Moon Phases & Feminine Power: Your Weekly Cycle Sync | Waxing Moon Expansion: Why Growth Feels Overwhelming (and What Actually Supports It)

This week, we attune to the Waxing Moon — a phase of expansion, momentum, and visible growth.If life has been speeding up…If more opportunities are arriving…If things you’ve been calling in are finally showing up…And you feel both excited and overwhelmed…You’re not doing it wrong.In this episode, Riva explores the hidden truth about growth: expansion without support can create overwhelm.Drawing from polyvagal theory, attachment research, neuroscience, and nature, she explains:Why overwhelm often isn’t a sign of incapability — but insufficient infrastructureHow hyper-independence forms as a trauma responseWhat the brain teaches us about sustainable growthWhy co-regulation and perceived support directly impact cortisol and stress resilienceThis episode is especially for the high-functioning woman who can handle everything… but doesn’t want to keep carrying it alone.Donation-Based Trauma-Informed Somatic Meditation to Support You This Week 🤲🏼🌹Sensing The Support - 5-Minute Daily Somatic PracticeSensing The Support - 15 Minute Daily Somatic PracticeSend us Fan Mail Our intro and outro song, Reclamation (Reborn), is an anthem of remembering.This song was created as a companion for the healing journey, especially for women reclaiming their voices, their rhythms, and their belonging in a world shaped by patriarchy.You’re invited to listen, feel, and let the music meet you wherever you are.Looking for support? Here's how to go deeper:Book a Somatic Assessment: Your 75-min 1:1 virtual session to explore what your body is holding and shape a personalized care plan. Book HereFree Trauma Recovery Mini-Course: A self-guided intro to trauma recovery and nervous system care. Download Here1:1 and Group Support: Virtual and in-person offerings. Learn MoreMeditations on Insight Timer: Guided practices for nervous system regulation. Listen HereWatch Reclamation: A music video and expressive arts project. Watch HereFollow on Instagram: @healingherstorypodcastSubscribe so you never miss an episode. Email [email protected] or DM @healingherstorypodcast on Instagram.