Let’s get one thing out of the way: rest is productive.
Yep, I said it. Even if the world around you is still shouting about hustle culture, “no days off,” and showing up 24/7... your body is saying something completely different, especially during the second half of your cycle.
If you’ve found yourself feeling more tired, craving cozy foods, less motivated to crush your to-do list, and longing for quiet mornings... it’s not because you’re lazy or uncommitted.
💛 It’s because your body is doing a lot behind the scenes.
The luteal and menstrual phases of your cycle are naturally slower seasons for your body. Progesterone rises and falls, inflammation can increase, and your energy dips are completely normal—not something to fight against.
For years, I pushed through. I’d ignore the signals and keep doing everything at full speed… until I hit a wall and burned out—again. But once I started learning about cycle syncing and truly listening to my body? Everything shifted.
I stopped fighting my natural rhythm and started honoring it. I gave myself more rest when I needed it, and what do you know? I felt more grounded, more steady, and even more productive during the phases when my energy naturally rose again.
Resting isn’t about giving up. It’s about giving your body what it actually needs—so it can keep showing up for you in all the right ways.
🌿 So if your body’s been asking for rest lately, give it some.
Snuggle up with a good book. Eat the warm soup. Let yourself sleep in. That’s not falling behind—it’s a beautiful, necessary part of the cycle.
Want to dive deeper into syncing your life and meals with your cycle? I’ve got a free guide to help you get started. Just click here and I’ll send it your way.
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