In this deeply insightful episode of the Women's Moon Wisdom Podcast, host Rebecca Rankin welcomes Christy Braun, a death doula and grief coach who specializes in turning grief into peace of mind for families. Christy shares her expertise on the emotional, practical, and spiritual aspects of navigating the end-of-life journey, offering wisdom and tools for families facing this profound transition.

Together, they discuss how to stay emotionally present while handling legal and financial responsibilities, overcoming feelings of guilt about planning for life after loss, and finding ways to honor both your loved one and your own grieving process.

Whether you're currently walking this path, supporting someone who is, or simply seeking to understand the process, this episode offers guidance and comfort for anyone exploring the complexities of grief and death.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• The role of a death doula and how it complements end-of-life care
• How to balance practical tasks like legal paperwork with emotional presence
• Ways to navigate guilt when thinking about life after the loss of a loved one
• How to honor your loved one while also holding space for your own grief

Connect with Christy Braun:

• Website: www.ChristyBraun.com
• Death Cafe: https://deathcafe.com/

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• Free Download: Cyclical Living Journal – Align your self-care with your menstrual cycle.

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In this episode of Women’s Moon Wisdom, we dive into the fascinating connection between the menstrual cycle and sleep. Have you ever noticed that your sleep patterns change throughout the month? Whether it’s trouble falling asleep, waking up during the night, or feeling unusually tired, your cycle could be playing a big role in how well you rest.

Rebecca discusses how the rise and fall of hormones like estrogen and progesterone during each phase of the menstrual cycle impact sleep quality. You’ll learn:

• How the follicular, ovulation, luteal, and menstrual phases affect your ability to get a good night’s sleep.
• Common sleep disruptions like night sweats, insomnia, and restless sleep.
• Practical tips for improving sleep during each phase of your cycle.

If you’ve been feeling disconnected from your body’s natural rhythms or struggling with inconsistent sleep, this episode is full of actionable insights to help you realign and reclaim your rest.

1. The Follicular Phase (Days 1-14):
   • How rising estrogen levels promote better sleep quality and REM sleep.
2. Ovulation (Around Day 14):
   • The hormonal shifts that may cause a temporary dip in sleep quality.
3. The Luteal Phase (Days 15-28):
   • Why progesterone promotes sleep but may also raise body temperature, affecting comfort at night.
4. Menstruation (Days 1-5):
   • How low hormone levels and physical discomfort can disrupt sleep.
5. Sleep Disruptors:
   • Body temperature fluctuations, mood changes, night sweats, and how they can impact rest.
6. Sleep Tips for Each Phase of Your Cycle:
   • Simple, mindful practices you can use to improve sleep throughout your menstrual cycle.

Understanding how your menstrual cycle influences your sleep is key to improving your overall wellbeing. By honoring these cyclical shifts and making small adjustments to your routine, you can support your body’s need for restorative rest.

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• Free Download: Cyclical Living Journal – Align your self-care with your menstrual cycle.

In this heartfelt episode of the Women’s Moon Wisdom podcast, host Rebecca Rankin takes you on a personal journey of transformation—from enduring painful periods to embracing a life of pain-free cycles and deep self-love. Rebecca shares how her refusal to accept period pain as ‘normal’ led her to explore holistic hormone wellness, including yoga, seed cycling, and the powerful practice of cyclical living.

Tune in as she discusses the five pillars of holistic hormone health—sleep, nutrition, movement, stress management, and relationships—and how treating the body as a whole led her to greater healing and balance. Rebecca also opens up about the profound self-love that blossomed when she began to honor her cyclical nature and connect with other women through women’s circles.

Whether you're struggling with your cycle or looking to deepen your connection with yourself, this episode is full of wisdom, grace, and actionable insights.

Key Topics:

• Rebecca’s journey from painful periods to pain-free cycles
• The five pillars of holistic hormone wellness: sleep, nutrition, movement, stress management, and relationships
• Embracing cyclical living and its impact on mood, energy, and overall wellbeing
• The awakening of self-love through honoring her cycle and connecting with other women

Resources Mentioned:

• [Women’s Moon Wisdom App] – Join our community and attend monthly women’s circles, plus explore resources for holistic hormone wellness and cyclical living.
• [Upcoming Retreats]– Explore our upcoming retreats for a deep dive into self-care, connection, and cyclical living.

Connect with Rebecca:

• Website: https://www.womensmoonwisdom.com
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/womensmoonwisdom
• Women’s Moon Wisdom App: https://www.rebeccarankinyoga.com/app
• Join our Monthly Women’s Circles: https://womensmoonwisdom.mvt.so/

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In this episode of the Women's Moon Wisdom podcast, we discuss the essential connection between quality sleep and hormonal balance, especially for women in their late 30s and 40s who are navigating perimenopause. Join me, Rebecca Rankin, as we explore practical, easy-to-implement strategies for transforming your sleep environment and evening routine to promote restful, restorative sleep.

We'll cover how to create the ideal sleep sanctuary—focusing on optimizing factors like temperature, darkness, and noise to enhance your sleep quality. We talk about how to create a calming evening ritual designed to wind down your body and mind before bedtime, supporting your natural hormonal rhythms.

Whether you struggle with night sweats, insomnia, or just want to improve your overall sleep quality, this episode is packed with actionable advice to help you feel more rested, balanced, and in tune with your body.

