Introvert Diaries; Growing Older, Being Alone, Menopause & My Hormone Natural Remedy Kit

The older I become, the more introverted I become too. Trying to get the outside world to match my inner peace can feel an impossible challenge. By being quiet and alone I can find balance within the current craziness. Navigating growing older & my hormone, perimenopause & menopause rescue remedy kit. Wrinkles, grey hair, getting older, ageing, it can feel really daunting and scary; but truly it's a wonderful gift. A huge rite of passage and sometimes a tricky journey... I'm sharing my remedies for hormone balancing and emotional regulation and my feelings around wisdom and becoming more introvert. the older I get the more I seek time alone. Please do feel welcome to share any insights down in the comments below. It's wonderful and healing to share our stories...
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[@carolynmarie4008]

I am well past menopause at 73 years old. Like you, I am an introvert. The twenty years after menopause were the most liberating and exhilarating of my life. I was able to dedicate time and energy to causes that I cared deeply about. I developed a powerful and respected voice. Now, at 73, and since the pandemic, I have been drawn more inward. I took up painting during the lock downs (which is how I found you) and I have since grown in my art practice and become more skillful. I look forward to each vlog that you post.

[@theunexpectedgypsy]

wow, were they really, that's so inspiring to hear! I'm so happy to hear your story, thanks for shairng xxxxx thanks so much for watching and keeping us all company xx

[@debsg66]

First of all, love your videos they make me feel very relaxed and at peace! Really relate to your comments about changing as we get older. I find myself feeling more comfortable at home these days. I'm in my late 60s and I'm okay with that!😊

[@theunexpectedgypsy]

@@debsg66 oh glad to hear that xxx thankyou so much for keeping me company. xxx happy home days! x

[@ReshmaKhan-jz3qp]

How wonderful to hear that there is light at the end of the tunnel. As someone in perimenopause, the fluctuations in energy levels and moods are challenging. One doesnt often hear the inspiring stories such as yours. Thank you

[@danielaravenous]

Online-company feels for me sometines like safe-company while being alone. Thank you for sharing Wendy 💕

[@theunexpectedgypsy]

yes, I know what you mean, that's honestly true as it's much easier not to let online things intrude with our peace ... x

[@danielaravenous]

@@theunexpectedgypsy 💕🌸✨️🙏🏻

[@2_thumbs_up_baby]

So agree.

[@MyEverydayGarden]

I think so

[@AuntyE-yq5rh]

Some people say introvert like its a bad thing...I am growing into my introverted-self at this time in my life. For so many years I didn't like me, but now, slowly I am getting to know the real me and I'm quite happy with who I am...thanks for sharing

[@tracymcreations]

I love being alone and just staying home with my dog.

[@user-ex2mk1jc5e]

I’m now approaching 80. I moved thru all the changes and am so grateful to be my new self. I’m still myself, but better, if that makes sense.

[@Cill441]

I'm nearly 62 and never thought of introverted nor extroverted was I. Today, I'm exceptionally introverted. I'm grateful to the women in the channels I've come to have found and are my go to. I enjoy the comments and the creators alike that help gift wisdom where my great gran and grand and my mom are all gone along with aunts. I've lost my senior guidance but they are all still very much here with me😊💛. Thank you all for the kindness and sharing and caring that goes along in these channels. Most a appreciative from here in my little corner or rural America.

[@Rochestergrad.74]

Agreed!! Hello from California. ☺️

[@theunexpectedgypsy]

aww thankyou for sharing and keeping me company too. Love the fact your senior guides are still with you, I feel the same! xxx Much loves and thankyou for commenting! xx

[@Cill441]

@@theunexpectedgypsy xx

[@marnierose7816]

Same here, from SYD, AUSTRALIA 🇦🇺 ❤

[@janeadlington7150]

Funny how we get so much more appreciative of our own company as we get older. I think the inner world gets so much more interesting as you accumulate experience and understanding. I find I have endless pottering I want to do whenever I have spare time.

[@theunexpectedgypsy]

oh i so agree and hear you, pottering has to be the best thing ever! xxx

[@Rufus835]

Me too. I love love love my own company especially as it is difficult to find any privacy at home . I love pootling when I do get time to myself 😊xx

[@theunexpectedgypsy]

@@Rufus835 yes!! the best thing in the world is tinkering, pootling and pottering!!! xxxxx

[@vividdreams7072]

Yes...I love my OWN company so much. Pottering is the BEST, made me so happy to hear it said. Love to All Fellow Potterers!!! 🌟

[@user-xg2ge3eb1u]

You are going into a butterfly stage. You are in the transition state before you come out as a butterfly. All the feelings you are feeling is all real. Even after menopause, you still go inside and do more transitioning, before you come out as a butterfly. I remember a naturopath Doctor told me that when we go through menopause it is our body, mind and spirit is saying that it is time to go find peace with yourself and let it take you to your next level of who you are. To except this loving part of you and to let go that guilt, expectations what role we are seen in this life. This is your time to be free in your womanhood that you feel peace within yourself.

[@jacquelinegonzalezmahr5301]

I am 62. I retired early, a year and a half ago, to take care of my mom who has Alzheimers. Menopause coupled with hypothyroidism was a perfect storm of chronic illness, insomnia, weight gain and unbeknownst to me, mini strokes. After five years of sleeping fitfully with ice packs I tried hormones again. I addressed each ailment one by one until I had my life back. I read for hours every night. I sew, quilt, knit, spin and I garden to my heart’s delight. The pace of my life now matches my insides. This is the right rhythm for my health and well being. I’m so grateful for this time.

