Cycle Syncing with Leisha Drews
Today, we’re diving into a powerful but rarely talked-about topic: tracking your menstrual cycle as part of your business strategy. No, this isn’t just another health hack; this is about syncing with your natural rhythms to enhance your productivity, creativity, and impact as a Boss Mom on a daily basis.
I’m thrilled to introduce Lisha, our guest expert who’s passionate about helping women understand their cycles so they can work with their bodies rather than against them. She’ll share insights on how to notice your cycle’s influence on energy, mood, and focus—tools that every Boss Mom should have in her toolkit.
Why Tracking Your Menstrual Cycle is a Game Changer for Business
As moms and entrepreneurs, we juggle a lot—kids, schedules, the unexpected—and, on top of it, our own monthly rhythms. At Boss Mom, we celebrate those natural cycles. Tuning into your cycle can feel like an untapped superpower, giving you extra clarity and control over how and when you show up in your business.
Many of us were never taught to pay attention to our cycles in a way that supports our work lives. But when you track your menstrual cycle and understand each phase, you can harness those natural changes to boost your productivity and find more balance.
The Four Phases of Your Cycle and How They Affect Your Business
Your cycle moves through four distinct phases, each bringing its own vibe and energy. Here’s how each phase can impact how you feel, think, and show up for your business:
- Phase 1: Menstrual Phase (Days 1-5)
This is your body’s time to recharge. With estrogen and progesterone levels at their lowest, you may feel a natural pull to rest and reflect. Use this time for big-picture planning, assessing your goals, or brainstorming fresh ideas. Research even shows that your brain’s hemispheres communicate best during this phase, making it ideal for high-level thinking.
- Phase 2: Follicular Phase (Days 6-14)
As you transition from your period, estrogen levels rise, giving you an energy boost and creativity surge. This phase is great for diving into projects, planning, and building momentum on new ideas. You’ll feel naturally more confident, social, and ready to take on high-energy tasks—perfect for pitching ideas or connecting with clients.
- Phase 3: Ovulation (Around Days 15-17)
Ovulation is the peak energy phase, with estrogen at its highest. You’ll feel vibrant, social, and articulate, making this an ideal time for launching projects, public speaking, or handling tasks that require confidence and creativity. It’s a perfect phase for networking, creating content, and executing your biggest ideas.
- Phase 4: Luteal Phase (Days 18-28)
Following ovulation, estrogen dips, and progesterone rises, which can make you feel more focused and detail-oriented. This phase is great for wrapping up projects, handling administrative tasks, and taking a more analytical approach. You may need a bit more rest during this phase, so give yourself permission to slow down and recharge.
Embracing Your Cycle as a Business Superpower
We’re often told to “push through” or treat our cycles as a problem to fix. But what if, instead, you used those rhythms to your advantage? Tracking your menstrual cycle and aligning your work with it can help you reduce burnout, stay balanced, and find more joy in what you do.
When you work with your cycle, you’ll feel more in tune with yourself and your goals, creating energy for what matters most—your family, your business, and your wellbeing.
Why Birth Control Isn’t Always the “Quick Fix”
If you’ve ever been told to “just go on birth control” to manage symptoms like cramps or mood swings, you’re not alone. The mainstream approach often labels hormones as “problems” that need controlling. But here’s the truth: our hormones are assets, not annoyances.
Lisha believes in seeing hormones as natural strengths. Birth control can quiet certain symptoms, but it doesn’t address the root cause. Hormones are vital, impacting not only reproduction but also our creativity, resilience, and overall health.
Going Beyond Symptoms to the Root Cause
Lisha’s approach focuses on uncovering root causes like blood sugar, metabolism, liver health, and daily stress. Chronic stress, for example, sends our bodies into “protection mode,” which can trigger symptoms like fatigue and mood swings. By addressing these foundations, you support a smoother, more balanced cycle.
Listening to Your Body’s Signals
The big takeaway? Our bodies are designed to work with us. When we listen to, respect, and align with our natural rhythms, amazing things happen. Syncing with your cycle could be the productivity hack you didn’t know you needed.
Guest Bio
Lisha is an RN and holistic hormone coach passionate about empowering women to understand their cycles, so they can feel energized, balanced, and free from PMS. She’s the host of the Happily Hormonal Podcast and a mom of three. When she’s not talking hormones, she’s planning adventures or enjoying the sunshine.
She is a mama of 3 and host of the Happily Hormonal Podcast, and when not talking about hormones can be found planning an adventure or enjoying the sunshine. Follow Leisha on Instagram.
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