Navigating Societal Taboos

Purchasing personal items like lubricants often comes with a sense of embarrassment, reflecting broader societal taboos surrounding topics such as sexuality and menopause. Many people buy such items alongside more common grocery items to mask the purchase, indicating an innate discomfort with openly discussing sexual health. This speaks to a cultural reluctance to engage in conversations about intimacy and its challenges, particularly as individuals age. The stigma surrounding these discussions contributes to many people's feelings of isolation and confusion during significant life transitions like menopause.