The Phoenix Perspective Podcast

Have you ever noticed that a few days before your period, your self-talk turns sharp?

You question your work. Your body. Your relationships. Your worth.

In this solo episode, I share a vulnerable look into my own luteal phase — including recent cycle changes at 41, the possibility of early perimenopause, and a day when my inner critic was especially loud.

But here’s the reframe:
What if your inner critic isn’t here to destroy you?
What if she’s actually trying to protect you?

We explore the energetics of the luteal phase (your inner autumn), why self-criticism tends to peak before your period, and how boundary work — not silencing — may be the medicine.

I also walk you through the two-pen journaling practice I use to have real conversations with my inner critic instead of letting her run my life.

This isn’t about becoming perfectly positive.

It’s about building self-trust, strengthening your inner boundaries, and creating a relationship with every part of yourself — even the sharp ones.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why the inner critic gets louder in the luteal phase
• How cycle tracking helps you understand emotional shifts
• The difference between destructive self-talk and protective awareness
• A practical journaling technique to contain and work with your critic
• How self-acceptance — not suppression — creates real magic
  

Your inner critic may have wisdom.
She just needs a container.

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Thank you for listening! Remember, you are so worthy of your Vibrant Life! 💖 Kori

What happens when the place that taught you about God is also the place that harmed you?

Content Warning: This episode includes discussion of religious trauma, spiritual abuse, homicide/suicide attempt, and sexual harm to children. Please be advised.

If you suspect a child is being abused, call the National Child Abuse Hotline at 1-800-4-A-CHILD, that’s 1-800-422-4453. They are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

In this powerful and deeply honest conversation, I sit down with Prophet Harmony (@HAEtheprophet) to talk about religious trauma, spiritual abuse, and the very real wounds many women carry from church spaces.

We explore how shame, control, sexual suppression and abuse, and silencing can distort a woman’s relationship with her body, her voice, and the Divine itself.

This episode is not about bashing faith. It’s about naming harm. It’s about courage. And it’s about reclaiming your spiritual authority.

In this episode, we explore:

• How religious environments can create trauma responses in the body
• The difference between faith and spiritual control
• Sexual shame and the silencing of women’s voices
• Reclaiming your relationship with God (on your terms)
• The power of self-love after spiritual wounding
  

If you’ve ever felt shamed, controlled, or spiritually manipulated… this conversation is for you.

How to connect with Prophet Harmony:

• Follow Prophet Harmony on Instagram: @HAEtheprophet
• Check out Prophet Harmony’s latest book: Read Me For Filth: Relationships and the Bloody Trail

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Thank you for listening! Remember, you are so worthy of your Vibrant Life! 💖 Kori

Anxiety isn’t a personal failure—it’s information. 

In this episode of The Phoenix Perspective Podcast, we explore one incredibly common daily habit that may be quietly amplifying your anxiety… and why no one ever told you to look here.

Drawing from my experience as a registered nurse and womb priestess, I break down how caffeine interacts with your nervous system, hormones, stress load, and menstrual cycle—and why what once felt energizing may now feel like racing thoughts, jitters, or constant unease. 

This isn’t about demonizing coffee or forcing you to quit. It’s about body awareness, timing, and learning how to match stimulation with your actual capacity.

We also zoom out to the deeper message anxiety may be carrying: that your body is asking you to slow down, nourish yourself, and move at a more sustainable tempo—especially in a world that rewards constant pushing.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why anxiety is a signal, not a flaw

• How caffeine can amplify anxiety (especially cyclically)

• When your cycle may change how your body tolerates stimulation
• Simple, gentle experiments to reduce anxiety without going “all or nothing”
• How devotion, pleasure, and self-trust can calm the nervous system

If anxiety has been louder lately, this episode is an invitation to listen—not judge—and to begin treating your body as a teammate, not something to override.

You are worthy of a calmer, more vibrant life.

If this episode resonates with you:

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Thank you for listening! Remember, you are so worthy of your Vibrant Life! 💖 Kori

🛑 What happens when a woman stops living by the rules—and starts listening to her truth?

In this powerful and enlightening episode of The Phoenix Perspective Podcast, I sit down with Hilary Burton for a conversation about love, loss, self-worth, and reclaiming feminine power after years of suppression.

Hilary shares her journey from being a people-pleasing, over-functioning woman trapped in a marriage where she felt unseen, unsafe, and disconnected from her feminine—to a woman who learned to trust herself, honor her desires, and step fully into her power.