[@The_artistic_yogi]

Hi Wendy! Glad you could go see your daughter! I totally am the same when it comes to being more reclusive and introverted! I am 51, menopaused and I can spend days at home not talking to anyone but my love and be totally fine with it! Whereas before I could not stay home an entire day! Time does changes us ... Which I think is good. I love getting older, more than I could have ever imagined!

[@theunexpectedgypsy]

yes, I agree!!! I used to not be able to be alone without feeling so lost and lonely... x now it's my luxury!!!

[@sophiapapillon8871]

In the last eight years I moved to the seaside. At 58 i discovered that riding on the bus was an easier option to driving. I always attract lovely people to talk to on the bus. Otherwise I am at home doing anything I want having taken early retirement. Through the menopause because I live near Norfolk Lavender, where you can sit amongst swathes of lavender bushes, I drank lavender liqueur with lemonade and ate lavender ice cream. Reading this now makes me realise how I made my menopause so much easier.

[@theunexpectedgypsy]

ahhhh! wow! yes! that's wonderful!! glad you living your best life too sounds fab xxxx I grew up in Norwich and love Norfolk it's v close to my heart! Bit envious of you living by the seaside!!!! xxx

[@coraclouden2506]

Hi Wendy. Sorry to hear about the car situation - I hope it is resolved quickly. I am 46 and really struggling with perimenopause, and have become really introverted. I was never the life of the party, but now I just want to be by myself as being around people totally drains me. Hopefully I'll overcome this as I do feel lonely at times😢. Thanks for addressing topics like this in the supportive manner that you do ❤

[@heather333]

May I recommend taking a high strength Vit B complex, including B12 and folic acid, plus fish oil, Magnesium glysonate (at bed time) and Vit D3+K2 (in the morning). You will become happier, healthier, stronger and less susceptible to illnesses and dementia. It is a long term commitment, but worth it for a healthy post menopause life. It has worked for me! Good luck! ❤

[@coraclouden2506]

​@@heather333thank you for the suggestions. I already take most of the things you have suggested, but will include the ones I don't, and I'll try taking them at the time of day you have suggested 🤎

[@RunninUpThatHillh]

Motherwort tincture is my favorite. For sweats, rapid heart..and all the emotional stuff. It's in bloom right now in the northern hemisphere!

[@WellEditedCo]

Look into your medical options as well as the more “natural” ideas recommended. Hormone therapy is really helping me, and at 53 I don’t know why I waited so long! Doctors don’t seem to bring it up so we have to be our own advocates. There are some great doctors in KZbin talking about menopause, Mary Claire Haver being a top one.

[@jrbracy]

​@@WellEditedCojust beware of Premarin in hrp's, it is the urine from mares who are kept pregnant for its production, then their babies are taken away so they can start the process all over again 😢

[@patriciahannah5320]

I didn’t even know I was going thru menopause when it was happening. All I knew, for many years, was extreme depression. I finally consented to another antidepressant. To my amazement, it worked and I finally felt comfortable with where I was, in life. After that, life got really good and slightly wild with the best man I have ever known. We are living in Mexico for now, enjoying life as best we can.

[@FunnyMemo]

I too battle with depression. I don't know why but wanted to tell you I am so glad you found a nice partner and are living your best life now.

[@ehpeachylove]

Hello beautiful friend. I’m 76 and I had a hysterectomy in my 30th but I feel like the female body never forgets and went through a long period of menopausal symptoms, sleepless nights, anxiety, depression, body issues, fibromyalgia which I still experience, chronic pain and head in the clouds of that makes sense… hard to explain, emotional times, but over the yrs I learned more about how to help myself plus a single mum who had to take care of everything and no family support just me and my son. At work I always had to be on point, worked harder st my job as I didn’t feel confident within my own self and yet everyone seemed to think highly of my work and knowledge. When I retired it seemed like the first three weeks my head/brain took its time calming down so to speak. Plus I did not have to put on a happy face and it took a year for me to fully yo did not have to please anyone but me, and if nothing got done it was ok! That was a big one to accept. I too have become more introverted and like my own company, the peace of my home, and being around a lot of people does get to be after awhile and I find a reason to escape earlier as the noise of loud voices starts to get to me. Traveling prep I start putting stuff out two weeks ahead to plan on what I need, talk away and add until it’s done then pack a week before but the last thing is my toiletry bag but always on the counter and any meds I may need. I do have to have a clean fresh bed to come home to and a tidy house. Unpacking is the harder part and I procrastinate on this… when I get home it’s like a big sigh of relief that I’m home. Gardening in my pots is peace, filling my fountains for birds to get water is so important to me. I feel guilty if I have to stop the fountains which must sound a bit crazy. Art, poetry, needle work, journaling are my go too’s like many here. Sometimes it’s hard to do any of them when I’m in a mental fog. Depends on my pain issues. But I’ve managed to lose about 30lbs and trying to get more off me which is slowly working. A life of almost 30 yrs sitting at a desk working all those yrs has not been kind to my body, my fault as I never had enough hrs in a day to get a massive work load done so worked many times through lunch and breaks when I should have stepped way and walked. When my son left home for his tour in the US Army I spiraled into depression as he was my whole life my responsibility no partner, no family support and I would not have changed anything, today he is a well established almost 50 father and husband, a good man with a huge heart. If I never did anything else but raise a good man and excel in my almost 30 yrs work life then I’ve done ok. At this present time I’m living my life to the best I can, most of the time alone and around folks as I please. Covid changed life a lot for many of us and we became comfortable being more alone but not lonely. Wendy you are an amazing, honest, upfront lady sharing your journey that has helped so many women sound this community of likeminded women. Thank you does not seem to say enough… I for one appreciate all that you share in arts, thoughts, suggestions, experiences and you just being you. Much love and light. Softest hugs. 🥰 ❤❤

