women like this. Absolutely beautiful and wise and perfect. Such old souls. Thank you for creating this channel. They teach me so much and so much love.

[@jinanrichards2137]

StyleLikeU - l commend you for these videos. You are capturing real, raw, authentic women who are accepting what may seem like flaws to so many in society yet is so genuine and honest. Big thumbs up to the women also sharing their stories. Big love

[@ericativity]

She is the kind of person who inspires me to embrace the aging process.

[@JS-ni1lh]

Love this woman! She is a true inspiration.

[@Mimijona]

Wow, she is stunning, I just look at her and just smile, she glows! :)

[@thintwin48]

OK...this is just SHEER BRILLIANCE...crooking the window open a bit to 'understand' the menopause....lovin'it...breath'in it!!!

[@cotyfarquhar]

Loved this ""real''' interview with Sarah Jane... she is just jam packed with love!

[@KylaYavonP]

F*CK YEAH!!!!!! I was so excited to see her on this campaign. I have loved, and admired her style via IG for some time now. To learn more about her journey was...I can't find the words....but I love it! She's amazing, and such and inspiration.

[@chelleedee4198]

Sarah, this was an absolutely INCREDIBLE one. Somehow DIFFERENT from all the others. I am 53, and I feel like I can SOOOOOOO RELATE to you and just about everything you said. You are absolutely BEAUTIFUL, and in much greater shape than me, probably because I have a chronic pain condition that causes me to end up in bed much of the time so I am weaker and not firm or fit. My condition along with menopause has forced me to begin telling others NO as well....and to stand for what I believe and what I need. I am so much healthier and stronger, emotionally and mentally, and relationally, than I used to be and although it has meant that I lost me entire family, my mum, Dad, brothers sisters and all their families, as welll as cousins and even some of my children and almost all my friends, because people don’t like it when you are honest or when you change on them, or when you stand up for your truth or for values and beliefs....and so they get ugly. But it’s okay. I don’t need the kind of people who need me to agree with them all the time and people who don’t like it when I am my own person or not afraid to be authentic. One thing I have HAD to learn to be tolerant and comfortable with is being vulnerable and transparent. I am learning to LOVE that like you love your tummy and your ledge. I wish I loved my body like you love yours. I would love being friends with a lady like you. You are awesome and very special! Thank you for sharing yourself with us! I really enjoyed yours. I have loved them all but yours has been my personal favorite! Well done ladies!!! You have created something fairly magical! It’s remarkable and beautiful and inspiring!!! Hugs!!! Keep up the wonderful ness!

[@emmabeh]

I love, love, love and admire her....what a strong, beautiful woman!!!!!!!!❤️

[@brokengothdoll6203]

One of my most favourite 'Advanced Style' icons. Lover her style and her attitude.

[@crashbangmillmoo]

She is EXACTLY how I imagine a senior Jemima Kirke (Jessa from Girls), looks and personality wise - what a brilliant woman!

[@2legit2Kwit]

Milo Filtness yessss. She’s Jessa in 40 years

[@bethrivka68]

I respect that HRT wasn't for you. I can't survive without it. I'm not skipping anything-HRT helps me to be present in my life. Let's lift each other up as women and not dismiss choices that might be right for others.

[@knottsmarilyn]

"me too with HRT"

[@Ariadne76-k3d]

I wouldn't say she dismissed it for others, she just didn't like how it made her feel.

[@vanb9506]

Such a beautiful soul, very inspirational

[@nurdwin9111]

How wonderful to hear honesty and forthrightness in such a beautiful menopausal woman! You go, girl!

[@marykelley2343]

I'm so thrilled to find this. Thank you Sarah Jane for doing this. It makes me feel like I'm not all alone in this "growing older and happier, bit more accepting" phase of my life. Did you just learn what it's like to be vulnerable, right there at the end? Thank you for touching me.

[@juderoberts5028]

omg, this has to be one of my favorite videos eva! I discovered this amazing wahine on pinterest but to hear her speak and on MEN-ON-PAUSE was just such a gift. Thank you Sarah for saying how I feel and thank you Stylelikeu for presenting... blessings xx

[@dionysiapapadatou3996]

I feel older and happier!!!! Please someone tell her: I totally understand her!!!!!! I feel exactly the same!!!! She is adorable 💗💓💖 !!!!!!!

[@peaceserenity940]

Omg this is me !ive just started my menopause! And after this wonderful channel il embrace life and fashion and these amazing women on this channel 🙏😁

[@mcfital]

Really can't stop crying! She's beautiful

[@asdfghjkl24841]

this woman is amazing!! so inspiring, intelligent, and vibrant. this was beautiful

[@sandyjones1014]

Those tears are pure love and acceptance, Im feeling them with her, Im also going on 60, loving the wiseness that comes with it.

[@arnetricebaker122]

I turned 60 in January. I am more clear and aware of who i am. I am also not as apologetic as i use to be. Definitely more sure of who i am. Menopause has been a gift!

[@eileenvandernoot3867]

Great interview with Sarah. Love her honesty and style. I’m older and admire her immensely. Thank you!

