Navigating Menopause: Empowerment & Change

Menopause Is Trending—and Rightfully So.

Did you know that women of menopausal age are set to become the largest growing population by 2030? That’s just six years away, according to a lecture I recently attended by The Swell and Dr. Lisa Mosconi.

Menopause is a transition filled with firsts and lasts—a cycle that forever changes us. It’s a time of navigating unknowns, much like our teenage years when we first encountered puberty.

Remember the hallways of middle school? The hushed questions and anticipatory whispers: Did you get it? Did she? Will I? How will I know what to do?

The echoes of those formative years feel eerily familiar now, as we ask: What’s happening to her? What’s next for me? Will I ever feel the same?

A Revolution of Change

Today, there are 1 billion women in menopause worldwide. This phase makes up nearly 40% of a woman’s life. That’s not just a statistic—it’s a revolution.

Unlike our younger selves, we’ve gained the gift of experience. We’ve faced the unknown, survived it, and built resilience. Now, we enter this new phase with emotional intelligence and, perhaps unexpectedly, newfound freedom.

📌 The Science of Menopause & Brain Function
One of the most misunderstood aspects of menopause is how it affects the brain. Dr. Lisa Mosconi, a neuroscientist specializing in women’s brain health, found that menopause causes the brain to rewire itself—not shrink.

Yes, hormone changes can temporarily cause brain fog, forgetfulness, and mood shifts, but research shows that the brain actually adapts and recalibrates—becoming more focused, resilient, and intuitive in the long run.

So while it may feel like everything is shifting, your brain isn’t in decline—it’s reinventing itself for a new phase of life.

Invisibility or Confidence?

At dinner with a longtime friend, we discussed the topic of invisibility. She referenced signs of change: moving up a jean size, swapping heels for clogs. She described dressing for the gaze of women her age because “nobody is looking at us.”

Yet I find myself feeling the opposite: brave, relaxed, even confident.

My body is changing—shifting toward my mother’s physique—but it feels like a badge of honor. It’s less about being noticed and more about noticing myself.

Brain fog? It’s a softening of the edges, a break from hyper-vigilance that feels almost charming. And that ease, that acceptance, is its own kind of clarity.

3 Ways to Feel More Like Yourself During Menopause

Reframe Brain Fog as a Reset
Instead of seeing forgetfulness as decline, see it as an opportunity to slow down and reset. What if this is your brain’s way of prioritizing what truly matters?

Strengthen What’s Already Working
Rather than overhauling your routine, focus on small shifts that support your energy, cognition, and mood—movement, blood sugar balance, and restorative sleep all play a role.

Stay Connected
Menopause can feel isolating, but you don’t have to go through it alone. Whether through friendships, community spaces, or a coach who understands the transition, connection can be one of your biggest strengths.

A Collective Journey

This isn’t a solitary experience. Celebrities like Drew Barrymore, Cameron Diaz, and Naomi Watts are amplifying the conversation, making the noise our healthcare system needs to hear. We are a billion women strong, navigating this phase together and reclaiming it as an opportunity for empowerment.

To support this shift, here are a few of my favorite menopause-focused, women-run wellness brands and resources:
The Swell → (Linked Here)
Dr. Lisa Mosconi’s Book, The Menopause Brain → (Grab your copy here)

What’s Been Your Experience with This?

If you’ve been navigating this transition, I’d love to hear from you:
What’s one shift that’s helped you feel more like yourself during menopause?
How has your perspective on this phase evolved?

Jessica@jessicamoriber.com Hit send—I’d love to hear your thoughts.

With you every step,
Jessica