[@theunexpectedgypsy]

thankyou too for sharing your experiences, we appreciate you so much. Soft hugs when you need them and just keep shining and doing your best. big loves xxx

[@nezzyg-j213]

As a 52 year old woman who is on this journey, I appreciate all of your wisdom. It helps to know that I’m not alone and that there are natural remedies to address some of the “gifts” that menopause can bring. Thank you ladies !!!💕💕

[@user-qs6yh1ln1k]

Hello Thanks for sharing. I've had a similar background.

[@Savannahstitcher]

I am 82 years old, and never had to go through menopause because I had a partial hysterectomy. Although my ovaries were left so that I would not have to take hormones, I never went through menopause. I have been an introvert most of my life but not as bad as now. When my husband was alive, he was in the Navy for 20 years, so that right there called for a lot of socialization. Then he became a manager with AT&T for the next 20 years again socialization. Then we moved into a motorhome and travel theUnited States and Canada for 14 years. At that point I was done with socialization, but we did on a small scale, but he was never much on socializing when we got to that point. When he passed away, I moved back to Savannah Georgia to be near my daughter and bought a townhome. I am not happy in the town home because I like a standalone home where I can have more privacy and only socialize if I want to whereas in the townhome if I go outside, somebody’s always around and with everything that goes on in these places that are under an HOA there is always drama. So I tend to only go out when I have to take the dog out and try to avoid the drama. I am starting to learn Zentangle, which a friend of mine has tried to get me interested in for years. She lives in Missouri so she’s not close enough to help me with it but I have found a lot of KZbinrs that teach it and it is very calming but I found that they talk too much and I’m not concentrating on what I should be concentrating on which is calmness. So now I turn the volume off put music on and just follow the picture. I’ve tried watercolor but I am not an artist and I’m having a hard time with it and I’m definitely not able to draw anything because stick figures look like mishmash to me. So you say I am definitely not an artist. But I love watching your channel because I love your voice, and your wisdom. And I love looking at your drawings. I do follow some groups on Facebook, but there are other things thrown in when I’m scanning through Facebook and I’m getting disgusted so I think I’m going to get off of Facebook. I don’t watch the news anymore at all. I also do a little bit of calligraphy and punch needle. And then there are days when all I wanna do is sit and read a book and that is exactly what I do. I love your channel and will continue to watch.

[@wendyroberts7909]

Hi Wendy. I’m 62 and through the menopause, although I do still get a few hot flushes. Nothing like I used to get though. Some people can find something positive to say about the menopausal journey, but I can’t. It was horrendous! I feel so much better now - like all the little pieces of me have been put back together - like a jigsaw puzzle. X

[@angelofbeth8515]

I don't feel well after I've had alcohol either. I also used to enjoy it almost daily as you describe. Now, I can maybe have one drink, without a headache, but it all affects my sleep. I feel so much better the next morning when I have no alcohol. So, I drink homemade seltzer water with fruit flavors as a treat for myself in the evening.

[@tracyguillemette6255]

"According to data collected by Myers-Briggs, around 56 percent of the US population prefers introversion, with just 44 percent-fewer than half-having an extraverted approach to life. That might be because introversion is often misunderstood: it's not about being shy or socially inept, but rather about energy and focus"

[@felisbeladosreis5662]

Oh my Darling! I liked it so much that you talked about the goddess mother and son! I'm from Portugal and I usually visit Glastonbury. I follow your videos! You are inspiring!!

[@Barbara-JT]

I just turned 67 (weird for me to say that), I usually don't think about age, and don't really make a fuss for myself about birthdays. I'm just grateful for each year. I too am more and more introverted each year. I wasn't a social person, but I find myself needing to recharge more, life these days drain me faster, I suppose. I have a small bedroom (my studio if you will) and I love to make jewelry, and wire wrapped moons, and well anything that speaks of fairies and magical glittery items. A bit of a magpie, anything that shines, it catches my attention!! LOL Menopause, really is still sorta with me, it does trigger my emotions,and a good cry does really help purge the drearies out. But I do enjoy my company as well. You are not alone, I feel a lot of us have the same ups and downs, and prefer solitude more often. And that helps me create more and of course just "play" which is good for the soul. I wish you much joy and peace, and thank you Wendy for your lovely insightful videos, they are so calming and good for my soul!!:)) Blessings to you and James, and warm hugs from across the pond in Ohio!!:))😊❤❤

[@Midlife3rdshifter]

Hiiii from southern ohio ❤

[@cindyoverall8139]

Wait until you are 77!!

[@theunexpectedgypsy]

much loves to you too Barbara xxx in ten years you will remember how young you felt now!!!! xx keep playing and shining dear soul xxx

[@Barbara-JT]

@@theunexpectedgypsy Thank you Wendy for your kind words, they touched my heart!! I hope you know how much you are loved by so many!!:))🙂🥰

[@marywendland807]

Thank you for sharing all these lifestyle helpers. I’m 76 and really like to stay home. I’m house bound due to oxygen but even so, I love doing my own thing at home. I went through early menopause but now experience anxiety. So, now I take CBD which calms me. Love your You Tube.

