S1 E9: Learning with your cycle, an interview with Alex King

Today we're talking about periods and things!

Why? Well, because we're not robots. We're humans with bodies and, as we learned last week, bodies are an important element of language learning and use.

But don't worry if you identify as male and/or don't have a period. Our discussion centering around cycle syncing highlights the importance of having time both to do and to rest. In our hustle culture, the rest and reflect part tends to get a bit lost.

For me, learning how my hormones fluctuate during the different parts of my cycle (and from there affect my mood and energy levels) has helped me map out my language studies in a way that works with my body, instead of against it.

I found Alex on a journey completely separate from language learning, but then found a way to connect the two. I wanted to share this with you all because it's not something I hear talked about a lot (especially in environments where periods and cycles are dirty words *eyeroll emoji*).

I hope you enjoy today's episode! Feel free to connect with Alex on Instagram or Tiktok @nutritionmoderation. And as always, send me a DM with any feedback, questions or requests to be on the show.

Happy listening!

Resources mentioned on the episode

• Kwik Brain with Jim Kwik (podcast)