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852: Pivot Point

This American Life

CHAPTER

Navigating Change: From Menstruation to Menopause

This chapter delves into the emotional and physical transformations that accompany the shift from perimenopause to menopause. The narrator shares personal reflections on aging, societal perceptions, and the bittersweet experience of their menstrual cycle coinciding with a significant life milestone. Through vivid imagery, they explore the complexities of embracing their evolving identity amid the challenges presented by this transition.

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