About this episode

Victoria Brookbank discusses strategies for thriving at work during menopause.

In today’s episode, I am delighted to welcome Victoria Brookbank, a workplace wellbeing specialist and trained psychotherapist with over a decade of experience. As the founder of Minds That Work and co-founder of MenoMinds, Victoria bridges the gap between psychological expertise and corporate strategy. Victoria is dedicated to helping leaders build resilient cultures and supporting women navigating menopause in professional life. KEY TAKE AWAYS: 00:00 - Introduction and Personal Experiences 03:09 - Journey into Menopause Awareness 06:00 - Understanding Symptoms and Mental Health 09:13 - Emotional and Psychological Impact 11:59 - Community and Support Systems 15:01 - Navigating Strategies and Mindfulness 15:27 - Navigating Business Challenges and Personal Struggles 16:53 -The Golden Triangle: Self-Compassion, Community, and Gratitude 19:04 - Healthy Lifestyle Choices for Resilience 20:20 - Empowering Women Through Menopause Education 22:34 -Interactive Training and Community Support 25:19 - Strategies for Managing Menopause and Mental Health 26:42 - Embracing Change: Growth Through Menopause 29:37 - Changing the Narrative Around Aging and Wisdom USEFUL RESOURCES: Minds That Work…

People in this episode

Host: Anel Quilliam

Guest: Victoria Brookbank

Topics covered

• menopause
• workplace wellbeing
• mental health
• resilience
• support systems
• women empowerment

Keywords

• menopause
• workplace wellbeing
• mental health
• resilience
• support systems
• self-compassion
• community
• education

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Minds That Work, MenoMinds, LinkedIn

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