"The silence around menopause has to end – we deserve better information and support." – Tamsen Fadal

After 30 years as an award-winning news anchor, Tamsen Fadal experienced her menopause journey in the high-pressure, public-facing world of broadcast journalism. This sparked a complete career reinvention, leading her to become a powerful advocate for menopause awareness and workplace equality. In this candid conversation, we dive deep into Tamsen's personal transformation from experiencing hot flashes on air to producing groundbreaking documentaries and writing essential guides for women navigating this life transition. Her journey from suffering in silence to becoming a vocal champion for women's health perfectly captures what's possible when we embrace change and turn our challenges into opportunities for growth. Whether you're approaching menopause, in the thick of it, or want to better support the women in your life, Tamsen's insights will forever change how you think about this powerful life phase.

What you'll learn:

- Why understanding hormone therapy options is crucial for making informed decisions about your health

- How workplace culture needs to evolve to better support women through menopause

- The unexpected ways menopause affects your whole body—from dental health to brain function

- Why the right exercise and nutrition strategies are essential during this transition

- How to transform your mindset from seeing menopause as an ending to viewing it as an opportunity for reinvention

- The importance of breaking the silence around menopause and creating supportive communities

- Why it's never too late to pivot your career and pursue your passion

Don't miss Tamsen's groundbreaking PBS documentary, "The M Factor: Shredding the Silence on Menopause," and pre-order her upcoming book "How to Menopause"—your girlfriend-vetted guide to thriving through this transition.

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Watch the trailer for her groundbreaking new documentary on PBS: The M Factor

Follow this link to watch the documentary on your local PBS channel