This episode is a discussion about the seasons analogy of the menstrual cycle. We first heard this analogy on a fantastic episode of the Deliciously Ella podcast with Maisie Hill and later did some further research reading Maisie Hill's book and blog. This chat follows on from that, so we recommend checking those resources out first!

We both find cycle tracking to be insightful and empowering, as well as treating ourselves with more kindness and understanding as a result, so we really wanted to share our thoughts and experiences with you in the hope that it will help you get to know yourselves - and those around you - better. 

We are not professionals in this area so the following discussion is purely anecdotal. Our aim is to share resources that have really helped us and discuss our own experiences as it can be truly empowering to understand your body, your cycle and its effect on your mental health.

We chat about:

We're not crazy - we're cyclical beings!

We really recommend reading this blog post from Maisie's website. We mentioned an episode from the Shelf Help podcast with HEAL creator Kelly Noonan Gores - you should definitely check it out!

Connect with us: @chrysalisconnection  on Instagram for original content, about us and events) or email us at [email protected]

Original music by David Greenwood 2020. Edited remotely by Adam Lawrance. www.adamlawrance.co.uk/

In this double episode it’s time to get to know Katie and Lauren a little more. They discuss the power of uplifting female friendships and tell the story of how their paths crossed.

In chapter 2, we talk about:

Please note that as this episode was recorded remotely, at times the audio isn’t top quality.

Connect with us: @chrysalisconnection on Instagram or email us at [email protected]

Original music by David Greenwood 2020.

Edited remotely by Adam Lawrance. www.adamlawrance.co.uk/

In this double episode it’s time to get to know Lauren and Katie a little more. They discuss the power of uplifting female friendships and tell the story of how their paths crossed.

In chapter 1, we talk about:

Please note that as this episode was recorded remotely, at times the audio isn’t top quality.

Connect with us: @chrysalisconnection on Instagram or email us at [email protected]

Original music by David Greenwood 2020.

Edited remotely by Adam Lawrance. www.adamlawrance.co.uk/

Friends Lauren and Katie chat about what moving abroad has been like for them both. Sharing stories, laughing about the mistakes and exchanging advice they'd give to someone making the move to live in a different country.

In the second chapter, they talk about:

- the biggest (and funniest) mistakes when speaking other languages [explicit content]

- getting in the arena, Brené Brown style

- getting out of our heads and being present

- asking for help, and accepting it when it's offered

- practical tips for living abroad (learn from our mistakes!)

- why making your house your safe haven is important

- missing out on things, and having to accept that

- how speaking another language can help our mental health

We quoted: Miriam Adney and Ijeoma Umebinyuo

Connect with us: @chrysalisconnection on Instagram or email us at [email protected] 

Original music by David Greenwood 2020. 

Edited remotely by Adam Lawrance. www.adamlawrance.co.uk/  

As this episode was recorded remotely, at times the audio isn’t too quality.

Friends Lauren and Katie chat about what moving abroad has been like for them both. Sharing stories, laughing about the mistakes and exchanging advice they'd give to someone making the move to live in a different country. 

In the first chapter, they talk about:

-making the decision to move abroad

-being in the flow and following intuition

-poignant moments

-making friends in a new country

-destiny and finding our place in the world

-being an outsider

-building bridges

In this sneak peek Katie and Lauren pop up to tell you who they are, why they’re here and what to expect in season one of Chrysalis Connection.

Original music by David Greenwood 2020.