In this episode I am joined by John Merkus, host of the podcast Rise and Thrive Conversations for Greatness. John is one of the authorities on accelerated personal achievement. He is a compelling speaker on a broad range of motivation, performance, health, and productivity subjects. His presentations illustrate the essential concepts behind greater performance, increased productivity, and excitement. Coupled with a flair for entertainment and a natural ability to communicate ideas clearly to his audience, John is impacting and inspiring leaders of organizations and individuals around the globe.In our conversation, John has succeeded by all popular standards, yet is humble and unassuming. At age 23 John was a director and shareholder of a software firm which grew from small trade into a bonafide Microsoft Solution Provider within five years. In parallel with these activities beating a path of achievement from drummer, singer, songwriter, guitarist up to producer and promoter, he has left no doubt in anyone’s mind as to his desire to participate in life and experience the essence of existence. John delves into the power of acceptance as a path to a harmonious life, regardless of challenges like menopause, work, or daily routines. He shares insights from a male perspective on supporting a spouse through menopause, highlighting empathy, understanding, and not taking things too personally, as well as the importance of listening, mutual support, and the light-heartedness necessary for navigating menopause in a relationship. The episode also explores broader societal conversations on women's health and ageing, aiming to foster a supportive community for both men and women experiencing menopause.You can find John at https://www.johnmerkus.com/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/jmerkus/ Rise and Thrive Conversations For Greatness with John Merkus Podcast is available on just about all listening platforms including Apple and Spotify and well as YouTube.Recommended book, which you can find on Goodreads: ⁠Peace Is Every Step: The Path of Mindfulness in Everyday Life⁠⁠ by ⁠⁠Thich Nhat Hanh⁠Let us know if you're liking the show!Support the showMeet your Host:Mary is a Licensed Menopause Champion, certified Menopause Doula, and Woman's Coaching Specialist supporting high-achieving women to embrace their transition from peri- to post-menopause. Turn your menopause transition into a transfrmation with the Menopause Intelligence Course, an 8-module, self-paced learning journey to empower you to take agency over your health and make informed decisions with your healthcare team. Mary also guides organizations to create a menopause-friendly workplace, helping forward-thinking organizations design policies to accommodate employees at work and foster a positive and supportive culture. Click on the link to learn more 👉🏼👉🏼 https://emmeellecoaching.com/workplace Disclaimer: Information shared is for educational and entertainment purposes only and does not replace medical advice. Always consult with a healthcare professional.