Understanding the four stages of your cycle
❄️ Menstral phase: winter
Day 1 of your cycle is day 1 of your bleed.
How you might feel:
Introverted, quiet, introspective
What you might need:
Nourish with warming, grounding foods
Set boundaries and rest
Time for stillness and release
Emotional clear out
Journalling, light movement and meditation
🌱 Follicular phase: spring
You come out of your cocoon and start dipping your toe slowly into life again.
How you might feel:
Curious, creative
Energetic, motivated
An increase in self esteem
What you might need:
Gentle exploration and play
More movement and progression in workouts
Inner child dates
Learn something new, try new things
🌞 Ovulation phase: summer
The peak of your cycle, here's where you're probably feeling your most energetic.
How you might feel:
Sassy, glowy and sexy
Turned on by life
In the mood for pleasure and fun
Like you can do it all
🍂 Luteal phase: autumn
You start to wind down to prepare for your winter.
How you might feel:
Detached, withdrawn
More sensitive to negative thoughts/ criticism
Louder inner critic
What you might need:
Slow down
More mindful consumption
Check in with your intention
Review, thought and focus
More self care
What you might need:
Connection and communication
Prioritise fun
Productivity and new products
Intimacy and touch
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In the meantime, here is an episode from my podcast Healthier You that I’d recommend listening to…
Sarah xx
