Is there anything more terrifying than having a blood stain on your butt? How did something as normal as a monthly flow became so taboo? The answer is sure to surprise you! (Here's a hint: It was GENIUS marketing - We've been sold a lie!) Buckle up for the period talk you should have got in highschool…the big sister chat we all needed. Listen in to learn about the history, mysticism and hilarity around that time of the month and you'll see… periods are special, not spooky!  IN THIS EPISODE Understanding your menstrual cycle Why we have shame around our periods Sally Ride and her space tampons Funny stories about womanhood Sexual Education in High Schools Funny stories about Puberty Debunking Period myths If you loved this episode and would like to support Jayna and Big Lash Energy please click here: Buymeacoffee.com/BigLashEnergy Please share this show with anyone you know who could use a little BLE…let’s grow this tribe together!  If you have a story you think we need to hear, please email us at Jayna@biglashpodcast.com  Our not-so-secret goal is to create a tribe of badass women who find beauty in the messiest parts of life. We’re learning and laughing as we go!... Come join us!    CONNECT WITH US! (Don’t be shy!) Find us on INSTAGRAM!  BigLashPodcast   JAYNAS PERSONAL IG JaynaMarieMakeup  WE'RE OFFICIAL! HERE'S OUR WEBSITE: www.biglashpodcast.com   To Join our email list and becone a #BLEBestie!  Sign Up NOW! https://www.hellojayna.com