This week's Healing Her Story episode tunes into the energy of the waxing moon and the follicular phase, one of the most tender and misunderstood windows of the cycle.

This is a transitional energy. Estrogen is rising. The light is returning. And so often, this is exactly where women push too hard too fast, burning out before they even reach ovulation.

But this carries profound wisdom about how to move through this phase with care instead of force.

In this episode, Riva explores what the waxing moon is actually for. Not maximum output, but grounded, sustainable momentum. She shares her own evolving practices, including slow strength training, morning nourishment, and why progesterone loves steadiness and consistency.

She covers:

Why grounding matters most during this rising energy and how to find what actually grounds you

Why this is the perfect time to explore something new without the pressure of committing yet

Why HIIT and intense cardio aren't always the answer here and what gentle, joyful movement can offer instead

A simple anchor question for Cancer season — how can you tend to yourself the way you tend to everyone else

If you have ever crashed right before ovulation and wondered why, this episode will help you understand what your body actually needed.

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Riva also shares a new menstrual cycle coaching package called Synchronize, with two spots available at the pilot rate through August. The next step is booking a Somatic Assessment and Care Planning Session to explore if this is the right fit for you. Book Here

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Our intro and outro song, Reclamation (Reborn), is an anthem of remembering.

This song was created as a companion for the healing journey, especially for women reclaiming their voices, their rhythms, and their belonging in a world shaped by patriarchy.

You’re invited to listen, feel, and let the music meet you wherever you are.

Looking for support? Here's how to go deeper:

• Book a Somatic Assessment: Your 75-min 1:1 virtual session to explore what your body is holding and shape a personalized care plan. Book Here
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