[@mrsmw2020]

I get completely exhausted by being around people (including family)! Going to try the lavender as I have started the Perimenopause! Love being a home-body and it annoys me when people don't understand. Love you videos and your sharing.

[@user-uw1zh5uq4k]

Oh wow! I feel exactly the same. I feel like I am ready for a new chapter of life, time to be alone (happily) , quiet, more introverted etc. Time to just be a wife and enjoy my husband and yes, my own company! (I am 54:)

[@carlykennett3667]

I totally agree with you about wanting more solitude. I'm 64 in a couple of months and thought I was starting to have social anxiety after talking to my 30 year old daughter who thinks this about me. I don't really know the difference, I just felt and continue to feel that I enjoy my own space and company. Is it because I'm getting older? I don't know. I think it might be because like you I find people draining. So glad I can watch your videos, they make a lot of sense to me and I really appreciate your honesty.

[@lesliewells-ig5dl]

I'm 62. The thing that has helped me a lot to not think much about aging is realizing that we age one day, every day. We don't get a year older on our birthdays. We just change the number we say for our age. I don't know if that will help anyone else, but it helps me.

[@beverleystrachan1205]

Wendy, I am 56 yrs young and I so appreciate you and your honest discourse regarding a womens' journey through life, menopause and all! My journey into menopause began very young, younger than most and it is so important for women to have a platform for free and open sharing about what goes on with oneself, physically, mentally and emotionally during this time, because we are so very vulnerable! Support is everything! Knowledge and understanding is everything! And for me, art is everything! My creative expression is an outlet for all of this energy that sometimes has nowhere to go. I make art because I must. Just as I grow older and change, so too must my art and my thinking. I so appreciate you!

[@Midlife3rdshifter]

I am 45 and am 1.5 years into perimenopause. THANK YOU SO MUCH for speaking on the big MP so often!! Other than channels dedicated to it specifically, no one usually talks about it. Over 50% of the planet experiences it and yet it's taboo to mention it in day to day life. I too am becoming more and more comfortable my own company versus other people. I prefer to be at home all the time. I also quit drinking 2 years ago. I just so appreciate your openness and honesty.

[@Midlife3rdshifter]

I'll also mention that not only never having children, (but in fact failing to do so 4 times) adds an entire layer to the whole thing as well. Well, many layers actually.

[@DorkThink]

Blessings to you, Wendy. Your voice brings me comfort in all ways. Your own personal magic gets me through. ✨🕯️

[@theunexpectedgypsy]

awww, big blessings to you too, xxx

[@eddieeynon1856]

Thank you for another lovely video, Wendy. I am now in my late fifties and quite like my own company. It is nice to meet up with people occasionally but afterwards I often feel emotionally drained. Like you, I have been with my partner for many years, so we are very lucky indeed. Have a fabulous evening ♥

[@magicwendy210]

love your open hearted vulnerability and authenticity you are one of the rare special ones in this crazy world, hugs xxx

[@janillingsworth5347]

I too have found I have become more reclusive with age and really enjoy my own company. Menopause seems a very long time ago for me and was a stretched out process because I had a hysterectomy at 27 and an ovary removed at 20. This was due to polycystic ovary syndrome. I'm 75 and am very content , more content than I have ever been. My creative thing at the moment is recycling clothing, turning the garments into shabby chic fashions embellished with my slow stitching and embroidered pieces. I still journal and draw and paint but mostly small paintings because of a shoulder injury. I have good and bad days, physically because of fibro and osteoarthritis arthritis. On good days, like today, I walk or garden. Today, I walked 2 km after dropping my car off at the auto shop for a warrant. I was very pleased with myself. I don't strive to be better or improve myself like I used to, and I am very laid back now. There is no push me pull me going on inside myself. It really is like an out breathing. Lots of love to you, Wendy. Every little thing gonna be alright.❤❤❤

[@zat6442]

Yup resonate with all you say ! Really appreciate your sharing the more of us who do the more we help each other realise there is nothing wrong.

[@DeniseBrooks1955]

Such an uplifting, thoughtful video Wendy!

[@deborahjanellemixedmediaart]

Love you to pieces Wendy. You’ve been brightening my days since you started you channel.

[@katrinafrazer9757]

I found your utube recently and for the first time ever I found someone who explains how I feel. Im 62 and have always enjoyed my own company even though Im married with 2 adult children and beautiful grandchildren. Loving your channel, thank you Wendy.

[@denisediauto9618]

Thank you, Wendy, for sharing your thoughts and feelings here in this safe space you have created. I often feel that you are speaking directly to me, for me. I am very close in age to you and feel very similar to what you speak of . I have always been introverted, and as I travel through menopause I often feel more so. It helps to hear your stories and know that in this crazy world, there are like-minded people who feel like friends, although we have never met. I love your channel and am very grateful for your honesty and wisdom! ❤

[@alison64able]

Thank you for your gentle wisdom Wendy. So appreciate you ❤

[@emilybemily4397]

I love visiting your channel. When I listen to you talk, I feel affirmed, that my thoughts, feelings and experiences are valid. Thank you.

