Wondering what all this talk about the “seasons” of your cycle means? You’re in the right place. In this article, we’ll explore how each season connects to the phases of your menstrual cycle — and how tuning into these rhythms can help you work with your body, not against it.
Your cycle is more than just your period
Your menstrual cycle is a complex, beautiful hormonal journey that typically lasts around 28 days, divided into four distinct phases. While physical changes are happening beneath the surface, your inner world—your mood, energy, and emotions—is shifting too.
Just like the natural seasons, your body moves through its own internal cycle of seasons every month. When you learn to notice what’s happening for you in each phase (because everyone’s cycle is unique), you can embrace and support your body’s wisdom.
Gone are the days of “pushing through” or pretending everything is fine. There’s a whole world unfolding inside you each month — and it deserves your attention and care.
Menstruation — your Inner Winter
This is where your cycle begins: your body sheds its uterine lining, leading to menstruation, or your period. This phase is your Inner Winter — a natural time for rest, self-compassion, and slowing down.
Like winter in nature, you may feel drawn inward, needing to retreat, recharge, and prioritise your needs. Listen to your body and give yourself permission to rest when you need it.
Follicular Phase — your Inner Spring
As menstruation ends, your body enters the Inner Spring, or follicular phase. This is a time of renewal and growth — your body prepares to release an egg, and your energy often begins to rise.
Just as spring breathes new life into the world, this phase invites you to set fresh intentions, start new projects, and engage in activities that energise and inspire you.
Ovulation — your Inner Summer
Mid-cycle, ovulation marks the peak of your fertility — your Inner Summer. This phase is full of vitality, creativity, and connection.
Like the vibrant energy of summer, you might feel more confident, playful, and expressive. It’s a great time to get out in the world, share your ideas, and enjoy social or creative activities.
Luteal Phase — your Inner Autumn
After ovulation, your body enters the Inner Autumn, or luteal phase. Your focus shifts to nurturing and preparation, whether or not pregnancy is on the horizon.
Many experience PMS symptoms here — mood shifts, cravings, or fatigue — so self-care and compassion are especially important. Like autumn encourages nature to slow and reflect, this is your cue to engage in nourishing, calming practices like meditation, gentle movement, or cozy rituals.
Getting to know your unique cycle
Remember: your experience might be different from others, and that’s perfectly normal. Tracking your physical and emotional rhythms each month can give you a clearer picture of your own unique cycle.
By tuning into your inner seasons, you learn to work with your body’s natural flow instead of against it.
At Really Nice Tea, we’ve crafted four organic herbal blends designed to support you through every phase of your cycle. Whether it’s soothing the mood swings of Inner Autumn, comforting you through your Inner Winter, energising your Inner Spring, or celebrating the creative burst of your Inner Summer — we’ve got a tea for that.