Ep 84 | Midlife Reflections: What 2025 Taught Me About Menopause, Pleasure & Aging Well

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There's something powerful about stepping across the threshold of a new year. It's a chance to honor what was, release what no longer serves, and call in what we truly want. But for that renewal to take root, it needs more than good intentions – it needs to be grounded in our bodies, aligned with how we truly want to feel.

In this intimate end-of-year solo episode of Pleasure in the Pause, host Gabriella Espinosa invites you to pause before rushing into resolutions and plans. She guides you through a reflective journey to honor what shaped 2025, release what no longer serves, and become present to what you're calling in for the year ahead.

In this episode, Gabriella shares:

• Three experiences that gave her hope about changing narratives in midlife women's health, pleasure, and storytelling

• A personal transition she's stepping into and what it's teaching her about honoring the journey and trusting wisdom

• What to pay attention to in 2026 – from women-centered longevity to sexual wellness finally being recognized as health

• Two new podcast features launching this year

• A guided reflection practice to help you choose what to carry forward and what to release

This isn't just another year-in-review. It's 30 minutes to pause, breathe, and step into this new chapter with intention, clarity, and deep self-trust.

Listen now and start the year grounded in what truly matters.

As you close out 2025 and step into the new year, remember this truth: your pleasure has no expiration date. Your body, your desires, and your wisdom matter exactly as they are right now. Take time this week to work through the journaling prompts shared in this episode — ask yourself what you're ready to carry forward and what you're ready to leave behind. Then, submit your questions for the new "Ask Me Anything" segment anonymously to hello@pleasureinthepause.com No question is too personal or too awkward — this is your shame-free space. 

Subscribe to Pleasure In The Pause so you don't miss the exciting new conversations coming in 2026, and share this episode with a woman in your life who needs permission to prioritize her pleasure and step into her next chapter with confidence.

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The information shared on Pleasure in the Pause is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider before making any decisions about your health or treatment. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the host or Pleasure in the Pause.