Life Is Not on Pause: Women in Kharkiv Find New Sources of Strength

Menopause does not signify the end of an active, fulfilling life. On the contrary, it can be a time of transformation, self-discovery, and new strength. At PKU’s “Life Is Not on Pause” gathering in Kharkiv, women came together to talk openly about the physical, emotional, and psychological changes of menopause.

Psychologist Nataliia Chaplyhina and gynecologist Hanna Bozhko shared practical tools and information about emotional well-being, intimate health, and managing menopausal symptoms. The gathering concluded with an art-therapy session, where participants created three-dimensional floral works as a reflection of their own strength and new beginnings.

The event was designed as a space where women could replace outdated stereotypes with knowledge, practical tools, creativity, and a renewed sense of their value.