We explore how survival mode, perfectionism, and living in constant masculine energy can disconnect women from their bodies, pleasure, and truth—and what it looks like to come home to yourself again.

This episode dives into taboo-breaking conversations around dominance, submission, sensuality, and self-trust, while grounding them in emotional healing, nervous system safety, and embodied feminine wisdom.

We also explore cyclical living, honoring the menstrual phase, and why being fully seen in all phases of who you are changes everything—especially in relationships.

In this episode, we explore:

• The cost of people-pleasing and living disconnected from feminine power
• How loss and heartbreak can become portals to awakening
• Feminine vs. masculine energy and reclaiming self-worth
• Dominance, submission, and the healing power of embodied desire
• Why being loved for all of you—not just the “easy” parts—matters
• Honoring your body, cycles, and truth without shame

How to connect with Hilary Burton:

• Follow Hilary on Instagram: @_goddessofgreatness_
• Check out Hilary’s Podcast on Apple Podcasts: Girl, You’re a Goddess
• And if you want to hear Kori’s episode on Hilary’s show, you can listen here: Ep. 19: Cyclical Living & Period Portals with Kori Rae Kovacs

If this episode resonates with you:

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👉 Have a period or women’s health question, interested in being a guest, or have an idea for the show? Email Kori at [email protected]

Thank you for listening! Remember, you are so worthy of your Vibrant Life! 💖 Kori

😣 Your Pre-period headaches aren't random... they are messengers.

If you’ve ever noticed tension in your temples, pressure behind your eyes, neck or jaw tightness, or even full-blown migraines in the days leading up to your period, you’re not imagining it—and you’re definitely not alone.

In this Full Moon episode of The Phoenix Perspective Podcast, we’re exploring why headaches before your period are so common and how they’re often your body’s way of asking for more support—not punishment or dismissal.

These symptoms aren’t “just PMS” or something to power through. They’re patterns. And when you learn how to listen to those patterns, you can begin responding with care instead of frustration, building deeper trust with your body along the way.

In this episode, I break down three key reasons headaches tend to appear in the late luteal phase, including the natural estrogen drop before your period, increased nervous system sensitivity to stress and stimulation, and the rise of self-criticism that so many women experience during this phase.

We explore how these physical, emotional, and hormonal factors interact—and why slowing down here is not weakness, but wisdom.

You’ll also learn gentle, practical ways to support your body during this time, including nourishment, hydration, reducing intensity and stimulation, supporting your nervous system, and softening the inner dialogue that creates pressure in both mind and body.

We’ll even touch on the emotional and spiritual layer of headaches as a signal to release self-judgment and care for yourself more tenderly.

This episode is a reminder that your body is not betraying you. She’s communicating.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why estrogen shifts before your period can trigger headaches or migraines
• How stress, overstimulation, and pushing too hard amplify late-luteal symptoms
• The surprising link between self-criticism and tension headaches
• How to support your body with food, rest, movement, and nervous system care
• Why your luteal phase is a time for reflection and nourishment—not self-improvement
  

If headaches show up before your period, this isn’t something to ignore or push through. It’s an invitation to soften, listen, and respond with compassion.

Your body isn’t broken. She’s asking for relief—and she deserves it.

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Further Resources:

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👉 Have a period or women’s health question, interested in being a guest, or have an idea for the show? Email Kori at [email protected]

Thank you for listening! Remember, you are so worthy of your Vibrant Life! 💖 Kori

What happens when healing yourself disrupts everything around you?

In this powerful and candid episode, I’m joined by Julie Campione for a conversation about spiritual awakening after a toxic relationship—and what it really looks like when self-love, healing, and truth begin to change the dynamics of your life.

Julie shares her Phoenix story of navigating a controlling, religiously conditioned marriage, chronic health struggles, and the moment when choosing herself created contrast she could no longer ignore. We explore how shadow work, nervous system awareness, and spiritual healing became portals back to self-trust—and why awakening often comes in layers, not all at once.

This episode weaves together themes of shadow work, religious conditioning, pleasure reclamation, energy healing, boundaries, spiritual gifts, and community-based healing—offering both validation and perspective for women who know something in their life is no longer aligned.

In this episode, we explore:

• What a spiritual awakening can look like after a toxic relationship
• How shadow work helps uncover suppressed truth, desire, and self-trust
• The link between health challenges, boundaries, and relationship dynamics
• Why healing yourself can feel threatening to systems built on control
• How spiritual gifts often awaken through grief, loss, and liberation
• The importance of discernment, community, and safety on a spiritual path

How to connect with Julie Campione:

• Follow Julie on Instagram: @energy.revitalist.coach
• Check out Julie’s Herbal Offerings on Etsy: Revitalize Your Soul

If this episode resonates with you:

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Further Resources:

👉 Order your 2026 Cycles Journal© here: https://cyclicalroots.com/?ref=Sacredphoenix Don’t forget to use the coupon code SACREDPHOENIX to receive 10% off your purchase!

