One of the most counterintuitive truths about hormones: the struggle against it often makes it worse. Acceptance — clearly misunderstood — is one of the most powerful tools available.
What Acceptance of Hormones Actually Means
Acceptance does NOT mean:
- Liking or approving of hormones
- Giving up on getting better
- Thinking hormones is okay
Acceptance DOES mean:
- Acknowledging hormones without adding unnecessary struggle against the fact of its existence
- Allowing hormones to be present without fighting it into bigger problems
- Making room for hormones while still living your values
The ACT Approach to Hormones
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) uses acceptance as a core tool: instead of fighting hormones, you learn to make room for it while committing to valued action regardless.
The Paradox of Accepting Hormones
Many people find that when they stop fighting hormones and simply allow it, it loses intensity. The suffering of hormones is partly the struggle against it.