DLG285 Shirley Weir and Dr. Lisa discuss how to change the perception of menopause to be normal/more modern/sexier.

Shirley Weir, author of Mokita,: How to navigate perimenopause with confidence & ease and founder of Menopause Chicks, is now an expert on menopause from a physical, psychological, emotional and sociological point of view. She has helped countless women and created a community of over 27k women to support each other on these topics. We have a very frank discussion about menopause and that it has gotten an unnecessarily bad rap—how can we change the perception of menopause and perimenopause—a normal life transition that no one wants to talk about. As usual for me, I was very frank about my own feelings and experiences. Shelly was smart, graceful and supportive. If our conversation doesn't convince you that menopause is normal and not all bad and we need to change the perception of it—well then, just stay in your cave! About Shirley Weir Shirley Weir introduces herself as a Menopause Chick. Sore boobs, sleep deprivation, depression and brain fog led Shirley to her doctor’s office, the book store and “Dr. Google,” but she was left feeling confused, overwhelmed and alone. So she created Menopause Chicks to empower women to talk openly about perimenopause and menopause. Now she leads a private online community with an average of 15,000 questions and comments every month. Women regard the group as a trustworthy space to get their questions answered and to confirm they are not alone.