Our guest this week is founder of menopause support group Sister2SisterBU, Marcia Jones. 58 year old Londoner with Jamaican and Bajan heritage, Marcia is a people gatherer who loves her life and it shows! Marcia takes us through her life from a shy, introverted teenager to the self aware woman of faith that she is now. Peri-menopause left her confused with its physical and mental symptoms but, with a switch to a  listening GP and self-curated care she is now a post-menopausal gentle force. We discuss, > Self compassion and self belief. > The deafening silence of our elders. > Not all GPs are the same.  > 'Sisteraderie'! >  Diet tweaks that work And much more! Don't forget to subscribe wherever you listen or hop over to YouTube for your visual fix , and recommend to a friend (or three) who you think would enjoy this episode.  CONNECT • Marcia on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sister2sisterbu/esigns/ • Sister2SisterBU registration  • Karen on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/menopausewhilstblack/ Jiggle your bits to our Spotify Playlist Email the show: [email protected]   Places for The Joy Retreat Barbados, the worlds first retreat for Black women* in any stage of menopause are now available. April 29th - May 6th 2024. Three-month payment plan option ends 31.12.23. Like, subscribe, follow and rate Menopause whilst Black on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube. Karen Arthur is a menopause activist and campaigner and host of this podcast plus a new bi-weekly weekend radio show on Golddust radio'Can We Talk'. Listen to the latest episode on Soundcloud *We recognise that inclusive language is important in ensuring that ALL who experience menopause are seen and heard. The term ‘women’ is used whilst mindful of this. Join our mailing list:   Team MWB: Producer and Editor: Beyongolia Productions Digital design and communications: Yaa Studio Space