When you get to know someone, you usually only see the current chapter and not the whole story. For Kerstin, the first chapter was a funny conversation about our very similar hair color at an event. And the fact that we both love our gray hair very much.
On Instagram, Kerstin shares her “Menopause Real Talk” as Madame Pixie, which includes completely different chapters, happy and difficult, always very real and relatable, always very loving with regard to life and the people who appear in it. While I talk about make-up, she talks about perimenopause, hormone therapy and mental lows. And manages to display a lightness that immediately captivates me. I’m looking forward to the next event, dear Kerstin!
How old are you really?
I am 52, but depending on the day, I feel like a teenager or like an old man.
Are you living a healthier life today than you did before?
Absolutely! I decided to show my body some love and have largely avoided sugar and cow’s milk for years and have separated myself from people who are not good for me.
What did you start again after 50?
Oh, I’ve started a lot of things! I’m exercising regularly again, I’m working out very intensively with my spiritual side and I’ve breathed new life into my Instagram account by talking about myself and my experience of menopause
What did you stop doing?
to dye hair!!!
Have you ever not bought a piece of clothing because you thought it wasn’t appropriate for your age?
Yes, recently I held a crop top in my hands, I thought it was great, but I didn’t feel comfortable in it and thought that my belly should be private property by now🙃
Who or what inspires you?
I am inspired by cool women who are confident about their age, like Meryl Streep!
Which song do you sing along to?
“In my memory” by Silbermond and “in my life” by Nena 🥰
You are never too old to…
… to start over!!!
Do you need more make-up and tinsel today than before?
No, I don’t need more makeup, but I definitely need more time in the bathroom!
What will still be hanging in your closet when you’re 90?
A beautiful cardigan!
Three facts about you that nobody would suspect?
I can wiggle my ears, love Heinz Erhardt films and poems and would love to be able to play the guitar.
Do you own a t-shirt of your favorite band?
No, unfortunately not!!! I was at a Pink Floyd concert in Cologne more than 30 years ago and wanted to buy one, but I didn’t have enough money with me.
What time do you get up in the morning?
At 5:45 AM!!!
What can you do without?
On people who are not well-disposed towards me and are not good for me.
What shoes would you like to be buried in?
No shoes, preferably barefoot with nicely painted toenails, preferably red or blue!
