Don't Get Me Started on Aging

Bridget and Jen, two vibrant women navigating their fabulous 50s, share laughter, stories, and wisdom about life's adventures. Prepare for a candid and hilarious conversation as Bridget and Jen delve into the weird, the unexpected, and the downright funny things that happen as we get older—physically, mentally, and socially. This episode tackles the surprises of aging: The sudden appearance of random facial hair, with a cautionary tale about car lighting and the necessity of keeping tweezers handy. The frustrating phenomenon of forgetfulness, including the relatable experience of walking into a room and forgetting why. They even touch upon the potential link between thyroid issues and memory. The physical mysteries of midlife, particularly why "everything hurts," with a focus on frozen shoulder and the impact of dropping estrogen levels. They strongly advocate for women to demand hormone testing and consider hormone replacement therapy, sharing personal experiences with estrogen and progesterone and their positive effects. Discussions on wellness routines and splurges, including supplements like B12, D3, K2, and NAD and gym memberships. The noticeable changes of shrinking height and shoe size. The reality of a social battery that drains faster with age and the shrinking of the social circle to prioritize meaningful connections. The newfound freedom of giving oneself permission to not care about certain things. A look at what actually gets better with age, with marriage being a key highlight. A new potential podcast title under consideration: "What fresh hell is this?" reflecting the surprising challenges of aging. Follow the podcast: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61569575714309 Follow Jen: https://www.facebook.com/groups/www.strongforlife Follow Bridgit: https://www.facebook.com/bstonebudd