The Menopausal Minute

The Menopausal Minute

Why the End of the Year Can Intensify Depression...

With Menopause as the Driver

Allie Theiss, MSc CSC ABS IFN's avatar
Allie Theiss, MSc CSC ABS IFN
Dec 30, 2025
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Late December is a natural pause point. Work slows. Social obligations shift. The pace changes.

For menopausal women, this pause can amplify internal experiences.

Unprocessed grief may surface.
Identity shifts become more visible.
Comparison to past versions of yourself can feel sharper.
Expectations for happiness may clash with reality.

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