In this episode, I sit down with Lisa Lounsbury, Certified Lifestyle, Wellness, & Menopause Coach, to talk about a topic most people haven’t even heard of: andropause.
We’ve all heard of menopause, but men experience a similar transition as testosterone levels decline with age. For farmers, this can show up in subtle but significant ways: lower energy, mood changes, or shifts in stamina that affect not just work in the field, but also relationships at home.
Lisa helps us understand how to recognize the difference between “just getting older” and the signs of andropause, why grumpiness often has a deeper root, and how ignoring these symptoms can quietly erode both health and harmony on the farm.
Together, we explore practical ways to manage these changes, from diet and resistance training to stress management and better sleep. Lisa also shares why making wellness a priority is not only about personal vitality, but about protecting relationships, improving communication, and thriving in the demanding seasons of farm life.
If you’ve ever wondered why someone you love seems more irritable, or you’re noticing changes in your own energy and outlook, this conversation offers hope, tools, and a fresh perspective.
“You don’t avoid puberty, and you don’t avoid andropause. It’s a biological transition. Once men realize this does not have to be their status quo, they can start making changes and feeling better.” – Lisa Lounsbury
Mentioned During This Episode
Resources
Elaine Froese Resources & Links
- SPEAKING – book Elaine for your next event
- COACHING – find your Farm Transition Coach
- MEMBERSHIP – Join the Farm Family Harmony Membership waitlist
- RESOURCES – download for FREE
- CONTACT – take the next steps in your transition
About Our Guest
Lisa Lounsbury is a Resiliency and Well-Being Expert, Certified Lifestyle, Wellness, and Menopause Coach, and author of Making Wellness a Priority. With over 35 years in the wellness industry, she helps organizations across high-risk sectors Bring Health to Health and Safety.
Lisa is also breaking the silence around menopause and andropause in the workplace, fostering more inclusive and supportive environments for all employees.
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Timestamps
[0:01:35] – Lisa introduces herself and her background in wellness
[0:03:46] – Discussion of andropause symptoms begins
[0:07:11] – How to validate and test for andropause
[0:12:38] – Ways to address andropause beyond testosterone replacement therapy
[0:14:48] – Nutrition and diet recommendations
[0:20:08] – Connection between andropause and mental health
[0:24:42] – Lisa discusses her book “Making Wellness a Priority”
[0:29:20] – How to find Lisa’s online resources
[0:31:43] – Closing remarks about hope and wellness
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