Master Your Karma to Ease Perimenopausal Symptoms and Find Balance

Karma is often seen as a mysterious force, working in the background of our lives, silently shaping our future. However, karma is more than that. It’s a mirror reflecting the energy we put into the world. For perimenopausal women striving to maintain balance, karma can be an essential part of your wellness journey. Through the W wellness pillar of the F.L.O.W. Method, you can harness the wisdom of karma to guide your path to better health - physically, emotionally, and spiritually.

But what exactly does this all mean?

Perimenopause is a journey where karma holds the map. The choices you make today shape the ease you’ll feel tomorrow.

Submitting to the Law of Karma

The law of karma is simple: what you put out into the world comes back to you. It’s not about punishment or reward - it’s about learning and growth. The energy you generate, whether through thoughts, words, or actions, influences how your life unfolds.

During perimenopause, this concept can feel particularly relevant as you navigate hormonal shifts, mood swings, and physical changes. If you want karma to work in your favour, you must submit to its law by taking ownership of your actions and reflecting on how you’ve contributed to your current circumstances. When something goes wrong or causes pain, instead of feeling powerless, ask yourself these key questions:

1. How have I contributed to this situation?
2. How else could I have acted to achieve a different result?
3. What should I change in the future for the wheel of life to turn in my favour?

These questions are crucial for self-awareness. For example, if you’re experiencing severe anxiety or fatigue during perimenopause, ask yourself: Have I been neglecting my self-care routines? Am I overloading myself with responsibilities? Taking responsibility for your actions, such as getting proper rest, nourishing your body, and managing stress, can change your outcome for the better.

Here’s an example of how a perimenopausal woman might reflect on these questions:

Situation:
Let's call my client *Sarah. Sarah has been feeling more irritable and exhausted, snapping at her partner and children. She realizes this is affecting her relationships and creating tension at home.

How have I contributed to this situation?
"I’ve been neglecting my self-care, pushing myself to keep up with everything despite feeling tired and overwhelmed. I haven’t allowed myself time to rest or process my emotions, which has led to me being more reactive and short-tempered."

How else could I have acted to achieve a different result?
"I could have communicated with my family sooner about how I was feeling instead of bottling it up. I could have taken breaks during the day to recharge or set boundaries around tasks that could wait. If I had been more mindful of my emotional state, I could have responded with more patience."

What should I change in the future for the wheel of life to turn in my favour?
"Going forward, I need to prioritise my well-being, listen to my body, and give myself permission to rest when I need it. Practicing mindfulness and journaling about my emotions can help me stay grounded. I’ll also have more honest conversations with my family about my needs during this transition so that we can navigate it together with understanding and support."

This reflection helps Sarah understand her role in the situation and encourages her to adopt healthier habits for better outcomes in the future.

Reflecting on Your Actions: The Path to Wellness

It’s easy to feel like a victim when it comes to perimenopause of circumstances beyond your control. But karma reminds us that our actions, both large and small, play a significant role in our experiences. Whether it’s the food you eat, the thoughts you entertain, or how you respond to stress, every choice impacts your wellness.

By regularly asking the questions above, you can start to see how your actions contribute to how you feel. Consider how you treat your body during this time -are you pushing yourself too hard when your body is begging for rest? Have you been eating nourishing foods that support your hormone balance, or have you been too busy to focus on nutrition? Reflecting on these choices allows you to make better decisions moving forward, shifting the wheel of karma in your favour.

Karma as Your Wellness Guide

Karma acts as a guiding light, allowing you to see the full spectrum of your progress. When you understand the consequences of your actions, karma illuminates the path ahead, helping you recognise patterns and adjust your behaviour. Each positive action - whether it’s creating healthier eating habits, practicing mindfulness, or choosing to rest when you need it - becomes a step toward better wellness.

For instance, if you’ve noticed that stress exacerbates your perimenopausal symptoms, reflect on how you’ve been managing your stress. Have you allowed yourself time to meditate, journal, or simply breathe? If not, that lack of self-care might be influencing how you feel physically and emotionally. By making changes to your daily routine and aligning your actions with your wellness goals, karma starts working in your favor, bringing you the balance you seek.

Moving Forward: Shaping Your Future Karma

To harness the power of karma for your wellness, make a habit of these mindful practices:

• Reflect on your actions daily: Journaling about your day and the choices you made will help you understand how they impact your well-being.

• Set positive intentions: Each morning, set an intention for how you want to feel and act. This will help you stay aligned with your wellness goals and move the karmic wheel in your favour.

• Practice gratitude: Expressing gratitude for your body and your journey during perimenopause can create a positive karmic cycle. Even on tough days, focus on small victories and moments of peace.

Insights from The Four-Path: Mastering Karma with Clarity

Drawing from The Four-Way Path, The Indian secret to a life of happiness and purpose, we learn that taking control of karma requires questioning the appropriateness of our actions, words, thoughts, and desires. During perimenopause, this mindfulness becomes even more critical, as hormonal changes can make emotions run high and affect how we interact with the world around us.

To take control of your karma, regularly ask yourself these questions in the following areas:

1. Our Actions

Your actions generate consequences that shape your future, especially during perimenopause. For example, if you’ve been feeling overwhelmed with brain fog or mood swings, reflect on how your daily actions may be contributing. Are you pushing through exhaustion instead of listening to your body? Taking on too many responsibilities at work or at home?

Ask yourself:

• Am I acting in the best way for myself and others?
• Are my actions aligned with supporting my wellness and hormonal balance?

Making intentional changes, such as incorporating regular movement, better sleep, or healthy meal preparation, can significantly improve your well-being and shift your karmic energy.

2. Our Words

Words carry immense power - they can either foster connection or create distance. In perimenopause, when irritability or emotional swings may feel unmanageable, it’s vital to choose your words carefully. Negative self-talk or frustration toward others can create more harm than good.

As Don Miguel Ruiz asks in The Four Agreements: Am I being impeccable with my words? This becomes essential during this time of transition, both in how you speak to others and yourself. Encouraging words can elevate your mood and remind you to be kind to yourself during hormonal ups and downs.

Ask yourself:

• Am I speaking kindly to myself and those around me?
• Are my words helping me stay connected to my loved ones and to my inner peace?

3. Our Thoughts and Desires

Your thoughts shape your reality, especially during perimenopause, when emotional and mental clarity can be challenging. Are your thoughts helping or hindering your wellness journey? Are your desires in line with what will truly fulfill you, or are you clinging to old patterns that no longer serve you?

Ask yourself:

• Am I thinking clearly about my wellness goals and what I need?
• Do my desires align with what will bring me happiness and peace during this transition?

By regularly answering these questions, you adjust your karma to reflect the life and health you want to experience. If you desire peace and balance during perimenopause, your thoughts, words, and actions must align with those goals.

What next?

By reflecting on your actions, words, thoughts, and desires regularly, you bring greater awareness to how you shape your own experience. Perimenopause may feel like a time of upheaval, but with mindful action, you can adjust the wheel of karma to create a reality filled with balance, peace, and fulfillment.

Let karma guide your wellness journey, helping you discover your true nature and grow from the challenges that come with perimenopause. Answering these reflective questions will not only adjust your karma but also bring you closer to a life of greater balance and joy.

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