My Moondays

Menstruation in the United States has always been a hush- hush topic.  “Don’t talk about it too much, get over it and go on with your life” is what society seems to be telling us.  We’re here to say, “Hold on!   That’s not quite how it’s going to be anymore.”  Our monthly cycle is part of this earthly life; we are intricately tied with nature.  The relationship runs deep. Humanity depends on us to perpetuate itself.  There should be absolutely no shame around the cycle that makes this possible.  As women, we deserve to honor and celebrate this part of our lives.

At least 60% of women suffer from some level of menstrual discomfort.  This dis-ease we experience can be somewhat relieved by taking the time to address it.  If we try to suppress or ignore it, the repercussions can come back to haunt us.  Our disengagement with menstruation can result in a myriad of feminine ailments.  Let us reconnect to this beautiful part of our lives and have it empower us, period!  Turn your moon time into a period of personal growth, healing and re-charging.  Know that this is not selfish.  When a woman heals within, she spreads that healing energy to others.

 
Relax

Our bodies go through significant physical and hormonal changes during our moon times. Don’t fight it. Relax! Take some time out.

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Decorate

Make a special “living womb” space to cocoon yourself.  Light candles, lay out a special rug or throw.  Adorn yourself with henna tattoos, special jewels or braid your hair.  Wear something relevant: a red shirt, a red wrap, a Moondays T, etc.

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Reflect

Moontime is a time for going inward. Write and draw in your journal. Read books on personal development or spirituality. Get a tarot or astrology reading.

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Celebrate

Be happy that you are a healthy functioning woman.  Celebrate your vitality and womanhood.  Do something fun to mark the occasion.  Treat yourself to a sunset walk or attend a women’s poetry reading.

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Connect

In biblical times, women would gather in “red tents” during their moon time to nurture each other. Get together with a girlfriend or two, join a women’s group and relish in the feminine spirit.

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Honor

Our foremothers have had many incarnations.  From matriarchal Mesopotamia to the modern day patriarchia, we’ve gone a long way.  Let us honor those that have come before us.  Let us honor ourselves and that part of our lives that keep us connected.

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