The Refuge

He told his friend exactly what I needed to hear

He told his friend exactly what I needed to hear

He said “be present, hold her hand, rub her back.” To his friend. Not to her. This is what happens when your partner knows the script but forgets to live...

“What if it’s not just brain fog?” When memory loss signals something deeper.

“What if it’s not just brain fog?” When memory loss signals something deeper.

She thought it was just menopause. Until she forgot how to work, how to reason, how to be herself. Her story is a wake-up call for every woman who’s been...

Do I Smell Bad... or Is It Just Menopause?

Do I Smell Bad... or Is It Just Menopause?

You shower. You clean. And still, something smells off. Learn why menopause changes your scent — and what helps without harsh chemicals or shame.

Menopause Made Me Weak. Lifting Weights Made Me Powerful Again

Menopause Made Me Weak. Lifting Weights Made Me Powerful Again

You don’t need to become a bodybuilder. Just someone who’s tired of feeling tired. Discover how lifting heavier (for you) can change your body, your energy, and your relationship with...

We are the first generation to speak openly about menopause. And that changes everything.

We are the first generation to speak openly about menopause. And that changes everything.

First generation to discuss menopause openly: Unlike previous generations who suffered menopause in silence, modern women use digital platforms to share experiences, find community, and create solutions. Online forums, social...

Tired on the inside even after 10 hours of sleep

Tired on the inside even after 10 hours of sleep

Menopause fatigue despite adequate sleep: Persistent exhaustion during menopause isn't always about sleep quantity. Hormonal changes cause cellular-level fatigue as the body undergoes metabolic transformation. Women may sleep 8-10 hours...