We teach teenage boys about periods. But then we send them into adulthood with zero understanding of menopause. Thirty years later, they're watching their partner, colleague, or mother go through one of life's most significant transitions—and they've got nothing. No framework. No language. No clue.
And here's the worst part: most men think it's not their problem to understand.
In this episode, I'm addressing men directly about why menopause literacy isn't optional—it's essential. Whether you're a partner, manager, colleague, son, or friend, your ignorance about menopause is hurting the women around you. Not because you're a bad person, but because you simply don't have the information to show up properly.
What You'll Learn:
The Biology Basics – What menopause and perimenopause actually are, how long they last, and the twelve symptoms most men have never heard of (hint: it's not just "feeling a bit warm")
Why This Affects You – Three compelling reasons why menopause matters to your relationship, your workplace, and society—and why your ignorance is costing women their careers, relationships, and wellbeing
How to Actually Show Up – Five practical, actionable steps you can take today to support the women in your life, from creating space for conversation to implementing workplace policies to challenging the silence around menopause
The Relationship Impact – How understanding menopause can transform you from being part of the problem to being the person your partner relies on during a difficult transition
The Workplace Reality – Why menopause is causing experienced, talented women to leave their careers—and what male managers and business owners need to do about it
This isn't about becoming a menopause expert. It's about giving a damn. It's about recognizing that when someone you care about is struggling with night sweats, brain fog, anxiety, and exhaustion, your response matters. And right now, most men are getting it wrong—not out of malice, but out of ignorance.
If you're a woman listening to this and thinking "finally, someone's saying this"—share it with the men in your life. If you're a man who's been confused, frustrated, or feeling useless watching someone struggle, this episode will give you the framework to actually help.
Because menopause isn't a women's issue. It's a human issue. And men have a responsibility to understand it—not as experts, but as allies.
Perfect for: Partners of women approaching or going through menopause, male managers and business owners, sons watching their mothers struggle, anyone who wants to be a better ally to the women in their life.
Not medical advice. I'm a clinical hypnotherapist and coach, not a doctor. Always consult healthcare professionals for menopause symptoms and treatment.
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