[@kayvickery6247]

I'd love to give the gorgeous tree a lovely long hug, Wendy. Your walks remind of stories my Mum would share with me about walking through the fields of flowers and riding around the heath.❤💐⚘️🌼🦋🐝🌸🏵🌞

[@mlyon1476]

I'm an extroverted introvert. I have a handful of very good friends, like sisters, and I love to spend time with them. We've had a lot of wonderful adventures and I appreciate being able to be wild and crazy and myself around them. But the other side of that is that I find myself becoming overwhelmed and overstimulated on longer excursions and I become moody because of it. I love my time to myself, solitude. I'm very comfortable with my own company and easy with quiet. Art. Books. Daydreaming. I always enjoy your insights and your art that keeps us company.

[@dalehargreaves966]

I have been there since the beginning Wendy. Under another name. I still love what you are doing and how you’ve evolved! ❤️🌿

[@christinebarone2151]

As always, thank you Wendy for a video filled with honesty, love and education.

[@sheilastyrebriere]

Always look forward to your Sunday chats Wendy, it’s nice to “hear from”someone I can relate to so well in many ways🤗 Your words give comfort and understanding to so many, we’re blessed to know you 🥰🤗

[@projectamydesigns]

I am early on my menopause journey and it started earlyier due to a childhood illness and treatment for that. Its lonely because the people I know are not going through it and my life feels uncertain at this point. My journey in HRT has began just recently too. I love watching your videos with your wise advice and your art is beautiful

[@ValerieFisk]

Hi Wendy. How interesting to see that your topic of becoming more introvert has prompted so many comments. I definitely spend much more time on my own now. I find huge solace in my precious art journal which you inspired me to start in January 2023! Only 2 pages left now. The really big thing i miss is a good hug but your wonderful videos and community here help so much with the loneliness. I am SO glad you are feeling awesome.... I was worried for you a while back. Thank goodness for that 🔆 at the end of the tunnel. 🤗

[@The1christy]

This was exactly what I needed. Thank you! ❤

[@Helen_kittycat_crafts]

hello xx great video xx i am 51 and have been in menopause a couple years now,more perimenopause,and i definately think i am more irritable,less tolerant and more of a hermit than ever i was before.i love my own company and doing my own thing and i crave it so much so most of what you say 'i get' much love to you xxx

[@Memar-X]

I love my own company, and I'm in the throws of menopause. It's amazing how it pulls you all over the place and you do truly go within and readjust your thoughts and feelings. ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@sherryhoffman2880]

So agree with your thoughts and self care practices. I was an only child, so being in my own company is something I've always been used to. As I age, early 70's now, I find that more and more I actually require and cherish space and time to myself. Years ago found a quote on a desk calendar - "Quiet times bring me closer to myself". So very spot on. Thanks for the info on the grounding mats - plan to look into those!! So look forward to your vids, and appreciate you!!

[@nerinawegener5609]

I can relate to what you say about being in solitude and just enjoying my own company. Also that you can feel alone when around the wrong people that just don't get you. Love hearing you talk about your own personal journey and the products that help calm you.

[@Anberel]

Wendy, thank you so much for your channel. It’s been like a warm hug. I am going through some transitions both physically and mentally. It helped me so much to feel encouraged by you to start anew. I signed up for a drawing class last week and I haven’t felt this good about life in such a long time. You are such a beautiful soul and I am so glad to have found you on here.

[@TinaComeauArt]

Thank you for sharing Wendy. I've always been an introvert but I could manage people in my younger years, now it takes me days to recover from being around others. My husband and I built our lives around each others company, that's all we need to be happy. I embrace my wrinkles, my grey hair, it took me 55 years to get them! I always enjoy watching your video's, it's my Monday morning routine when my husband goes to work. Not everyone wants to talk about menopause and getting older but it's a fact of life, growing old is such an amazing thing, you see life differently, you enjoy simple things. Art is a great way to express all of that. Sending positive energy your way and can't wait for your other video in a few weeks!

[@karenb2617]

Hi Wendy! Right now I'm sick at home with Covid. It's hard to settle down and relax with these symptoms of nausea and aching all over. But I can put on your video and, as I watch, feel some measure of peace of mind and stillness of body sink in. Thank you for being an inspiration!

[@LarimarTide]

I’m just heading into the perimenopause and so much of what you said resonates! Thank you xxx

[@annamilford7122]

I reaLLy needed this video .... I'm 51 & my mind is playing over & over the phrase "I want to be alone" , feeling suffocated, irritable, but then guilt too at feeling that.

[@debbuckingham2313]

I absolutely adore you and can fully relate to how you are feeling in this stage of your life. I just turned 60. About 5 years post menopause. I too have found myself more introverted and content with being home. I naturally am very much an extrovert. I love your rescue kit. I use essential oils as well, and will definitely add some lavender to my routine. Thank you for being so open and transparent. Your art inspires me as well. Soft hugs, sweet friend. ❤

[@juliesweet6525]

Thanks for the post Wendy. I really enjoyed it. Hope you get your car sorted. Bit of a pain. And thanks for the reminder about lavender. One of my faves, but have neglected smelling some! Take care. Xxxxx

[@selenaW_]

Love you to bits. Glad you had a mini vacation. I am 53 and am most comfortable at home. A little bit of a recluse. I also enjoy getting out in nature. Much love from Florida.

