In this episode, Chris Gates sits down with Emma Thomas—executive coach, menopause educator, and founder of Managing the Menopause—to explore how menopause can be a gateway to clarity, recalibration, and midlife power.
Emma shares what perimenopause and menopause actually mean, how hormonal shifts impact identity, relationships, and careers, and why workplaces must move beyond policy to culture. This is a conversation about shedding what no longer serves us—and stepping into what’s next.
🧭 Topics Covered
- What perimenopause and menopause actually are
- The emotional, cognitive, and relational impact of hormonal shifts
- Why menopause is often misunderstood—even by those experiencing it
- The role of coaching in restoring confidence and resilience
- How organizations can support midlife employees with empathy and flexibility
- Menopause as a catalyst for career pivots, relationship changes, and personal power
💬 Key Quotes
- “I used to be all over this stuff. Now I’m forgetting things. I’m more anxious. I’m not feeling like myself.”
- “We find the inner strength to walk away from what no longer serves us.”
- “It’s not just a decline—it’s a gateway.”
- “One in ten women leave the workplace because they’re not getting the right support.”
- “The best organisations normalise the conversation. They build psychological safety.”
📚 Resources
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