06. What You Were Never Taught About Your Menstrual Cycle—Part 1

In this episode, Rita and Brittni break down the menstrual cycle through an Ayurvedic lens and share practical, embodied ways for how to live in alignment with each phase of your cycle.Part 1: The Follicular Phase & OvulationHighlights:Understanding the normal shifts in our physical, mental, and emotional physiology throughout the monthYour cycle is so much more than just your bleed — and how to understand it through the lens of natureWhy ovulation is the most important part (even when you're not trying to get pregnant)A deep dive into the follicular phase: changes in cognition, mood, energy, skin, and moreCervical mucus, body literacy, and why what you were never taught may have caused unnecessary shameHow to shift your exercise and creative work to align with your cycleIf you enjoyed this conversation, it would mean the world to us and help support our work if you’d like, share, leave a review, as well as subscribe to our podcast on whichever platform you use. If you’re looking for more connection or would like to support this podcast, we’d love to have you join our Patreon community. Here you’ll get bonus episodes and access to our community chat Q&A.And don’t forget to check out our Wellness Library, which is filled with self-guided classes, kitchen tutorials, herbal recipes, and more Ayurvedic practices all for just $5 a month!Patreon | Library | IG | LinkedIn | YouTubeConnect with Ritahttps://www.rhythmiclivingayurveda.com/ Connect with Brittnihttps://mountainsforbreakfast.com/