No, No, No Bad... How to Silence Intrusive Thoughts and Embrace Positivity
"I only hear negative, no no no bad..." – Lisa Loeb's lyrics in "Stay" perfectly capture the struggle many face with intrusive thoughts. These unwanted, often negative, ideas can plague our minds l...
Menstrual Cycle
A World Menstrual Hygiene Day Message from Hey Sister!
Hey Sister! On World Menstrual Hygiene Day (May 28th), we're celebrating periods, ditching the shame, and empowering YOU to own your cycle and your life.
Why Menstrual Hygiene Matters
Menstrual h...
communication
The Other "Silent Treatment" We Need to Talk About
So, I was casually doomscrolling when I stumbled upon a statistic that made me both gasp and nod in knowing agreement: Women are a whopping 96% more likely to be interrupted in conversations with ...
mental health
Sick Day Struggles: When "Powering Through" Isn't the Answer (And Why We Feel So Guilty)
Ugh, this cold/flu combo has knocked me for six. My head is pounding, my throat is scratchy, and my body feels like it's been hit by a truck. As much as I want to "power through" (hello, Type A per...
Gender Pain Gap
The Gender Pain Gap: Why Menopause Demands a Workplace Revolution
The Gender Pain Gap is a harsh reality. Women's health issues, particularly menopause, are too often dismissed or minimised in the workplace. This has devastating effects on women's well-being, ca...
EDCs
Hormone Hijackers: Protect Yourself from EDCs in Your Home
Most of us are doing our very best every day, we do our best with what we have, with the time available to us and to the finances available. Your health isn't just about what you eat or how much yo...
Adenomyosis Awareness: I Was Misdiagnosed for Years
Did you know that April is Adenomyosis Awareness Month? The bigger question is, do you know what adenomyosis (pronounced add-en-o-my-OH-sis) is?
We wanted to shine a spotlight on this disease and g...
diet
The gut-brain connection: your secret to feeling aMAZING (inside and out)
Get ready to unlock the mind-blowing connection between your gut and your brain! This powerful link could be the key to feeling happier, healthier, and seriously unstoppable. Think better digestion...
Alcohol
How Alcohol Affects Your Period: What You Need to Know
Hey Sister! community, today we're diving into a topic that touches the lives of many but is often shrouded in whispers and uncertainty: the impact of alcohol on your menstrual cycle. Understanding...