[@user-wi3ng1kq2z]

Good Morning Wendy, I'm so glad to hear that someone else in the world feels the same about going away, the before during, and after. I was a military wife before, and going away was not such a big deal. Since I have gotten older I too stress before I am to go. Once I'm on the road I'm okay. While I am there I am mostly ok, coming back is a bit stressful, but I know that I'm going home, so that's ok...Thank you for sharing. Sincerely, KCP

[@TeriHargraveartist]

Some great advice there, Wendy. May I add that I do a short Reiki meditation with affirmations every morning before I get out of bed. This has been so beneficial especially lately while I have been facing extremely hard life happenings!

[@kimmiles5619]

I so agree with you. I'm 58 and have just warm flushes left of the menopause. Only the other day I 'googled' can you change from being an extravert to an introvert! I'm now happy to be pottering at home (and seeing my daughters). Love watching your videos, have a beautiful day xx

[@user-gr3kf3jm8f]

Love your videos and all the great advice and your feelings! I think we all go through different phases or stages in our life. I guess we all learn to embrace them differently. I guess it’s a learning process. I too feel differently about traveling-so glad we traveled in our younger years. Hugs to you Wendy…. Jill

[@Nicole-JV]

What a magnificent tree friend you have! I enjoyed this message as I’m pre menopause and looking for natural ways to cope with hormone imbalances. I love that you said getting older is a gift. I find myself being more introverted too to the more older I become. Books and trees are good friends for me.

[@suev4143]

Thank you for sharing your menopause kit; always good to have options. And I am so grateful for the views of summer and sunset - I am struggling with winter blues right now, and seeing blooming flowers and lush grass and trees just transported me. I'm so glad you are feeling good, and positive, and preparing for coming through "the tunnel". It reminds me of a butterfly emerging, transformed, from its cocoon. I just wonder what your wings will look like when fully opened.😉 Sending soft, gentle hugs, as well as love and light 🧡❤️💜💙✨✨✨✨

[@lbailey5430]

Wendy I can relate to you so much it’s uncanny really. I feel very much the same as you do and appreciate how you are able to express your thoughts so well. I’m sorry you had a car mishap. That’s a pain having to deal with that. Good luck with the situation and hopefully it will turn out okay.🤞I look forward as always to your next video…..Lisa 🤗🙏💓

[@jeanbailey1045]

Hi, Wendy, lovely, interesting video as always. Spot on describing myself and how I love my own company! I’m 73 next Saturday. I have a lovely partner who knows I need my own space, I’m very happy when in my art space drawing, painting and listening to audiobooks. I have a friend who has to see people everyday, joins clubs and tries to get me to go along with her. I sometimes feel she pities me as I ‘don’t do anything’ - but I never stop creating! I too was a teacher and now I have the time to do exactly what I want to do, every day. It’s wonderful! Keep up with the great videos Wendy xxx

[@coraclouden2506]

@jeanbailey1045 Happy Birthday for next Saturday. I hope you have a fabulous day 🎉

[@bonniebinsky6666]

Happy Birthday next Saturday!🎂Your friend needs to understand that you both have different ways of regaining your energy. Extroverts like your friend gains her energy by being around people where you (and myself) get drained by too much socialization and need alone time to recharge.And it goes on a spectrum as well, those in the middle who aren't as extreme.I hope your friend can understand and accept this while dropping the unnecessary pity. Best wishes! 🤗

[@carmengiles456]

Thank you dear Wendy, for an enjoyable video. Having recently come through the ebbs & flows of menopause too, its good to hear your experiences, & read those in the comments too. Having been a wild-child & pary animal, this new quieter, solitary me has taken me by suprise. I love time alone to potter, reflect, write, garden, draw.... For me this slower life is rich & exciting 🙏

[@merckypenamerckypena3768]

Hola Wendy, tengo 61 y antes buscaba constantemente la compañía de los demás, y ahora lo que necesito es mi soledad y aprender a estár conmigo. Creo que son etapas de la vida. Gracias por tu arte y tus palabras. ❤❤❤❤❤

[@CharlotteClaessens-zv8en]

It was some time ago that I responded to one of your videos, letting you know there would be light at the end of the tunnel. I am very happy that now you start to experience that. I have always found menopause an unfair phase to women. You have always been so open and honest about this. I hope it has helped other women who are still in the midst of this. For me there was nothing at the time ( which is only about 4/5 years ago). There was a Dutch actress / woman's magazine maker, who said she was not going to write on this subject as it was not sexy enough. Can you believe that? Anyway, you are doing a great job. Whishing you, and all other woman out there,who are dealing with menopause , a lot of strength. And remember: IT WILL PASS.

[@aleksandraalexander4506]

Good Morning Wendy, I too am past menopause. My experience was liberating too. I actually was so curious about what was happening to my body, the intense emotions, hot flashes, I found it amazing. I had the great luck to be going thru it with my dear friend at the same time so we had a lot of conservations. So it wasn’t a scary proposition. As an artist I am introverted when I go into my studio, I don’t listen to music and I don’t do art with others around, I need the quiet to make. However saying that, I need friends for a small amt of social interaction, that could be bird watching going to a museum, hiking. Best to you and glad you are managing things❤

[@wiscgirl3799]

Wendy I am Catholic but have no problems with other persons spirituality. I do oppose taking away any art that is historical. We can’t delete mistakes to become better persons. My menopause was a breeze. I am always warm before and after menopause. I do agree that the inner self changes though. Solice would be nice. How I would give a day without the hubby and our 22 year old special needs son tv be gone for a day or more. I squeak a couple of hours here and there for my art.

