Treated with Dr. Sara Szal Not Your Mother’s Menopause: The Midlife Hormone Revolution with Schuyler Grant
Mar 19, 2025
Join Schuyler Grant, a yoga teacher and co-founder of Wanderlust, as she tackles the myths of menopause with humor and depth. She discusses the 100+ symptoms of perimenopause and why midlife shouldn't feel like a betrayal. Schuyler emphasizes reframing menopause as a rite of passage and the importance of community in supporting women through this transition. Plus, learn about her transformative retreats and discover breathing techniques that promote relaxation and well-being. This conversation is a powerful celebration of aging and self-discovery!
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Schuyler's Mom's Menopause Story
- Schuyler Grant shares her mother's experience of menopause as mostly symptom-free and quiet.
- Her mom had little menopausal symptoms and maintained intimacy despite vaginal dryness.
Menopause as Rite of Passage
- Menopause is a rite of passage that, like puberty, has difficult symptoms but leads to growth.
- It can be the start of a potent, authentic life phase with freedom from reproductive concerns.
Women's Stress Response Is Different
- Women respond to stress with tend and befriend, promoting group safety and parasympathetic activation.
- This contrasts with men's fight or flight, highlighting gender-specific stress responses.
