(Apologies for the background noises in the beginning of the episode - this is the first ep recorded while we’re living on the road - my family were outside the caravan & you can also hear the Corellas which were very active where we were staying!).
“Honouring your bleeding time in whatever way you can is part of the spiritual practice of menstruation.” — Jane Hardwicke Collings
It sounds beautiful in theory. But what does that actually look like in real life?
In this episode of Seasons of You, we explore how to honour your menstrual cycle when life doesn’t pause for your bleed. Because while the idea of slowing down during menstruation is often shared in cyclical living spaces, many women are navigating motherhood, work commitments, relationships and responsibilities that don’t simply disappear when their period begins.
After inviting my Instagram community to share their questions and experiences, three themes kept appearing again and again: kids, commitments and relationships.
Together, we explore how menstrual cycle awareness can become a practical, supportive tool for modern life, rather than an idealistic concept that only works in perfect circumstances.
In this episode, we talk about:
• Honouring your bleed while parenting and caring for young children
• Navigating work, responsibilities and commitments during your menstrual phase
• Gentle ways to slow down when life doesn’t allow complete rest
• Communicating your needs to partners and the men in your life
• Releasing the pressure to “do cyclical living perfectly”
• Understanding that every menstrual cycle can feel different
We also explore the idea that cyclical awareness is not about rigid rules or expectations, but about meeting yourself with compassion and responding to the season you are in right now.
If you’ve ever wondered how to practise menstrual cycle awareness while juggling real life responsibilities, this conversation will offer grounded encouragement and practical reflections.
And if this episode resonates with you, Seed is the next step — a gentle space where we explore cyclical living more deeply and learn how to align with your natural rhythms throughout the year.
If you want to join the Cozy Cycles Corner, I’d love to have you in that free space where I share weekly cycles guidance on Instagram in a closed channel.
If are keen for some integration support working with me 1:1 to personalise the advice I’ve given here in this episode please DM me and we can chat about the options for Germinate - 3 days or 2 weeks of guidance from me.
Come and let me know your biggest takeaway or “a-ha” moment from this episode 🫶🏼 https://www.instagram.com/blossomingwithsarah/
Disclaimer: This podcast is a space for sharing personal stories, experiences and inspiration. It’s not medical or professional health advice. By listening, you accept full responsibility for how you choose to use or apply any of the information shared. Take what resonates, leave what doesn’t. You are a sovereign being: always follow your heart and choose what feels best and true for you.
Keywords: menstrual cycle awareness, honouring your bleed, menstrual phase, cyclical living for women, slow living, menstrual cycle support, motherhood and menstruation, living in rhythm
Music: Intro and outro music is Reflection by All Good Folks - accessed through Uppbeat - I thank the artist for their beautiful gift to the world.
Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/reflection
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