My Spiritual Practice Deepened During Perimenopause

I was meditating every morning during perimenopause and I found something unexpected. As my body was struggling, my spirit was waking up. I was sitting in silence and feeling connected to something larger than myself. I was feeling less attached to how my body looked and more interested in who I was becoming. Perimenopause became a spiritual initiation instead of a medical crisis.

How I got here

I had always been interested in spirituality but I had never been disciplined about a spiritual practice. I had dabbled in meditation and yoga but I did not have a consistent practice. When perimenopause started, I was looking for something to anchor me. Something that would help me feel more grounded and less scattered. A friend suggested meditation. I was skeptical but I was willing to try.

What I actually did

I started meditating every morning for 20 minutes. The first week was hard. My mind was chaotic. I was thinking about my symptoms and my worries. But by the second week, something shifted. I could observe my thoughts without being attached to them. When I had a hot flash, I could notice it without identifying with it. When I had anxious thoughts, I could watch them pass without believing them. I started reading spiritual texts about midlife and aging. I started to see perimenopause not as a medical problem but as a spiritual transition. I began to see this season of life as an opportunity to go deeper into my spiritual practice.

What actually changed

My anxiety decreased. My sense of peace increased. I was less identified with my body and more connected to something deeper within myself. I felt like I was waking up spiritually even as my body was struggling. I felt less afraid of aging because I understood that aging was part of a larger spiritual journey. I felt more connected to other women going through perimenopause because I understood that we were all part of a larger collective awakening.

What my routine looks like now

I meditate every morning. I do a weekly yoga practice. I read spiritual texts. I go on retreats. I track my inner peace and connection using PeriPlan. My spiritual practice has become as important to my perimenopause management as any medical treatment.

If you are struggling with perimenopause, consider exploring a spiritual practice. Meditation, yoga, prayer, or whatever spiritual practice calls to you. This transition can be an opportunity for spiritual growth. This is not medical advice. If you are struggling with depression or anxiety, please talk to a mental health professional.