EP#126: Menopause, Men & Happiness PART II with Alexandra Stockwell, MD

Today's episode with Alexandra Stockwell, MD celebrates the menopausal journey, focusing on how to make this life event a gentle shift vs. an uncomfortable, jarring event. We talk to our men/partners about how to support the person going through menopause. How to keep your sex life sexy. This episode is just delicious, as all of my episodes with Dr. Stockwell are. Check out our previous episodes: ⁠HERE⁠ on Uncompromising Intimacy once you're done with this one! HERE for EP#125: Part 1 of this conversation Intro (00:00:00) The episode focuses on practical strategies for navigating menopause and maintaining a fulfilling sex life. Challenging societal conditioning and embracing menopause (00:02:00) Dr. Stockwell challenges societal conditioning and emphasizes the need to embrace the changes in menopause and sexuality. Practical tactics for navigating menopause (00:03:53) Practical advice on dealing with physical symptoms, seeking medical support, and the importance of open conversations about menopause. Support groups and resources for menopause (00:13:07) Discussion on the availability of menopause coaches, midlife coaches, and the importance of forming or joining support circles. Embracing growth and evolving through menopause (00:19:04) Dr. Stockwell discusses the importance of embracing growth and evolving through menopause, rather than resisting the changes. Seeking support and resources for menopause (00:24:31) Encouragement to seek hormonal support, challenge traditional mindsets, and access accurate scientific information on menopause. Connecting with Dr. Stockwell (00:29:32) Information on how to connect with Dr. Stockwell, including her podcast, book, and where to purchase it. The book "The Invitation: Vital Conversations about Menopause" (00:29:36) Dr. Stockwell discusses her book, its readability, and importance in starting conversations about menopause. Connecting with Dr. Stockwell (00:30:49) Dr. Stockwell shares her website and encourages interaction with her work and resources. Recommendation to follow Dr. Stockwell (00:30:55) The host recommends following Dr. Stockwell for insightful information, refreshing podcasts, and empowering advice. Empowerment through conversation (00:31:26) The impact of Dr. Stockwell's work on empowering women to have conversations about menopause and relationships. This podcast is sponsored by Coaching With Jen: ⁠https://tr.ee/Kyr1jmHC6e⁠ Follow Alexandra: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/intimacydoctor/⁠ Follow Jen: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/theopenbedroompodcast/⁠ RESOURCES: ⁠Podcast from a man about menopause⁠ ⁠BOOK: The Invitation: Vital Conversations about Menopause⁠ ⁠Book: You Are Not Broken⁠⁠ ⁠North American Menopause Society⁠ ⁠Dr Kelly Casperson⁠ ⁠Dr. Rachel Rubin⁠