Why do menstrual cycles matter?

  • The cycle is a vital sign — just like your heart rate or sleep quality, it gives key insights into your hormonal balance, stress levels, and overall health.

  • Each phase of the cycle has a purpose — from period to period, your body follows a powerful monthly rhythm that supports physical, mental, and emotional function.

  • Hormones influence everything — estrogen, progesterone, and other cycle hormones impact your mood, energy, sleep, sex drive, focus, digestion, and immune function.

  • Chronic stress disrupts your cycle — high cortisol can throw off ovulation, shorten or lengthen phases & increase inflammation, often showing up as PMS, irregular periods, or painful periods.

  • Disconnection leads to dysfunction — ignoring or suppressing your cycle can cause you to miss early signs of imbalance; understanding your rhythm helps you prevent burnout, make better decisions, and feel more in sync with your life and body.