[@jenhanlon3840]

I so wish I knew this all 30 years ago. I had just had my second child and I went straight into the menopause at 30. I became so intolerant of others and found life so hard. My husband had chronic PTSD and chronic physical pain from his military serve and I just put my symptoms down to stress of my life. But now, and hearing you explain, I know it was all hormonal. Consequently I have become very introverted and developed anxiety particularly in social settings. As I’ve got older I’m now beginning to realise I like my own company and I like me more. But I do feel sad that I’ve wasted so many years not understanding and feeling that there was sometime wrong with my life when there wasn’t. It’s so nice you chatting through things with us and I do find it’s like having a conversation when I settle down with you. Thanks Wendy 💛

[@MyEverydayGarden]

Thank you Wendy! I love your vulnerability. Recently I’ve felt really off however listening to you and reading all the wonderful comments I feel a bit better. The lavender oil is a great idea. I appreciate you encouraging these conversations with ourselves and with others.❤

[@opheliagrove666]

Lots of what you say resonates with me . Since i retired early i have become increasingly introverted and relish living alone . I look forward to days when i see no one else . Tomorrow i am going hiking alone , my heaven .

[@majelthesurreal5723]

I had not heard of grounding so I am definitely looking into that. It has me thinking about the fall, winter and early spring when I walk in the woods behind our house. I feel so calm there and look forward to my walk every morning. It seems to set the day. After spring ends and summer is in full swing the bugs prevent me from enjoying the woods and I have noticed not having the calmness as much in my life. I miss it and this may explain it. I went thru menopause about 10 years ago and, like you, I tried adding and eliminating certain foods and behaviors. I also gave up wine/alcohol and felt better. And then for a host of other reasons I went plant-based which changed my life. Like you, I'm not advocating it for everyone unless they just want to try it and see if they feel better. TY for so much information and caring about people in the world.

[@leathahoneycutt9060]

There are wonderful changes that come with aging. I am on the other side of menopause, no more hot flashes. As long as a person can stay healthy this is the most wonderful time of life. I have also became more introverted, loving my home, and more adamant with what I want to do with my time. Soak it all up, my sweet friend because, like you said, it is a gift.

[@theunexpectedgypsy]

yes, staying healthy if we can is soo important xxx I am like you in that I am much more adamant, I even have non-negoitables now! You too xx soak soak soak!! xxx

[@lisasafiullah8774]

Sometimes the feeling builds up in me and its time for me to head off on my own somewhere. Just to reflect, think read or whatever. I have always enjoyed my own company, i do luke socialising too though. I have booked to do a couple of print workshops Wendy so really excited. Lots of love Lisa x

[@jeanettebarto2774]

Thanks for sharing the natural remedies ❤️ Going on a trip I try to get the laundry, dishes, and trash out. The rest of the house can just "natural" 😉 while I'm away. Love your videos ❤❤❤ Positive vibes to you! PS Love your tree! Every time I see it, it brings a positive peace to me 😊

[@lesleygoodall-page8035]

Thank you for sharing with us. I’m living alone now and at 67 I’m learning to be me. I very much enjoy your channel and often have you on when I’m in my studio! It’s like having a cup of tea with a friend. ☺️ I do appreciate your views on life and getting older and being creative. X

[@theunexpectedgypsy]

i love that, learning to be me... yes, such an important task! Thankyou for letting me into your studio to keep you company! xx much love

[@atcreateartworks]

That’s exactly how I’ve described my menopause journey- reverse puberty! 👌 spot on! Thanks for sharing. Best to you 🫶🏼

[@JasenomadeTV]

Just discovered your channel, thank you for the tips, great video x

[@ZarpeParadise]

I so appreciate you sharing your gentle fierceness while on your journey.

[@theunexpectedgypsy]

thankyou that's a huge compliment to me, xx i so appreciate it! x

[@bayareaknitter]

Thank you for another beautiful video dear Wendy! My places of creative retreat vary with the seasons and my mood. Knitting, designing, a solo camping trip with my pups, even just cozying up with a good read can bring forth creative influence. Thank you for sharing your thoughts and inspiration!

[@sharonfisch9426]

I so loved your video of the gorgeous sunrise and flowers and you wandering thre, so calming and moving. Sorry about your car incidebt but calm respose was good. I am 20 years past menopause but still could use the kinds of products you recommended, thank you so much. As I am an anxious person, they will help, as my virtual tai chi lessons have since early 2021! And i thought it funny to know you have the same packing concerns as I do when going on a trip, we travel once or twice a year but i have clothes laid out for days, ha ha. You have such a charming way to deliver your messages and I lookforwRd to seeing more. Much love, dear Wendy.

[@leemiller9246]

My husband always said that if anything happened to him, I would become a recluse! He passed away in April 2023, and he was absolutely right! He was a big, affable man, very outgoing, and ready to get involved in everything. I am the total opposite, but we somehow made it work, even though sometimes it felt very uncomfortable to socialise. I have never found it difficult to be alone, I am an only child so it goes with the territory, I suppose, learning to get on with things on my own because actually there was no other option. I am an introvert with occasionally surprising extrovert tendencies I think because I do like to go out and do the odd thing from time to time, but it is all very much on my terms. I am happy with my choices and at 66 I have finally unleashed the real me free to do what I want when I want. Its been liberating! I love watching your channel Wendy. Blessings to you and James X

[@tamilopez6823]

I am always filled up when I watch your videos. I am an introvert and always felt I needed to be more outgoing. But that's not really who I am, thought sometimes in my life I have needed to be that way. i have a grown daughter with Down Syndrome and she needed an advocate. That pushed me out a bit. But I like who I am. I like that I have learned to be outgoing and connect with people and I like that I enjoy my own quiet company. I am 62. I love this stage of my life. It is very good.

