The Therapy Edit On 5 things that will help when you feel hormonal
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Apr 4, 2022 Monthly hormonal shifts can feel like an emotional rollercoaster, with mood swings and irritability taking center stage. The host shares five insightful tips to help navigate these challenging times. Going gently on yourself is key, with practical self-care strategies like earplugs and freezer meals. It's also important to acknowledge emotions instead of dismissing them, as they can uncover deeper concerns. Informing loved ones helps them understand your state, and rebuilding emotional buffers through nourishing activities can make a world of difference.
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Monthly Personal Hormone Experience
- Anna Mathur describes monthly shifts where she becomes irritable, tearful, and quick to snap.
- She says these hormonal periods once lasted much of her cycle and felt like a huge chunk of life.
Wide Range Of PMT Symptoms
- PMT can include irritability, low mood, exhaustion, pain, and heightened intrusive thoughts.
- Anna highlights many common symptoms to normalise how broad PMT effects can be.
Make Practical Allowances
- Go more gently on yourself and make practical allowances during hormonal times.
- Use aids like softer earplugs, plan earlier nights, and keep freezer meals to reduce strain.
