In this engaging conversation, Carol King shares her ride through perimenopause, the need for open conversations about women's health and her rise to TikTok fame as THE Menopause Auntie. She started experiencing extreme fainting episodes which understandably concerned her and her family. Moving to Barbados, from the UK, she found limited knowledge or understanding of what could be happening. She emphasizes the significance of lifestyle changes, finding joy, and reclaiming one's identity during this transformative phase of life. Carol also highlights her efforts to create community resources and her upcoming book that aims to educate and empower women navigating menopause through humour.

• Carol King moved to Barbados and embraced a new life.
• Perimenopause symptoms can start much earlier than expected.
• Women often face challenges in getting their symptoms taken seriously.
• Humor can be a powerful tool in coping with menopause.
• Creating a supportive community is essential for women.
• Lifestyle changes, including diet and exercise, can significantly improve health.
• Finding joy in daily life is crucial for mental well-being.
• Reclaiming one's identity is important during midlife transitions.
• Education and open conversations about menopause are vital.
• Carol's book aims to provide accessible information on menopause with humour.

• "Women want to have the conversation."
• "Laughter is medicine."
• "I intentionally look for joy."

Chapters 02:00 Introduction to Carol King 04:00 Understanding Perimenopause 06:59 The Journey of Discovery 09:59 The Importance of Conversation 13:03 Using Humor to Cope 15:53 Finding Solutions and Support 19:03 Lifestyle Changes for Better Health 21:55 The Role of Joy in Life 24:56 Reclaiming Identity and Purpose 28:11 Creating Community and Resources 30:53 The Launch of a Book 33:54 Final Thoughts and Advice 'Are You There God, It's Me In Menopause' is out on February 18th, 2025 at all good bookstores and online. You can enjoy Carol's content @menopause101 on IG & TikTok and YouTube! If you would like to speak to me about joining The Real Menopause Method, drop me an email [email protected] to book a call. There is more information on the website https://realmenopausetalk.com Spaces are limited and tend to book up fast, so please get in touch and I look forward to talking to you.