
← Messy but Meaningful (formerly Ed Pursuits) Podcast - Happy Healthy Meaningful Life25 mei · 9 min
S3:E3 Working With Your Body Instead of Fighting It
<p>For years, I expected myself to have the same energy, patience, and productivity every single day — and when I didn’t, I thought something was wrong with me.</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode, I’m sharing what I’ve been learning recently about the female cycle, perimenopause, and the importance of working with our bodies instead of constantly fighting against them.</p><p><br></p><p>We’ll talk about the difference between the first and second half of the cycle, why some weeks feel so much easier than others, how perimenopause can amplify everything, and why I wish I had understood this years ago while raising kids.</p><p><br></p><p>I also share how constantly pushing through eventually led me to burnout — and how I’m learning to be more gentle with myself, nourish my body differently, rest without guilt, and pay attention to what my body is actually asking for.</p><p><br></p><p>If you’ve been feeling exhausted, emotional, overwhelmed, or frustrated with yourself… this episode is a reminder that your body isn’t broken. It may just need something different.</p><p><br></p><p>And as always — you’re doing better than you think.</p><p><br></p><p>Get my free 7 day Reset Journal when you sign up for the newsletter here: https://edpursuits.kit.com/resetjournal1</p><p><br></p><p>Follow me on instagram @edpursuitscom and facebook @edpursuits</p><p><br></p><p>Check out the blog at edpursuits.com with a printable on essential oils coming soon.</p><p><br></p><p>edpursuits.com/migrainerelief</p><p><br></p><p>https://edpursuits.kit.com/products/natural-support-for-menstrual-migraines-e-boo</p>