Why this CEO saves creative work for after her period

Mia Klitsas, founder and director of Moxie period care, says the follicular phase of the menstrual cycle is a great time for harnessing creativity.

Mia Klitsas practises cycle syncing, adjusting her work and lifestyle to support her body’s needs. Elke Meitzel

Hannah TattersallWork and careers reporter

Mar 5, 2025 – 5.00am

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The first thing I do when I wake up is open my blinds. I sleep in pitch-black darkness. I’m quite a night owl, so I need to switch off and block out all the light. So its blinds up for me, get dressed, and I’m off to Pilates.

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Hannah TattersallWork and careers reporterHannah Tattersall is a work and careers reporter for The Australian Financial Review, focusing on executive education.