by jewelswellness | Nov 19, 2025 | Anxiety, Burnout, Mental Health Awareness, Surgery emotions
Seven months after my hysterectomy, I thought I was strong enough to keep going at full speed. Working full time. Growing my business. Showing up for women every day. And then my body forced me to stop. This blog explores the truth about menopause after hysterectomy,...
by jewelswellness | Apr 14, 2025 | Emotions and Sensations, Journaling, Mindfulness, Mindfulness Practices, Self care, Somatic Healing, Surgery emotions
Recovery doesn’t always go as planned—especially in midlife. Two weeks after surgery (and yes, a surprise catheter situation), I’m sharing what this healing process has really looked like, and how journaling has helped me stay grounded through it all. If you’re...
by jewelswellness | Mar 13, 2025 | Emotions and Sensations, Surgery emotions
Why We Need to Stop Telling Women to “Stay Strong” and Start Letting Them Feel When I found out I needed a full hysterectomy, I felt a mix of emotions—overwhelm, fear, relief, gratitude. But what caught me off guard was the voice inside my head telling me to toughen...
