What if menopause isn’t an ending, but the beginning of a powerful new chapter defined by wisdom, leadership, and a deeper understanding of yourself? In this episode of Living Engaged, host Erem Latif welcomes Dominique Debroux, wellness innovator, chef, storyteller, and producer of Wise Women – Humanity’s Untold Origins. With more than 25 years of experience in brand strategy, food, and women’s health, Dominique shares how her personal experiences with health challenges, perimenopause, and ageism led her to question conventional narratives and embrace a new path. Dominique discusses how her journey from the fashion industry into food therapy and documentary filmmaking helped her uncover a different perspective on menopause. Through her research with her husband, documentary filmmaker Chris, she explored the evolutionary science behind menopause and the potential significance of post-menopausal women’s wisdom and leadership throughout human history. Together, Erem and Dominique explore the importance of listening to your body, challenging inherited beliefs, and finding the courage to speak your mind. Dominique also shares how she adapted her wellness practices, navigated her own experiences with hormone therapy, and learned that there is no single solution that works for everyone. This conversation is an invitation to rethink how we view aging, recognize the value of women’s lived experiences, and embrace life’s transitions as opportunities for growth, self-discovery, and meaningful change. IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL DISCOVER: • Dominique’s journey from a 25-year career in fashion to food therapy, wellness, and documentary filmmaking. • How ageism and the pressures of the fashion industry influenced her decision to change direction. • The inspiration behind Wise Women – Humanity’s Untold Origins and the research challenging conventional narratives about menopause. • Why menopause may be understood as an important evolutionary transition rather than simply the end of fertility. • The connection between listening to your body, emotional expression, and personal well-being. • Dominique’s experience exploring exercise, nutrition, sleep strategies, and hormone therapy during menopause. • Why individualized approaches to health matter and why there is no one-size-fits-all solution. • How menopause can prompt a reassessment of relationships, boundaries, and long-held patterns. • The importance of speaking your mind, trusting your intuition, and embracing your authentic voice. • How women can build community, share knowledge, and advocate for a broader understanding of menopause and women’s leadership. ABOUT DOMINIQUE DEBROUX Dominique Debroux is a wellness innovator, chef, and storyteller who brings over 25 years of experience in brand strategy, food, and women’s health to the screen. As co-creator of The Wise Women Hypothesis and producer of Wise Women – Humanity’s Untold Origins, she bridges science and soul to reframe menopause as a powerful turning point in a woman’s life. EXPLORE MORE Watch or rent the documentary: https://wisewomenmovie.com/ Explore community, education, and resources: https://wisewomenforward.com/ A THOUGHT TO TAKE WITH YOU Living engaged means having the courage to question what you’ve inherited, listen to your inner wisdom, and speak your truth. Your next chapter may be the one where you finally give yourself permission to become who you really are. LEARN MORE AND CONNECT: Meet Erem Latif Living Engaged | Blog Products & Programs Signature Conversations | Speaking & Media Living Engaged | The Book Erem on Instagram Erem on LinkedIn Meet the Production Team | Dee Daniels Media Podcast & Audiobook Network FIND A FAVORITE SPOT IN THIS EPISODE: 00:00 Living Engaged Intro 01:56 Meet Dominique Debroux 02:39 Fashion Career Wake-Up Call 05:21 Health Crises and Pivot 06:57 Misalignment and Menopause Shift 10:11 Wise Women Documentary Origins 12:27 The Science Behind Menopause 15:12 Film Impact and Cultural Moment 16:45 Mission and Wise Women Forward 21:18 Rituals and Body-Led Healing 29:43 Decision Spaces and Nature 31:21 Living Engaged Defined 33:50 Where to Watch and Final Takeaway 36:15 Closing Reflection and Sendoff
