My Relationship With Time

Over the past decade, during this transitional time of early-onset menopause, my relationship with time has changed in so many ways. In particular, it has changed when considering the speed at which I feel it has moved.  

As I look back, I see that my mindfulness practice has consistently helped me slow down internally and connect with my breath, which has given me more energy and motivation. It also helps me nurture and listen to my body in a way that I couldn’t when I was younger and less conscious of what ageing meant.

“I realised this weekend that it is only six months until I get married. In doing so, I felt the pressure of time and responsibilities press down on me”

Rachel Podger

I realised this weekend that it is only six months until I get married. In doing so, I felt the pressure of time and responsibilities press down on me. I felt my head begin to spin with thoughts and to-do lists, and then I remembered to stop and connect with my heart and the joy and playfulness that was also present.

As my inner carefree younger self helped me put it all into perspective, I found this refreshing and uplifting. At this moment, I woke up to how it was my perspective of time and age that needed to change. Irrespective of age, getting married is extremely exciting and really does need time and space to be fully experienced, enjoyed, and celebrated. I am thrilled that time has taught me this.