Male Menopause: Yes; Men too do have Menopause …. For Real !!
Hormonal change – Without hormones we would not have humans as we know them…probably we would just be like stones or logs! Like everything in life, there are two sides to consider and hormonal changes can and do bring significant changes to life.
While most people think of hormonal changes in regards to women, men too do have hormones and are affected by hormonal changes. An observant woman would notice when a man is going through “his changes.” Knowledge gives her and him the ability to better manage the change and their relationship.
Female menopause is a normal and natural stage in a woman’s life when her menstruation and ovulation stops. This signifies an end to her child bearing years. Male menopause is called andropause. One may ask why does a man who does not undergo menstruation and ovulation undergo menopause? Great question; the reason behind male experiencing menopause is to prepare them for a second adulthood. Thus, andropause signifies the end of men’s first adulthood.
Women may begin to experience menopause in their forties. Other women start menopause at age fifty, some even begin at sixty. Men, on the other hand, may start to undergo andropause as early as thirty-five or it can be as late as sixty-five.
For women, while menopause may by evidenced by a feeling of unconstructive sentiments and other pessimistic emotions, most experts believe that for men, andropause brings positive change.
Once a man enters the andropause stage he goes through a very crucial change . He will experience an inevitable change in psychological, interpersonal, social and even the spiritual aspect. I have friends who all of a sudden want a certain type of car or start being more introspective. Andropause thus denotes the end of one adulthood and the beginning of yet another adulthood – an end and a start at the same time
Research has shown that, there are a lot of benefits a man can obtain once andropause is experienced.
Men in going through male menopause develops more maturity. They move from a focus of ‘doing’ as they enter the second adulthood, to more of a focus “the being,” or “the self.”
Career-wise, they develop a more “love of work” mentality instead of going to work because it is necessary. On social relationship, they tend to look at other men as acquaintances instead of as contenders as during their first adulthood.
When a man experiences andropause, his personal relationships also matures. He is now more focused with developing happiness and intimacy with his partner and family. Andropause may indicate a stop in brain-draining “battle of the sexes.” This may be an indication that he can give way and let his partner win on some discussions and be okay with it. He now begins to leave behind Ego and Pride two very powerful base emotions. In-depth understanding and patience becomes his goal.
Maturity in a sexual relationship is also gained by men during andropause. In second adulthood, man focuses more on being sexually fulfilled instead of concentrating on different sexual performances which usually took place during first adulthood.
In the menopause period in life an individual may start to feel incomplete. Others may accordingly react to their physical desires. It is necessary to know that, whether menopause creates something “good” or something “bad” in one’s life, you are still the owner of your mind, body and heart. If andropause brings you more benefit, then you are lucky. Otherwise, if it creates struggles in your life then it is time to acknowledge the need for help. It is necessary to create balance. It might usher in an opportunity to really delve into your life’s purpose.
Primarily, you need to recognize that you are undergoing an inevitable change and then let your significant other know about it. Point out the necessary things they must do to help you cross the line. Humor always helps in relationships. If things seem unbearable after exhausting all possible help within your means, then it is time to seek help from an expert.
Understanding Change, having a good attitude, managing your diet and knowing you are just evolving as a man will facilitate a successful walk in the journey of male menopause. Be.
Hormonal change – Without hormones we would not have humans as we know them…probably we would just be like stones or logs! Like everything in life, there are two sides to consider and hormonal changes can and do bring significant changes to life.
While most people think of hormonal changes in regards to women, men too do have hormones and are affected by hormonal changes. An observant woman would notice when a man is going through “his changes.” Knowledge gives her and him the ability to better manage the change and their relationship.
Female menopause is a normal and natural stage in a woman’s life when her menstruation and ovulation stops. This signifies an end to her child bearing years. Male menopause is called andropause. One may ask why does a man who does not undergo menstruation and ovulation undergo menopause? Great question; the reason behind male experiencing menopause is to prepare them for a second adulthood. Thus, andropause signifies the end of men’s first adulthood.
Women may begin to experience menopause in their forties. Other women start menopause at age fifty, some even begin at sixty. Men, on the other hand, may start to undergo andropause as early as thirty-five or it can be as late as sixty-five.
For women, while menopause may by evidenced by a feeling of unconstructive sentiments and other pessimistic emotions, most experts believe that for men, andropause brings positive change.
Once a man enters the andropause stage he goes through a very crucial change . He will experience an inevitable change in psychological, interpersonal, social and even the spiritual aspect. I have friends who all of a sudden want a certain type of car or start being more introspective. Andropause thus denotes the end of one adulthood and the beginning of yet another adulthood – an end and a start at the same time
Research has shown that, there are a lot of benefits a man can obtain once andropause is experienced.
Men in going through male menopause develops more maturity. They move from a focus of ‘doing’ as they enter the second adulthood, to more of a focus “the being,” or “the self.”
Career-wise, they develop a more “love of work” mentality instead of going to work because it is necessary. On social relationship, they tend to look at other men as acquaintances instead of as contenders as during their first adulthood.
When a man experiences andropause, his personal relationships also matures. He is now more focused with developing happiness and intimacy with his partner and family. Andropause may indicate a stop in brain-draining “battle of the sexes.” This may be an indication that he can give way and let his partner win on some discussions and be okay with it. He now begins to leave behind Ego and Pride two very powerful base emotions. In-depth understanding and patience becomes his goal.
Maturity in a sexual relationship is also gained by men during andropause. In second adulthood, man focuses more on being sexually fulfilled instead of concentrating on different sexual performances which usually took place during first adulthood.
In the menopause period in life an individual may start to feel incomplete. Others may accordingly react to their physical desires. It is necessary to know that, whether menopause creates something “good” or something “bad” in one’s life, you are still the owner of your mind, body and heart. If andropause brings you more benefit, then you are lucky. Otherwise, if it creates struggles in your life then it is time to acknowledge the need for help. It is necessary to create balance. It might usher in an opportunity to really delve into your life’s purpose.
Primarily, you need to recognize that you are undergoing an inevitable change and then let your significant other know about it. Point out the necessary things they must do to help you cross the line. Humor always helps in relationships. If things seem unbearable after exhausting all possible help within your means, then it is time to seek help from an expert.
Understanding Change, having a good attitude, managing your diet and knowing you are just evolving as a man will facilitate a successful walk in the journey of male menopause. Be.
