Perinatal Wellbeing Profile

In order to support yourself holistically on your matrescence journey, it’s helpful to understand which of the 5 koshas you are most connected to right now and which ones could do with a little more love and attention. You can learn more about the 5 koshas model of care here or come back to it once you have your profile results.

To get the most out of this profile process, don’t contemplate your answers too deeply or for too long. Go for the answer that first speaks to you and try not to analyse. Write down your selection to each question so you can find out more about yourself at the end.

Which of the following activities appeals to you most:

A) Catching up with a friend

B) Reading a book

C) Sitting down with a warm drink

D) Getting outside in the fresh air

E) It would depend what my body needed at the time

My preferred way to move my body is:

A) Dancing

B) Weight training

C) Yoga postures or pilates

D) Strong cardio exercise such as running, swimming, cycling

E) It depends on where I am at in my monthly cycle

When I move my body, I tend to experience:

A) A state of flow, where time seems to stand still

B) Clarity on things I have been pondering or new ideas

C) An increased awareness of how my muscles and limbs are feeling

D) A sense of envigoration or an endorphin kick afterwards

E) Insights into what I need to support myself right now

When I have just achieved something I have been working towards for a long time, my tendency is to:

A) Plan a celebration

B) Start thinking about the next steps and setting new goals

C) Gift myself a yummy treat

D) Put aside some time for restoration, as I need a break after all that hard work

E) Make a conscious choice to let go of any attachment to the outcomes of my achievement

Which of the following styles of mindfulness appeals to you most:

A) Chanting a mantra

B) Noting the thoughts when they arise and then letting them pass by

C) Mindful movement

D) A meditation focussing on the breath

E) Connecting to my ancestors and guides

Well done! You’re ready to discover your profile!

Make sure you collate your answers by writing down how many of each letter you chose from A to E. Even note which letters you did not choose.

eg. 1 x A, 0 x B, 3 x C, 1 x D, 0 x E