Midlife conversations don’t always have to come with a clipboard and a serious face. In this episode, we talk about why women are craving honest, real talk about midlife that doesn’t feel clinical or heavy, and why a good laugh might be the most underrated tool we have. Humor helps us recognize ourselves, open up, and remember the most important thing of all: we are not alone. The Hormonal Hangover Society started with an idea, a shared sense of humor, and no fully mapped-out plan. Along the way, we’ve made decisions, changed our minds, and second-guessed ourselves plenty. What we’re learning is that nobody has it all figured out, and success doesn’t have one fixed definition. Some days it means taking the next step. Other days it means pausing long enough to appreciate what we’ve already built. It’s an exciting time for women’s health, with conversations growing and evolving for the next generation, and we love being part of it in our own small way. Tune in for laughs, honesty, and a little reminder that it’s okay to feel settled in the unsettled, even when the algorithm never sleeps. Jen Cote and Margaret Houghton Honda, friends since middle school, are the coauthors of The Hormonal Hangover Society: New Member Welcome Book and cofounders of your favorite society that you never asked to join. Their humor-forward book offers the heads-up they wish they had about perimenopause and menopause. It is part group chat, part pep talk, with a healthy dose of sass. Together, the book and Society deliver midlife laughs, helpful tips, much-needed connection, and, most importantly, the reminder that you are not alone. Whether you are just entering the Society, an active member, or enjoying “legacy status,” the book makes the perfect milestone gift, pick-me-up, and conversation starter. No application necessary. Congrats, you’re in. Join the Society on Instagram at @hormonal_hangover and find the book at www.hormonalhangover.com. Save $5 with code HHS5. Connect with the ChangeHER Community at www.changehercommunity.com Thank you to our sponsors: Better Outside Together, www.betteroutsidetogether.com Alleva Acupuncture, www.allevaacu.com Dr. Jennifer Gorelick, www.jennifergorrelick.com Dr. Susan Trachman, author of It’s Not Just InYour Head susanbtrachmanmd.com Thank you to Varsity Sound Productions for making this podcast happen each week! Welcome to Change-HER, a podcast designed for women embracing the transformative journey through midlife. As women in our 40s, 50s, and 60s, we encounter so many changes. Menopause, careers, becoming an empty nester, retirement, or a big move are just a few major shifts we experience. ChangeHER is here to offer support, insight, and real-life stories to help you be resilient, stay healthy, and feel energized. From understanding hormonal shifts to reclaiming your vitality, we provide a space for connection, empowerment, and inspiration. Let’s embrace change together! ChangeHER is brought to you by Varsity Sound Productions and the ChangeHER Community. Website: www.changehercommunity.com Instagram: @changehercommunity LinkedIn: Stephanie Mitchell Varsity Sound Production www.varsitysoundpro.com