👉 Looking for a soul-aligned women’s health community? Join the Vibrant & Aligned Facebook group! Click to join: Vibrant & Aligned: Women's Hormone and Spiritual Health

👉 For cycle-centred wellness support and health coaching, apply to work with Kori, visit  Sacred Phoenix Wellness

👉 Follow Kori on Instagram: Kori Rae Kovacs

👉 Have a period or women’s health question, interested in being a guest, or want to share an idea for the show? Email Kori at [email protected]

Thank you for listening! Remember, you are so worthy of your Vibrant Life! 💖 Kori

You’re not behind, Sister. You’re following Nature’s Rhythms.

If January's resolutions felt too much for your nervous system… or if you’re already feeling the pressure to “be further along” than you are, this conversation is for you.

In today's BONUS episode of TPPP, Kori reflects on the beginning of February as a sacred in-between season — a quiet threshold between winter and spring.

We explore the ancient Celtic holiday Imbolc and why this moment matters so deeply for our bodies, our nervous systems, and our lives.

Rather than a time of full bloom or big action, this time of the year invites us into incubation, listening, and gentle preparation.

In this episode, I explore:

• Why this season feels uncomfortable in hustle-driven, patriarchal culture
• How Imbolc mirrors the tender transition between menstruation and the follicular phase in the menstrual cycle
• Why I call this vibration “Baby Bunny” energy
• How honoring this in-between phase reduces anxiety and burnout
• Simple, everyday ways to embody Imbolc without complicated rituals

We also talk about why modern culture struggles with waiting, tension, and uncertainty — and how reconnecting with the rhythms of nature helps us feel more grounded, purposeful, and aligned.

I also share a few gentle Imbolc practices you can try in real life, and extend an invitation to gather in community for a live Imbolc Celebration.

Details for the Imbolc online celebration:

When: February 1, 2026

Time: 6-7:30pm EST

Where: Online on Zoom

Get your tickets on Eventbrite HERE

Use coupon code VIBRANT26 at checkout to get your General Admission ticket for FREE!

Other Resources mentioned in this episode:

• Wild Power by Alexandra Pope and Sjanie Hugo Wurlitzer
• Kori’s Spring Energy playlist on Spotify

If this episode resonates with you:

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Further Resources:

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👉 Follow Kori on Instagram: Kori Rae Kovacs

👉 Have a period or women’s health question, interested in being a guest, or have an idea for the show? Email Kori at [email protected]

Thank you for listening! Remember, you are so worthy of your Vibrant Life! 💖 Kori

👉 Goals aren’t the only way to achieve success–You need Intention, too.

In this riff-style episode, I explore why goals alone don’t create a vibrant life—and how intention shifts you from reacting to life into consciously creating it.

If you’ve ever chosen a “word of the year” but felt unsure how to actually live it… or if you’ve been moving through your days on autopilot, this episode will bring you back into presence, purpose, and choice.

We unpack intention not as a vague concept, but as a daily practice of becoming—one that can transform your relationships, your health, and how you show up in the world. This is practical spirituality at its finest: grounded, embodied, and deeply human.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why intention works differently than goals—and why both matter
• How intention shapes your energy, choices, and identity
• Simple ways to set intentions daily, monthly, or during your bleed
• What it actually looks like to practice being patient, compassionate, or curious
• How reminders help you stay aligned when life pulls you into reaction mode
• Why a vibrant life isn’t perfect—it’s intentional
  

If this episode resonated, share it with someone who could use a little more intention and love today. And if you’re craving deeper connection, cyclical wisdom, and soulful conversations like this, come join us inside Vibrant & Aligned Facebook community.

Your vibrant life is already within you—sometimes it just takes one intentional step to remember it.

If this episode resonates with you:

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Further Resources:

👉 Order your 2026 Cycles Journal© here: https://cyclicalroots.com/?ref=Sacredphoenix Don’t forget to use the coupon code SACREDPHOENIX to receive 10% off your purchase!

