Women's Moon Wisdom

I'm not sure about you, but I am such a sucker for love stories and in this episode, I’m going to share my story of how I once went on a first date - and didn’t realize it.  This episode is a bit of a more personal share and my hope in sharing this is that it’s a) entertaining b) opens you to possibilities. In my 20s, I wasn’t necessarily looking for a committed relationship.&n...

Hormone health can sometimes feel like an abstract concept..  You hear about balancing your hormones and preventing hormonal imbalances, but what does that actually look like as far as your everyday life goes.  In this episode, we're going to look at the 5 pillars to hormone balance and some practices that you can lean into today to help support your female biochemistry. As a certif...

Exercise is not just about getting healthy for health’s sake. It’s not about exercising because you think you ‘should” or your doctor told you “should”.  If that's the case, it becomes just one more thing on your never ending to-do list that you need to get done today.   Think of your movement practice as this tool to tap into your power, your inner fire, your spirit, that which all...

There are times in our life that even if we are mindful of setting boundaries we still end up with a lot on our plate.  It happens to all of us.  And when we start to take on too much and our boundaries start to get compromised, we can feel overwhelm creeping in.  And then the voice in your head starts to spiral into  ‘how am I going to get this done?  I don’t have enough...

At the time of this episode, it’s the summer solstice.  A time that often represents freedom and happiness.  It can be a time where we strengthen our friendships.  We can think of it as a time that represents optimism, positivity, hope for the future.  It represents life and the endless possibilities that await. And with all of that being said, it can be an easy time when we ge...

At the time of this episode coming out, it is a full moon and I felt called to offer this guided meditation  that can honestly, be done whenever, and is also fun to play with during your inner full moon phase.  So for those who are cycling and leaning into cyclical living, this can be a great guided meditation to use during your inner full moon phase or your ovulatory phase (roughly the...

Where does imposter syndrome sneak into your life?  Or does it?   It’s that vicious cycle that goes through our minds and is incredibly prevalent with women.   I read a study* that stated  75% of executive women report having personally experienced imposter syndrome at certain points in their career. Somewhere along the lines we were made to feel unsure...

Are you a night owl or an early bird?  As for me, I do LOVE the mornings.  There is something so sacred feeling about being awake to witness the earth waking up around you.   Taking time in the morning to start the day with a self-care ritual  gives you a sense of accomplishment and a deep sense of self-worth.   Yet, sometimes, we just need a little help in honor...

Cycles bring us into balance. And we see this reflected all around us - the growing cycle of your garden, the cycles of the seasons, the cycle of the moon, and our own hormonal cycle.  And for as much energy that we put out in being productive and getting things done, there must be the opposite energy on inward focus and self-nourishing to keep us in balance. So how do you feel grounded again...

We have all had those days where we feel like we are getting swept away by stress and anxiety. Where it seems like all of the external noise of the world echoes in our head and it’s hard to have a clear thought. Having a toolbox of self-care techniques to tap into helps you stay grounded and more capable of weathering the storms of life. There are many ways to feel grounded and in alignment with t...

This conversation with Clinal Herbalist and Integrative Health Educator, Kay'aleya Hunnybee, is full of wisdom and great resources.  Kay'aleya specializes in herbalism for menstrual, sexual, and hormonal health and is devoted in sharing tools for those with wombs to work with plant allies. We discuss how connecting deeper with the natural world just outside your door can bring about deeper re...

I received an email that through me off course a bit.  In short, the email was from a woman who is postmenopausal who used hormonal birth control and then hormone replacement therapy to bypass the 'ups and downs, pains, and hormonal storms' that go along with being cyclical.  The email was written in a way that wasn't meant to be from a place of loving kindness, shall I say. Anyways...

Shortly after I started this podcast, I received a message from a listener asking if I was planning on adding any guided meditations to the episodes. And with my background as a yoga teacher and mindfulness educator, among other things, I actually had planned on sprinkling some in for you to enjoy. And this message from a listener was just the spark I needed to motivate me to share. This meditatio...

We can probably all agree that this past 2 years, our habits have shifted quite a bit, and one thing is still certain, we are probably all pushing ourselves just as much to be productive.  It is ingrained in us to be perpetually productive - yet, it’s not sustainable at all.  Taking cues from the natural world around us shows us that even the earth rests and so should we.  So someth...

Your luteal phase can sometimes get a bad wrap, too (think PMS).  This is the time we start to turn inward and start to nourish ourselves.   And I don't blame us.   In a society that boasts networking, socializing, putting others first, it's no wonder that we tend to overextend ourselves when our biochemistry is yelling "Slow down!" What's up with my hormones now? Onc...

We're at the halfway point in your cycle and this is often your peak in outward expression!  You're probably feeling more inclined to be more visible and put yourself out there.   Even an introvert (like myself) feels a bit extra social during this phase of my cycle.  [As I text friends and family random "Hi!  How's it going?' messages] What's up with my hormones now? Your...

The follicular phase starts the first day after your period ends - the first day you are no longer bleeding. With a boost in hormones and a fresh outlook, you might find yourself saying 'Yes!' to ALL the things.   What's up with my hormones now? Estrogen & testosterone levels begin to increase. Your pituitary gland releases follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) which triggers a follicle...

So... this might be the part of your phase that you are most familiar with. It might also be the part of the phase that you feel is the most inconveniencing. I get it. Well... let's go over the 101 basics of the menstrual phase and see if you can acknowledge just how amazing your body and cycle really are! The beginning of each cycle starts the first day of your period. It's the time that we honor...

Cyclical living is the most powerful way to live in harmony with your body's natural rhythm so that you can step into the life of your dreams as the best version of yourself. Your inner cycle is your inner guidance system that guides you in making choices that give you the greatest sense of power, confidence and ease! Cyclical living means aligning your daily activities (work, nutrition, exercise,...

I was going through old school photos of myself from my prepubescent teen years. Oh my! They were cringe worthy. Mostly, because it brought back the feelings I had as an awkward teen. It also didn't help that I was a "late bloomer"! At least though, as girls we are somewhat educated on what to expect with starting a period and reaching menarche. (And yes, we can do way better with this!).  Fa...

Cyclical living changed my perspective on being a woman and how I viewed my cycle. It also equipped me with a greater understanding of my hormonal super powers. Now, I align my movement, work flow, nutrition, and even mind set to align with my hormonal strengths during each phase of my cycle. Want to learn more about cyclical living?  Check out this Free Workshop with actionable steps to live...

I'm in! Here's to a new journey ahead and why coming to a growth edge usually allows for more... growth! I'm letting this be messy in order to just start already.  Thanks for joining along on this journey. I'd love to connect with you further. Let's connect on Instagram at WomensMoonWisdom Want to learn more about what I am up to?  Head over to www.rebeccarankinyoga.com