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Passion Doesn’t Retire at Menopause — It Just Gets Wiser

Mary S. Cooke
6 min readFeb 16, 2025

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Rewriting the Narrative on Sex, Love, and Intimacy After Menopause

For far too long, menopause has been painted as the final chapter of a woman’s sexual and romantic life. The mainstream narrative suggests that once menopause hits, passion flickers out like a dying flame. But here’s the truth: passion doesn’t retire at menopause — it just gets wiser.

Menopause isn’t the end of intimacy. In many ways, it’s a new beginning — one where wisdom, confidence, and self-awareness take center stage. It’s time to shift the conversation and celebrate the vibrant, fulfilling relationships that flourish in this phase of life.

Let’s break the myths, embrace the facts, and redefine what passion looks like after menopause.

The Myth: Menopause Kills Passion

One of the most persistent myths surrounding menopause is that it signals the end of a woman’s sexual desire and romantic enthusiasm. Many women are led to believe that their bodies are “shutting down” and that intimacy will inevitably fade away.

But this belief isn’t just misleading — it’s harmful. It creates unnecessary fear, shame, and a sense of loss for something that isn’t actually lost.

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Mary S. Cooke
Mary S. Cooke

Written by Mary S. Cooke

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