[@sandyv16]

How beautiful a woman is, when she is herself in all her glory ❤️❤️ this was so amazing, immensely inspiring and liberating 🙏🏾 Sarah you are amazing to me! Thank you for sharing and for your truth ❤️ I’m so grateful I stumbled on this channel 🙋🏽‍♀️ I ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@2legit2Kwit]

Beautiful lady and beautiful testimony on aging... be yourself cause everyone else is taken.

[@leemythic4400]

This lady has AWESOME RIOT SPIRIT. There is a space in my heart for her and her approach on life.

[@gingera4316]

I am 53 and I am going through menopause and a 2 time breast cancer survivor as well. Everyone is on their cell phones. I will still dress how I want which is cute.

[@anneherman6745]

❤️🐞

[@bluemermaid4768]

I am 60 and loved listening to this lady. She is amazing. It was great how honest she was about everything 🙂

[@OrchestralOrg]

she had me cracking up, too funny. that's the best thing i've heard all day. i love that, it's so precious. she's got awesome hair

[@lauralong6695]

It’s amazing that a doctor would leave a twin in the womb that long. I’m sorry for your loss. You inspire me to be me at 68 yo. Thank you 🙏

[@judylutz2693]

Beautiful, amazing, incredible! Thank you for sharing you ❤🙏

[@alicecain4851]

I'm 57 and this group you've been working with has just been life changing. Thank you.

[@_S-O-S_]

I love each and every episode of your series. But, I think Sarah Jane Adams really hit home. I am just her age and feel the same way about my body and my life... I would love to know what her zodiac sign is... Hmmmmm? Thank you so much for sharing all of these incredible women's stories...

[@ssimplyshen]

A true brave soul.

[@PDogB]

A Warrior Queen! Look at her showing her strength; even through her tears! Wow!! And where can I get those shoes?

[@toriarose]

Beautiful, she's such a wonderful work of art.

[@falloutgirl902]

This has been the one that resonated with me the most I mean GOALS. When she said she feels like an alien in this world I could relate so much and she physically couldn’t conform to the idealisation of appropriateness with going to the Gala so she literally didn’t go. I literally had to quit jobs that required a uniform because it so wasn’t me and I felt depressed everyday like I was a product of the company and would lose my identity. I never had a job that required a uniform again. Nor did I ever get on with people at these jobs I was always isolated and made to feel like a weirdo. But now I really feel like I’ve come home to myself and I do agree with her disconnect from the western world the older I get the less London is the place for me it will always be s huge part of me but I think it’s time to part ways for a long while. Cheers to you Sarah you’re fab ; )

[@MsPopeyeolive]

I love love love this woman. She is Amazingly real and naturally beautiful.

[@Lobstrique]

what an amazing, beautiful woman. i love stories like this, reminding us all how great it is to embrace yourself

[@gabriellechilton5902]

Oh my goodness. I’m 65, well past meno because I had a all the lady stuff removed at 50ish. I to dress for how I feel in the morning. This lady is awesome. Love her hair, mine is as white as hers. Lovely woman. She speaks truth. Blessings to all out there.

[@aaadriiian]

What a beautiful woman and soul. I took so much away from this video, more than any of the others. I am thankful fro these videos and the chance to hear more stories from individuals all over the world.

[@vm24seven365]

Oh Sarah Jane Adams, thank you, thank you, thank you! "Ya know what, I haven't got that much longer left here, f___, I've got to make every single second count!" Preach girl...I hear ya! So brave of you to share the story about your twin sister. What a blessing to have your sister to watch over you and your twins. (smile) You have no idea how much your story/experience has help me get-on-with-it! Enjoy your fabulous life girl. Peace friend.

[@lolaost9559]

Every single episode I have seen has left so much wisdom, beauty, power and feeling. Thank you for bringing to life this kind of content that feeds the soul and so many brave woman that bear their souls for all of us to witness and hopefully learn from their journey. Thank you Thank you Thank you.

[@PureFun4Me]

I am so thankful for your channel, and thankful for the wonderful people you bring to us. Sarah you are an inspriation

[@seidenschnabelfederflugel5441]

I love that she said "i havent learned it yet". Life is learning and progress. Also she is caring pain. Its beautiful and heartbreaking. We are in this together. In life. We are not seperrated.

[@StyleLikeU1]

Totally, we are all one!

[@RoSario-vb8ge]

[@JannetjeW]

What a beautiful woman!!

[@StrawBerry-ve8gy]

Thank you 💕

[@ailsaeccles111]

This has been my favourite! Such a fierce woman, Im inspired 💋

[@marguiWaterland]

She has such a beautiful spirit!

[@angieslovelounge6600]

You are absolutely gorgeous inside and out . Menopause is a natural normal life event! A liberating event those hot flashes are power surging you into your new reality!

[@CandaceAllison]

Appreciate this whole team. Thank you so so so much. Thank you, Sarah James Adams for sharing your light!! ♥️💗♥️

[@anisequoia6975]

This woman is amazing.. God this channel is the best!!

[@sherryharrison1516]

This is strange... but I love this lady. I love her progress, her realisation, her wholeness.

[@sardeystallings0123]

I absolutely loved this!

[@patriciaking7892]

I'm 57 yrs young and going thru MENOPAUSE!!!!! MEN ARE ON PAUSE until I say I want to be bothered💯.

[@janettedewar6617]

Bless her. So lovely. Great skin