As we all gear-up for Independence Day celebrations in the US—and a fractured work week due to the Thursday holiday—please enjoy edition 4 of “The 2 Susans” newsletter. This time we reflect on honoring our individual body image as we age.
Tag: Body image
A Few Thoughts on Aging…
Let’s face it…we are all getting older. Menopause sometimes emphasizes that point, whether we like it or not. Le Sigh!
Your Best Friend
A physical therapist’s advice to all – take care of your best friend!
Advocating Against Ageism
This definitely applies to everyone, not just postmenopausal women. That being said, just at a time in women’s lives when we are adjusting to a new body rhythm, the very process of aging is also playing a major role.
The Gift
“What first intrigued me was the cardboard mailing sleeve it came in. My home address was hand-written (exciting!) and with a cute heart (must be a friend!). But, whom do I know in San Jose, California?”
A Medieval Menopause Story!
“This story actually begins in childhood when I studied classical piano for many years, practicing daily after school on my mother’s Winter upright piano in the basement.”
Wabi-sabi (侘寂)
Dr. Baumgaertel’s anecdotes about appreciating the wisdom and beauty of imperfection ring true to the menopausal journey as well.
Maskne: The New Acne!
Dr. Erin Moore: “Acne is one of the most common reasons for visiting a dermatologist. Every day I see several patients with acne, most of whom are adult women. It is a huge myth that only teenagers suffer from acne.”