Key Topics Covered:

• How hormonal changes affect sleep
• Simple adjustments to optimize your bedroom for better sleep
• The power of a consistent evening routine to signal relaxation
• Tips for mindful meditation, gentle yoga, and breathwork before bed
• The benefits of creating a calm, decluttered sleep environment
• How aromatherapy, journaling, and herbal teas can promote deeper rest

Tune in to learn how better sleep can lead to better hormonal balance, leaving you feeling more energized, refreshed, and aligned!

Resources Mentioned:

The Shift: A 5 Week Holistic Hormone Wellness Reset

Reconnect with your body's wisdom and create a lifestyle in tune with your natural rhythms so you can live with purpose and feel truly at home in your body.

With The Shift, you’ll gain practical tools to navigate your cycles with ease. By deepening your understanding of your body and learning how to care for yourself holistically, you'll learn how to reduce life disrupting symptoms and enhance your overall quality of life.

Learn more and join us - https://www.rebeccarankinyoga.com/shift

Let's Connect:

Be sure to follow me on Instagram at @womensmoonwisdom, join the conversation, and share your experiences!

In this episode of the Women’s Moon Wisdom Podcast, we’re talking about a simple yet powerful way to improve your sleep: sleeping in the nude! While it might seem unconventional, there's real science behind how ditching the PJs can help you fall asleep faster, stay asleep longer, and wake up feeling more refreshed—especially if you're navigating the challenges of perimenopause.

Join me as I dive into the benefits of sleeping without clothes, how it supports hormonal balance, and why it's so important for women in perimenopause to prioritize quality sleep. We’ll explore how this simple change can improve circulation, boost your metabolism, and even help reduce your risk of infections. Plus, I’ll share some practical tips for creating a relaxing nighttime routine that helps you get a better night's sleep—even if you're dealing with hot flashes or restless nights.

Key Topics:

• Why sleep is critical for hormonal balance during perimenopause
• How sleeping in the nude can help regulate body temperature and support better sleep
• Surprising benefits of improved circulation, muscle recovery, and heart health
• How sleeping in the nude may reduce the risk of certain infections
• Tips for improving sleep quality, including creating a calming bedtime routine

Mentioned in This Episode: If you're struggling with sleepless nights, restless energy, or hormonal imbalance during perimenopause, I invite you to check out The Shift, my 5-week group coaching program. This program is designed to help you regain your energy, balance your hormones, and create a deeper sense of wellbeing. Through holistic practices, we’ll guide you on how to reset your lifestyle and embrace the transformative power of this life stage. Learn more about The Shift and how it can support you on your perimenopause journey by visiting https://www.rebeccarankinyoga.com/shift.

Takeaways:

• Sleeping in the nude is a simple and natural way to support your body’s thermoregulation, helping you get more restorative sleep.
• Quality sleep plays a vital role in regulating hormones, which is especially important for women in perimenopause.
• Small changes to your nighttime routine, like sleeping without clothing, can have profound impacts on your wellbeing.

Connect with Me: Be sure to follow me on Instagram at @womensmoonwisdom, join the conversation, and share your experiences!

I’d love to hear how sleeping in the nude works for you. Don’t forget to check out The Shift, my 5-week program designed to help you create more hormonal balance and wellbeing. https://www.rebeccarankinyoga.com/shift

In this episode of the Women's Moon Wisdom Podcast, we're honored to welcome Lisann Valentin, a 5th generation Shaman, Certified Spiritual Coach, Reiki Master, attorney-turned-actor, and New York Times Bestselling Author. Lisann shares her unique journey from the legal world to becoming a spiritual guide, and how the Akashic Records have played a pivotal role in her personal and professional life.

Join us as we dive deep into the transformative practice of journaling with the Akashic Records. Lisann explains what the Akashic Records are, how they can be accessed, and how journaling can serve as a powerful tool for unlocking profound wisdom, healing, and guidance. This conversation feels like two old friends reuniting. It is filled with practical tips, personal stories, and spiritual insights that will inspire you to explore your own inner wisdom.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• What the Akashic Records are and how they can be accessed (be ready for a great metaphor)
• The connection between journaling and the Akashic Records.
• Practical tips for starting your own journaling practice with the Records.
• How this practice can lead to profound personal growth and healing.

About Lisann Valentin:

Lisann Valentin has been known to grace the silver screen and illuminate the pages of best-selling books, all while helping people through personal transformation as a Certified Spiritual coach. From hit shows like Manifest and The Blacklist, to the New York Times best-selling anthology Eat Pray Love Made Me Do It, this lawyer-turned-actor helps other multi-passionate people pivot into their purpose.

Connect with Lisann Valentin:

• Website: LisannValentin.com
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisannvalentin
• Free Top journal prompts for self-reflection through the Akashic Records: https://www.lgvalentin.com/journal-prompt-sign-up

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We now have a Cyclical Living Self Care App! In the app, you'll find monthly women's circles, cyclical living lessons, rituals, and self care to align with your natural rhythms. Try it for free for 5 days!

https://www.rebeccarankinyoga.com/app

More Resources:

Interested in learning more about how to live in sync with your hormonal shifts through cyclical living? Check out this free cyclical living journal. Begin tracking the ebb and flow of your energy, emotions, and desires throughout your cycle and honor your cyclical nature.

FREE CYCLICAL LIVING JOURNAL: https://www.rebeccarankinyoga.com/journalprompts

Ready to dive deeper with cyclical living? Check out this Self-Care Framework Course www.rebeccarankinyoga.com/begintoday

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