Flow smarter: Work with your period, not against it

             Written by: Mantasha

19 June 2025

During your period (days 1–7), hormone levels drop, which can lower your energy and focus. It’s a good time to rest, take it easy, and focus on gentle self-care.

Low-Energy Lift

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In the follicular phase (up to around day 16), your energy and focus start to rise. This is a great time for creative thinking, learning new things, and handling challenging tasks.

 Recharge & Plan

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Around ovulation, your energy, confidence, and social skills are at their best. It’s the perfect time for meetings, teamwork, and taking the lead.

Peak Power & Presence

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During the luteal phase (just before your period), your body slows down, and you may feel more calm and reflective. It’s a good time to focus on simple tasks like organizing, editing, or light planning, and avoid high-stress work.

Wind Down & Reflect

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Eating healthy, nutrient-rich foods can help reduce period symptoms. Choose anti-inflammatory foods, iron-rich meals if your flow is heavy, and calming snacks before your period.

Eat for Your Mood

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Don’t underestimate stress—it can delay your period via cortisol’s interference with reproductive hormone release. Prioritize stress relief to keep your cycle regular.

Stress Affects Timing

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Adopting a cycle-syncing mindset helps you honor your body’s natural rhythm, ditch the stigma, and optimize productivity, wellbeing, and intuition—each phase bringing its own strength.

Mindful Menstruation Is Empowering

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You don't need a total lifestyle overhaul—simple adjustments like timing your meetings, workouts, and meals around menstrual phases can transform both your performance and your period experience.

Small Shifts, Big Payoff

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