Most men don’t crash into midlife.

They drift into it.

Quietly.

Restlessly.

Often without language for what’s changing inside them.

In this grounding episode, Russell shares the story of his own midlife shift—not as a crisis, but as a slow turning of the soil. He explores what it feels like to outgrow old roles, how silence becomes a habit, and why naming our inner change is the first step toward becoming a steadier partner.

This episode is for the man who feels something shifting under his ribs…

and for the partner who’s been sensing it all along.

In this episode, Russell introduces listeners to the podcast, "Connected Through Change: Men Supporting Menopause". He explains the mission to provide men with an understanding of menopause and how it impacts relationships. The conversation covers the need for open communication, the emotional and relational challenges during menopause, personal anecdotes from Russell's experience, and a reflection on the importance of support between partners.