Cycles of Metamorphosis

There's a key difference between cycle awareness and cycle syncing, and it comes from how you feel within each framework. Cycle syncing is a more structured approach, yet by its very nature, the menstrual cycle is more of an embodied choreography than a rigid recipe . I believe that's why more are turning to 'cycle awareness' and in this audio I'll share: -How I transitioned fr...

Coming off hormonal birth control? Here's what to expect from this hormonal recalibration. In this updated episode, I'm walking you through what happens when you stop hormonal birth control. From irregular cycles and acne to mood shifts and preparation for pregnancy. We'll talk about: -Why your cycle may feel chaotic at first, and what to keep an eye out for from months 0 to 6. -Common...

Working with the moon's energy cycle to cycle is simpler and more practical than you may think. After living this practice for several years, I'm finally ready to share it with you. In this episode, I lay out exactly how I use the New Moon as a marker of time and how it propels me forward month by month. It's not empty words, it's intention setting that when done correctly evolves...

It's officially fall! Join me while I unpack some of this season's energy, and how to begin making the most of it. We'll talk about... -Thinking about your life in a seasonal context, why is this helpful? And what exactly does this season of fall brings to us and those around us. Recognizing that a TRANSITION is occurring is a simple yet powerful guide as we walk through this portal. -...

In this episode, I sat down for a conversation with a member of my community who came off of the birth control pill and dove (cautiously) into the world of fertility awareness. Carly was having multiple health issues, and she knew the pill wasn't serving her anymore so she made the bold decision to learn how to track her cycle with the Sensiplan method. What started with structured learning tu...

Hello, we're back! Just in time for the astrological new year. The themes of this episode have been coming up strong for me in the last few months. Here's what you can expect to hear about in this episode... Spring marking a new beginning for growth and projects. Nutrition, and how it plays a crucial role in women's health and hormonal balance. Many women struggle with their relationsh...

Cycles of Metamorphosis is back. this episode is a seasonal one meant to help ground you in to the season of winter or death, and rebirth. it's also about making the most of the holiday seasons. bullet points of the episode, in order from start to finish: i open with a bit about this episode's inspiration -timeline check: embracing fall/winter & its seasonal shifts in our day to day -one big t...

Most of us have had the experience of growing up in the dark when it comes to how our bodies work , and specifically, how pregnancy works. My guest in this episode, Cecilie, is a certified fertility awareness method teacher and cycle coach who is passionate about helping women learn to manage their fertility naturally. However, to do this, we must first acknowledge the deep fear and shame that can...

Before I committed to tracking my cycle and acquiring more body literacy, I had an entire career as a small business owner. Looking back, I can see how NOT paying attention to my body was a systemic way of operating - and it impacted me in life, and business. I reflect today on what I no longer do since learning to tune in with my natural hormonal cycle, and make connections to how my past experie...

There is no use in denying how uncomfortable it is for so many of us to slow down. Often, we don't even realize we are doing it - distracting ourselves from feeling what we feel. In this episode, we discuss: -Navigating chronic fight or flight mode, how we get into it, and how we get out of it. -Why ignoring our menstrual cycle is a symptom of the larger cultural issue, and some common ways we...

This episode is an invitation to think about how chasing perfection keeps us stuck in a state of analysis paralysis, especially when it comes to being on our health journey and wanting to feel better in our bodies and minds. We are constantly inundated with messages about what we 'should' do - and to find out what's actually right for us, we need to be in the driver's seat listenin...

Being cyclical is like riding a roller coaster - really high highs, and low lows, every. single. month. It can be difficult and disorienting to navigate these shifts, especially as we do our best to exist in a linear world with little space for different ways of being. In this episode, I discuss: -How it is SUCH a stark difference between our 'full' and 'new' moon cycle halves -How...

Luteal Phase aka the PMS phase. "If I could just make this time of my cycle go away, that'd be great." I'm here to offer the perspective that even this time of challenges offers us many gifts, we simply need to be open to receiving them. Listen in as we discuss what happens in the Luteal Phase, and why the ups and downs of the menstrual / ovarian cycle are so pivotal. Are you new...

Why is our 'inner summer' oh, so fleeting? Contrary to popular belief, pregnancy is only possible for 3-7 days out of the month, which also happens to be when your body gets motivated to make a baby. I cover what we can expect to feel in our ovulation phase, as well as the timing of what is happening hormonally. Around the 28 minute mark, I get in to some discussion about the viral meme, m...

Follicular Phase comes after Menstrual. It's named for the follicles of your ovaries as they begin to prepare to swell and release an egg. It's generally a time of renewed optimism and energy. In this episode, I talk about what Follicular time feels like to me and how you can start to identify what it's like to transition into it. Around the 6 min. mark I discuss how to use Follicular...

Menstrual Phase is a time of deeper intuition and spiritual insight. Are you taking advantage of this gift, or missing it completely? This is part 1 of a 4 part deeper dive into the four phases. In this episode, I walk us through the benefits of menstruation, what is happening hormonally, your period as your fifth vital sign, and some lifestyle tips to help you have a better bleed. https://www.the...

Cycles are a part of our daily lives, whether we recognize it or not. If we struggle to see how what we're facing plays in to the larger whole of the collective and our purpose, we're going to feel lost, and depressed. When we begin to re-orient to the earth's cycles, different seasons of life, and the cycles of our body, we create greater purpose and meaning in our lives. In this &#39...

Have you ever really thought about a Menstrual Cycle in its entirety? When I was younger, I thought a period was just that. A period. It wasn't until I was introduced to the other 3 phases of my cycle that I realized what a powerful thing it could actually be. Join me for an overview on the four phases, as I share about ways to track your cycle as you move through hormonal high's and lows....

Welcome to Cycle of Metamorphosis. In this introductory episode, I share what cyclical living is and why I believe it is a vital piece of one's journey to self-love, growth, and inner strength. Unfortunately, there are no classes or instruction on "Cycles 101" when we're trying to navigate having a monthly period. The pattern we see repeated time and time again is seeing young gi...