Last week, I attended a powerful workshop by my friend Melissa McHenry, a Mindful Productivity Educator, on cycle syncing, and I was blown away by the material.
I’ve always known that our energy levels ebb and flow during the month, but I never realized how much we can leverage each phase of our cycle to work with our bodies instead of against them.
This isn’t just for women. It’s a powerful insight into the women in your life. Understanding these rhythms can deepen empathy and improve how you collaborate, lead, and support the women you work and live with.
Here’s what I learned:
🩸 Menstrual Phase: Rest & Reflect
This is your time for big-picture thinking. While we often focus on rest (and yes, rest is essential), Melissa explained this phase is also ideal for strategic reflection and decision-making. Your intuition is heightened—perfect for journaling, clarifying priorities, or mapping out the next month.
🌱 Follicular Phase: Brainstorm & Create
Energy begins to rise. Your creativity surges. Start new projects, brainstorm ideas, and try new habits. Avoid bogging yourself down with admin work. This is the time to play with possibilities and think expansively.
☀️ Ovulation Phase: Connect & Launch
Your energy peaks, and you’re magnetic! Use this phase to network, negotiate, collaborate, batch content, or launch products. Schedule important meetings or presentations now. You’ll naturally shine.
🍂 Luteal Phase: Focus & Finish
Often overshadowed by PMS, but this is actually a phase of deep focus and productivity. You’re more detail-oriented and task-driven, perfect for wrapping up projects, organizing, and delegating. Just avoid starting something brand new.
How to Harness Cycle Syncing
Start small. Begin tracking your cycle and notice your natural rhythms. Then experiment: schedule a few tasks that align with the phase you’re in. Over time, you’ll discover when you naturally thrive in creative work, when you’re best at strategy, and when it’s easiest to finish strong.
When you honor your body’s natural rhythms, you’re not just productive. You’re working in harmony with yourself.
And for the men reading this, understanding these phases can transform how you lead, partner, and support the women around you.
✨ Ready to create more balance and build confidence on your own terms?
Let’s explore how coaching can fast-track your success by working with your natural rhythms.
👉 Book a free coaching call today and discover the next step toward your most confident, productive life.
Lots of love,
-Anna
