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In this short introductory episode, Eva and Alina lay out the groundwork for what the Stellar Cycles girls can expect in this upcoming Eat For Your Cycle Phasic Foods series! They encourage you to think about the cyclical nature of your body and how to best support it with proper nutrients at each stage you go through in a month. They speak on food energetics, micronutrients, and estrogen metabolism, as these are the building blocks when it comes to hormonal-based meal planning. Listen to find out more and get ready for our food series!

Highlights:
- difference between male & female hormone cycle
- 80/20 rule
- food guidelines
- food energetics
- micronutrients
- estrogen metabolism
- implementing little changes for big results over time
- intuitive eating
- listening to your body 

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Today Eva and Alina are joined by Katy Rose, functional medicine health & wellness coach, and host of A Smidge A Day podcast! Katy delivered a wonderful conversation on what it takes to find healing, sharing her own story of elevating herself out of her chronic conditions and having a newfound sense of what it means to be healthy and whole. Join us for this wonderful guest episode where we discuss Katy's story of healing herself, how much proper nourishment really matters in the pursuit of wellness, and what she does today to help others heal and change their lives in a monumental way.

Highlights:
- functional medicine
- chronic illness
- toxic environment
- scarcity mindset
- the power of food as medicine
- health coach
- proper lab tests
- health & wellness belief systems
- female health

Don't forget to visit Katy Rose at https://www.katyrose-coaching.com and listen to her podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a-smidge-a-day-with-katy-rose-coaching/id1656074911

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The luteal phase episode covers all that happens in our female bodies in the second half of our cycle, post-ovulation! In this phase, there is a decrease in energy and motivation, and some women may experience premenstrual syndrome (PMS) symptoms such as bloating and mood changes. The girls give more insights on managing PMS symptoms and optimizing productivity during this phase, including practicing self-care, focusing on completing tasks, and minimizing stress. Join us for an episode that emphasizes the importance of listening to one's body and needs, recognizing individual variations in the menstrual cycle, and hacking the luteal phase to make it work best for you!

 Highlights: 
- autumn 
- slowing down 
- harvest 
- decrease in energy 
- more rest & recovery 
- healthy channels for emotions 

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Welcome to the Super Bowl of your cycle, ovulation! During this phase, there is a natural increase in energy, creativity, and confidence, which can be harnessed for greater productivity and success. This week, Alina and Eva provide practical tips for planning important activities during this phase, nurturing relationships, engaging in physical activity, and practicing self-care. The episode emphasizes the importance of understanding and embracing one's menstrual cycle, specifically the ovulatory phase, and how doing so can lead to greater empowerment and success. 
Highlights: 
- ovulation 
- yang
- confidence 
- expression 
- community 
- beauty 
- connection 
- warmth 
- important or tough conversations

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Join Eva and Alina as they continue delving into the phases of the menstrual cycle with the “Spring” episode, all about the follicular phase! They break down what’s going on during this phase of your cycle and how to best use it to your own advantage — including starting new projects, engaging in self-care, eating nutrient-dense foods, and fostering relationships. The episode emphasizes the importance of understanding and utilizing the natural changes in mood and energy levels during this phase for improved well-being and productivity, as well as how to juggle all the things you have lots of energy for in this phase. 
Highlights: 
- follicular phase
- spring 
- energy increase 
- out & about 
- new everything 
- cycle tracking
- inspiring 
- enthusiasm

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The kick-off episode for the phases begins with the menstrual phase! We chose this phase to start off with because this phase also restarts your cycle at day 1. This podcast episode focuses on the bleed stage of the female cycle and provides applicable tips for managing menstrual symptoms and optimizing well-being. Eva and Alina discuss prioritizing self-care, eating nutrient-dense foods, increasing rest, and using comfortable menstrual products. The episode emphasizes the importance of recognizing and honoring the menstrual phase and highlights societal stigmas surrounding menstruation, so that we can begin to shift the conversation around this super important and necessary process. 
Highlights:
- period 
- winter 
- internal 
- reflection 
- intuition 
- preparation 
- restoration 
- hibernation
- yin energy

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In a special episode inspired by Women’s History Month, hosts Alina and Eva discuss the importance and benefits of sisterhood over superficial friendship for women to not only survive but thrive in life. Sisterhood provides a sense of belonging, support, and opportunities for growth and learning through shared experiences and perspectives. The episode highlights the value of cultivating and maintaining meaningful sisterhood relationships by actively seeking out like-minded individuals, being open and vulnerable, and prioritizing regular communication and connection. Overall, the episode emphasizes the power of supportive relationships among women for personal and professional growth and fulfillment. 

Highlights:
 - sisterhood 
- support system
- connection
- female friendships 
- female community 
- female empowerment 

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The Stellar Cycles girls are joined by their very first guest, Britni Jordan! This special episode we have for you girls is a dynamic conversation about what it means to be a working woman synced to her cycle, filled with personal testimonies. Eva and Britni discuss the earlier days of their friendship when they were all about the hustle culture, how burnout caused them to take their work lives in a new direction and recognize where their abilities lie. Alina joins in as the three discuss ways to take your life from endless hamster-wheeling to finding your natural success by way of slowing down and tuning in to your system. 

Highlights:
- female entrepreneurship
- changes in career
- clean beauty
- burnout
- following intuition
- strengths awareness

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It's episode number four, and Alina and Eva build upon last week's hormonal content to bring you an introductory overview of the 4 phases that make up the monthly female cycle. Get excited, because we build everything upon this episode from here on out! Let us show you what's unique about each phase (or week) of the month, and how this pattern reflects that of the yearly seasons as we zip around the sun. We talk about the menstrual phase, the follicular phase, the ovulatory phase, and finally the luteal phase and give a glimpse into how we will be breaking down these topics more for you girls in the future!

Highlights:
- hormonal cycle
- menstrual phase 
- follicular phase
- ovulatory phase
- luteal phase
- seasons
- diet
- exercise
- cycle syncing

Link to grab a copy of our Stellar Cycles Phasic Grocery List: 
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Our third episode covers an introduction to our wonderful female hormone system, the machine that drives our menstrual and cyclical processes. The girls go over the endocrine (hormone) system and the five zones responsible for all action: blood sugar, stress, metabolism, elimination, and reproduction. We talk about why women are seen as more emotionally volatile, and how we can harness our own waves and become more in control of our phases. We were made like this for a reason!

Highlights:
- female hormones
- stress
- blood sugar
- detoxification
- estrogen
- progesterone
- elimination
- emotions

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