👉 Looking for a soul-aligned women’s health community? Join the Vibrant & Aligned Facebook group! Click to join: Vibrant & Aligned: Women's Hormone and Spiritual Health

👉 For cycle-centred wellness support and health coaching, apply to work with Kori, visit  Sacred Phoenix Wellness

👉 Follow Kori on Instagram: Kori Rae Kovacs

👉 Have a period or women’s health question, interested in being a guest, or have an idea for the show? Email Kori at [email protected]

Thank you for listening! Remember, you are so worthy of your Vibrant Life! 💖 Kori

🤯 Perimenopause is coming. Are you ready for it?

Perimenopause doesn’t start at 50—it can begin as early as your mid-30s. In this episode, Emmie Jae and I break down what’s actually happening in your body, why emotions can feel intense or unpredictable, and how cycle syncing can become a grounding, supportive tool instead of another thing to “do right.”

We explore perimenopause as more than a hormonal transition—it’s a sacred season of letting go, redefining boundaries, and reclaiming your energy. From cycle tracking to adjusting workouts, habits, and expectations, this conversation is both practical and validating.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why perimenopause can start earlier than expected
• Common early signs of perimenopause
• What cycle syncing really means and how to start simply
• How to plan your life around your energy instead of pushing through
• Why slowing down can support your hormones
• How a cyclical approach to yoga supports your body—especially during your bleed

How to connect with Emmie Jae:

• Follow Emmie on Instagram: @flywithemmie 
• Check out Emmie’s Offerings on Linktree: FLY with Emmie

If this episode resonates with you:

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Nurse Notes: If you are over 35 and experiencing 3 or more of these symptoms, you are most likely in perimenopause: 

• New Onset heavy/longer flow
• Shorter menstrual cycles
• New sore or lumpy breasts
• New mid-sleep waking
• Increased menstrual cramps
• Onset of night sweats
• New or markedly increased migraines
• New or increased premenstrual mood swings
• Weight gain without changes to diet or activity

Further Resources:

Books referenced in this episode:

• Hormone Repair Manual by Lara Briden, ND

👉 Order your 2026 Cycles Journal© here: https://cyclicalroots.com/?ref=Sacredphoenix Use coupon code SACREDPHOENIX to receive 10% off your purchase!

👉 Looking for a soul-aligned women’s health community? Join the Vibrant & Aligned Facebook group! Click to join: Vibrant & Aligned: Women's Hormone and Spiritual Health

👉 For cycle-centred wellness support and health coaching, apply to work with Kori, visit  Sacred Phoenix Wellness

👉 Follow Kori on Instagram: Kori Rae Kovacs

👉 Have a period or women’s health question, interested in being a guest, or have an idea for the show? Email Kori at [email protected]

Remember, you are so worthy of your Vibrant Life! 💖 Kori

🧘‍♀️ You don’t suck at meditation. You just might need a cyclical approach!

Meditation isn’t meant to feel like another thing you’re failing at—or another box to check on your to-do list. And if you’ve ever struggled to stay consistent with meditation, it may not be a discipline problem at all.

It may be a cycle mismatch.

In this episode of The Phoenix Perspective Podcast, Kori explores why traditional, linear approaches to meditation don’t always work for cyclical women—and how to build a meditation practice that actually supports your body, your energy, and your inner rhythms.

Rather than forcing yourself to meditate the same way every day, this conversation invites you into a more feminine, relational approach. One that's rooted in listening, devotion, and self-trust.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why consistency doesn’t mean sameness (and why that matters for your body)
  
• How to match your meditation practice to your cycle, energy, and season of life
  
• Why a little presence is always better than none
  
• How using meditation to “fix yourself” can block its benefits
  
• A powerful reframe: Meditation as relationship, not performance
  

This episode is for you if you’ve ever struggled to sit still in meditation and you’re ready for a gentler, more embodied way forward.

If this episode resonated, share it with a woman who thinks she’s “bad at meditation” and follow the show!

Further Resources:

👉 Order your 2026 Cycles Journal© here: https://cyclicalroots.com/?ref=Sacredphoenix Don’t forget to use the coupon code SACREDPHOENIX to receive 10% off your purchase!

👉 Looking for a soul-aligned women’s health community? Join the Vibrant & Aligned Facebook group! Click to join: Vibrant & Aligned: Women's Hormone and Spiritual Health

👉 For cycle-centred wellness support and health coaching, apply to work with Kori, visit Sacred Phoenix Wellness

👉 Follow Kori on Instagram: Kori Rae Kovacs

👉 Have a period or women’s health question, interested in being a guest, or have an idea for the show? Email Kori at [email protected]

Thank you for listening! Remember, you are so worthy of living your Vibrant Life!

💖 Kori Rae