[@anniekordesh8134]

Your videos become more and more tuned in to subjects that provide good feelings and support so relatable to me and it sounds like to others. Grateful to have discovered you and your artistry and wisdom. I always feel more hopeful afterward. Lost my husband 5 years ago to cancer and have been discovering myself outside my kids lives as they get launched. It's been an interesting journey. Now postmenopausal have decided to take good care of myself and enjoy each passing year. Thanks for all you do.

[@sandrazboinski6473]

I will be 60 this year and am on the other side of menopause. I am more introverted and fonally starting to work through the causes of my anxiety. I so enjoy your videos and the encouragement and inspiration. Be well.

[@philomenaward1833]

I am now well near rhe so called end of the menopause tunnel,and as tou say its an intense and very interesting journey,I am so greatful I have lived through it and am still alive, and am feeling amazed and intrigued as to what next, I do know that I appreciate so many things so much more and thats amazing for me.Thankyou Wendy for your generosity of spirit so happy I found you.bless you each day .

[@theunexpectedgypsy]

i feel the same so it's lovely to hear your comment. bless you too! xx

[@robynsmith2315]

I'm in my late 50s. And a lot more introverted than I used to be. Menopause was a struggle, but as you say, it's starting to get better. I tried HRT, but it was so bad I stopped after three months. Turned me into a wreck. Love your videos, I feel like I'm spending time with a dear friend

[@sandrasenergy]

Great video. Thank you for sharing. I'm ten years into menopause and still learning so much about me. The good and bad. It's our gift as women to be able to hopefully afford ourselves this time. Yes we learn in the good times but when the challenges come I think I learn the most. Learning to put me first was the hardest lesson. Maybe just learning it now, and how important it is. I wish someone had of shared that with me ten years ago. To give ourselves love, time and compassion is everything❤ Blessings all you beautiful souls🥰

[@theunexpectedgypsy]

so true, thankyou for sharing xx self acceptance and compassion are soo vital ! Big blessings to you too and thanks for commenting! xx

[@artesadestorias]

I feel like I'm starting to cross the tunnel This past year, from one summer to the next, I felt so many changes and transformations. In April I became very ill, I had profound physical and psychological exhaustion.My body works completely differently I needed to stop everything, leave the world and delve inside to see from another perspective.Lavender is part of my essentials for everything kit.It's been great to hear you talk about menopause so clearly. Very grateful for the shares.❤❤

[@sandras.5223]

Yes. My introversion has become the me I was as a child. I agree menopause may bring us back to prepubescent times. I was a shy child and spent hours alone in spite of being being part of a big family. Overcompensated socially all my adult life-but reverting back now. Thank you for your lovely videos and helpful advice❤

[@carolynjohnson7606]

Dear Wendy-thank you for your wonderful video's🥰

[@lotusflowerpassion]

I have passed through and I enjoy being alone when I was younger I liked being around people and had a difficult time when my girls all left home , today though I enjoy my time alone and being creative when ever I want to and spending time in meditation and Talking with the Angels as well it is so different now so things do change after menopause for me they did and also many years of working on self and healing from Trauma in my early years of life . I am so happy and at peace now. thanks for Sharing dear love to you and James 💖

[@ruthjames9278]

HI Wendy great as always - totally relate im 52 this year and going trough Meno - as well as other genral health stuff. Looking back ive always been a solitude person despite having lots of friend and amzing partner of 26y - Art / reading are my go to - stay safe and well. p.s. The Chalice Well issue is a sorry state we have been visiting for over 30 years - i hope they get a good solution.

[@rose_quartz_loveandlight]

love the rescue kit and grounding tips xo

[@theunexpectedgypsy]

oh glad to hear!! xxx

[@lovingcomfort]

I live in my RV so that I can travel and still have everything I need. I really hate sleeping in odd beds, and my night time tea most especially 🙂

[@angelamccoll9786]

Hi Wendy, thank you for sharing, I will definately be checking out the Yam cream it sounds good. I love your posts and look forward to them, you keep me company when im doing housework, sketching, packing to go away...lol! I am often listening then running to the remote to play back something you said and writing it down...haha! You often thank your youtube family for keeping you company but I would like yo say thank you Wendy for keeping me company....👍👍👍🌟🌟💫💫💗💜

[@storyandstone]

Hi Wendy. I’ve been hearing and reading lots of information about this lately. Isn’t it funny how the Universe always shows you what you need to know. I totally agree with you about needing time to be alone when you are going through any rite of passage. I am going through menopause; I feel like I’m almost done but I have recognised that I need to be alone a lot more than when I was younger. If you go back to medieval times as women passed through menopause they took their place as a wise woman in their community. The student became the teacher and passed down generations of wisdom to the younger women in their community. I feel like there is so much value in being that wise woman. I am enjoying it immensely. 😊 As for a remedy kit for menopause, I was using an Australian Bush Flower Essence called Woman that was a great help. Your equivalent would be Bach Flower Remedies. I also used and still use lavender and frankincense and when my hot flashes were rife, I used peppermint oil in a spray to bring instant coolness to my skin. I also used meditation and mindfulness and connecting with nature. I also ground, like you and James. It has to be one of the best things you can do for all over wellness. I love it. ❤