Episode Summary: In this episode, we explore the power of menstrual cycle awareness and how tuning into your natural rhythms can transform creativity, productivity, and relationships. Whether you have a cycle yourself or love someone who does, understanding these patterns can bring more ease, compassion, and flow into everyday life.

I’m joined by menstrual mentor Sophie Willow , who shares insights on the Inner Seasons of the Menstrual Cycle—your personal guide to navigating the rise and fall of hormones throughout the month. By recognizing the unique strengths and challenges of each phase, you can work with your cycle instead of against it, making life feel more intuitive and aligned.

• Sophie Willow's links (linktree)

The Inner Seasons of the Menstrual Cycle: Each menstrual month mirrors the cycles of nature, with four distinct phases that bring shifts in energy, focus, and emotional landscape:

Winter (Days 27-5 approx.) ❄️

• Characteristics: Detachment, stillness, effortless presence, restoration, acceptance, inner connection, guidance and instruction.
• Best for: Rest, deep reflection, visioning, journaling, slow creativity.

Spring (Days 6-11 approx.) 🌱

• Characteristics: Innocence, curiosity, tenderness, playfulness, surging energy, possibility, desire.
• Best for: Trying new things, brainstorming, building momentum, setting intentions.

Summer (Days 12-19 approx.) ☀️

• Characteristics: Outward focus, high energy, taking charge, visibility, gratitude, pleasure, charm, connecting with others.
• Best for: Socializing, performing, executing plans, public speaking, launching projects.

Autumn (Days 20-26 approx.) 🍂

• Characteristics: Discernment, insight, saying ‘no,’ critical perspective, taking responsibility, editing, channeling, losing it.
• Best for: Refining ideas, deep work, setting boundaries, evaluating progress.

By recognizing and embracing these shifts, you can cultivate a deeper connection with yourself and others, allowing for a more intuitive and sustainable approach to work, relationships, and creativity.

Resources Mentioned:

• An Introduction to the Inner Seasons – Sophie Willow
• Sophie Willow's links (linktree)
• Wild Power: Discover the Magic of Your Menstrual Cycle

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Until next time—keep loving, trust the process, and let your inner rhythms inspire your artistic spirit. ✨

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Happy New Year, my beautiful, creative souls!

Let’s kick off 2025 with a playful, inspiring dive into how music can be your secret weapon for creativity, healing, and manifestation. From mood-shifting playlists to nostalgia-fuelled walks and genre-hopping for fresh ideas, we’re exploring the magic of music as a tool to supercharge your life and creative process this year.

Ready to infuse your creativity with music? Hit play and let’s make 2025 our most inspired year yet!

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Until next time, keep loving, trust the process, and let the music inspire your artistic spirit!

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Episode 8: Slow the Fuck Down, Baby! The Radical Art of Slowing down...

In a world that glorifies hustle and busyness, Jo takes a radical stance in this episode: slowing down isn’t a luxury—it’s a necessity. She reflects on the unspoken pressure to measure our worth through productivity and how embracing a slower, more intentional pace can lead to deeper joy, connection, and creativity.

✨ What if slowing down didn’t stop the magic but revealed it? ✨

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❤️🔔❄️🎄☃️ WISHING YOU A PEACEFUL AND JOYFUL HOLIDAY SEASON! 🎄🍪🎅❤️

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Episode 7: Step Into The Light: Your Voice is Beautiful, and I Want to Hear It!

In this empowering episode, Jo dives into finding, trusting, and celebrating your voice—through words, music, art, movement, or just being - in daily interactions. She explores the importance of self-expression and curiosity, the courage to discover yourself and share your truth, and how embracing your unique voice can spark connection, inspire others, and elevate your life.

Are you ready to let the world hear you? 🌈

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❤️🔔❄️🎄☃️ AND... MERRY CHRISTMAAAAAAAAAS!!!!!!!!!!! 🎄🍪🎄🎅❤️

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In this episode, get ready for a pep talk! Jo brings up the energy levels to help you embrace where you are right now and give your creativity a boost. No waiting for the “perfect time” or the new year to come in—this is your moment to reboot and refresh your creative life.

🎙️ Need encouragement or a push to reconnect with your creativity? Tune in for powerful insights, an energy boost, and actionable ideas to reignite your creative fire!

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In this episode, Jo dives into the ever-changing rhythms of life and creativity through the metaphor of seasons. She explores how the external seasons, such as summer, autumn, winter, and spring, can mirror the cycles we experience internally in our creative lives and personal growth.

Jo discusses the idea of honouring the season you’re in, whether it’s a time of high energy and productivity or a period of introspection and rest. By syncing your creative flow with the season of life you're experiencing, you’ll find a deeper connection to yourself and your creative process.

🎙️ Feeling out of sync with your creativity? Tune in for insights, practical tips, and a fresh perspective on how to flow with life's ever-changing rhythms—because when we honour our seasons, life and creativity thrive in harmony.

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Episode 4: All Things Love: I love Love! And I Love You, Even If We Haven't Met Yet! 💘

In this heartfelt episode, Jo opens up about the depth of love—from the romantic kind to the love you can nurture in friendships, family bonds, and, most importantly, for yourself. With a creative lens, she explores how love fuels everything we do in life, sparking inspiration and joy in ways that drive us forward in our creative journeys.

She shares the powerful connection between love and creativity, and how we tap into an endless well of inspiration when we truly love ourselves and others. 🎙️ Listeners are invited to reflect on their relationship with love—do you feel truly loved? Supported? Fulfilled in your connections with others? Tune in for insights, thoughtful exercises and gentle reminders to reconnect with love and creativity, even in the smallest of ways.

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In this episode, Jo delves into the power of momentum—how it can build, shift, and even stall. Drawing from her journey with filmmaking, she opens up about the highs of being "in the flow" and the struggles of creative stagnation. But momentum isn’t just for artistic projects—it impacts all aspects of life, from our daily routines to our most ambitious dreams. 🎬✨

Jo shares insights on nurturing momentum, including the often-overlooked importance of rest, gentleness, and the boundaries we set for ourselves. She also reflects on how moments of stillness can lead to stronger bursts of inspiration and action. 🌸

But how do you sustain momentum when it seems elusive? And what steps can you take to keep that spark alive, even on the hardest days? Jo offers thought-provoking questions and actionable tips to help you find your rhythm and harness the energy you need to stay on track. 🎙️

Curious to learn more? Tune in for a thoughtful conversation about building momentum in your own life—whether it's a creative project, a personal goal, or just staying inspired daily. 🌿

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Thank you! I love you! See you in the next episode! 🎙️✨🌱

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