Live your nature through your cycle

Drawing from Traditional Chinese Medicine, modern medical research and a seasonal model of the cycle, this beautifully illustrated book offers warm, practical guidance to support you in harnessing the power of your cyclical nature in your daily life.

  • Dimensions: 14.8 x 21cm (A5)
    Page count: 92

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What to expect…

  • A foundational introduction to the hormones, energetics and (Five Element) seasons through the menstrual cycle and to the fundamentals of cyclical self-care.

  • Practical and adaptable guidance in: food, exercise, environment, social activity and work focus choices, to support your natural flow and fulfilment through each menstrual cycle phase, as well as in; optimising daily rhythms and stabilising your everyday foundation.

  • Encouragement in cultivating awareness of both your powers and vulnerabilities through your unique cycle.

  • Identifiable physical signs to look for — along with space to make notes — to help orientate you through your cycle and support your personal process.

  • A non-linear approach to healing and creativity.

This book is for you if you are…

  • Diving into the workings of your cycle for the first time.

  • Already practicing menstrual cycle awareness and interested in a Chinese Medicine perspective.

  • Looking for a natural, long-term approach to and resource for reclaiming your menstrual cycle health.

  • A supporting parent, friend or partner to someone who is.

  • A newly qualified complementary health professional with an interest in women’s cyclical health.

Reviews

“A nourishing, calming and informative read. What a wonderful creation!”

Alexandra Pope & Sjanie Hugo Wurlitzer | Authors of Wild Power and Wise Power and founders of Red School

“Live your Nature Through Your Cycle is so tangible. As someone with a young family and not much time to read, this book is easy to dip in and out of; accessing just the information I need through the phases of my cycle. It’s a brilliant resource — Bridie has so much wisdom to offer.”

Fran Whitfield | Artist and mother

“A beautiful presentation with well-structured information — Bridie Shaw offers plenty of detail but always remains warm and welcoming to the reader.”

Andrew Sterman | Author of Welcoming Food and Chinese medicine dietitian

“An invaluable resource for those looking to reclaim their relationship to their monthly cycle and find their true power and vitality through understanding and working in alignment with their cyclical nature. Not to mention absolutely beautiful!”

Kezra Powell | Nutritionist and Functional Medicine practitioner

F.A.Q.

  • The Five Elements — Water, Wood, Fire, Earth and Metal — are a concept central to Traditional Chinese Medicine that symbolise the stages of transformation that take place throughout any life cycle — like the four elements and seasons we have in the west. In practice, a model of five seasons simply separates summer into Summer and Late Summer, representing the Fire and Earth phases. Bridie will be sharing more about these soon, so stay tuned!

  • Yes! Bridie is in the process of writing an expanded second edition. Connect with her on Instagram for updates and offers.