I had a lit of issues with my periods, pms was horrible and extremely heavy flow every month. I even had a period of time with suicidal thoughts until I realized it was showing up every month at the same time in my cycle. I no longer have to worry about that (post menopausal), but I can certainly relate. Sending love and support for all who suffer through and can't take time to nurture themselves during that time of the month.
Somehow this landed very timely for me. I have a heavy day of travel ahead of me today with trains & multiple flights & in addition to that: I’m having my regular severe period pain 🫠🤧 But yes, we don't give up, we still show up.
Currently going through PMS and feeling the lowest I have in quite a while. It’s scary because I’ve been doing so much better. You have such a beautiful way of highlighting the beauty of being a woman, even during seasons when it feels difficult to see it myself.
I’ve also realized lately that because I’ve had other illnesses and struggles that demanded more of my attention, I never gave my anxiety the attention it probably deserved. I rarely have panic attacks, so I convinced myself it wasn’t that serious or something I needed to pay much attention to. But I’m beginning to realize anxiety doesn’t always have to look like a panic attack to have a significant impact on your life.
Because of that, coming across more of your work lately feels like perfect timing. Your tips, insights, and reminders have been landing with me exactly when I seem to need them most. It feels meaningful and purposeful.
You’re a beautiful gem in this community. Thank you 💞
Oh my gosh, I’m very touched with your heartwarming comment. Thanks, Mihaela!
Please do the work for your anxiety and if the schedule and means permit, see a psychologist because what happened with me is I also ignored mine for months then by the time I seek help, I needed meds already. I don’t want that to happen to anyone.
i stg the week or two before my period I think I am going insane for exactly this reason - nothing makes sense anymore, I question if my life is really my own, I go from crying to laughing in a second... if this was the 1930s I'd be committed LOL
This is such a comfort to read because I love hearing women be loud about their period and their struggles. I get the worst period anxiety when I'm planning a vacation. Because somehow my period needs to arrive before or after the vacation. I never grew up with a father who understands these matters, instead he would get upset at my mom for getting her period. He would say things like "why now?" or "you're always on your period". As if it was her fault. So there's always this massive guilt and anxiety when it comes to travelling and my cycle.
And let's not even talk about the whole maintenance part of being on your period. Waking up and realizing you started your period at night, straight to the shower, washing the stains off your pants, changing the bed sheets, making sure you don't leak or smell like blood even though you're literally bleeding. The mental workload while you're experiencing the worst cramps. Yet we continue.
I've always said that if this was not just a woman issue but a human issue- the solutions would already be here.
I got carried away haha! But thank you so much for sharing this with us. I feel so seen
Thank you so much for being vulnerable and sharing your story. I’m sorry about your father. I hope you’ll be able to heal from anxiety over your period. It’s difficult indeed. Take it one step at a time.
The discussion around anxiety and hormonal shifts is very interesting. It's a reminder that the experience of the world can be heavily influenced by what's happening internally, often without realizing it in the moment. An honest and thoughtful piece.
I just recently became a Mother and this resonates so deeply with me. I could say so much about how my experience with womanhood and society's view of women and children has evolved over the past year. We deserve so much more than what we are given. When I really think about it, it makes me grieve what could be. It feels like we are drifting farther and farther away from a society that could be so warm, supportive, and equitable.
This is the article that I needed because I'm currently going through PMS and mood swings 💕🥹🌹 and that's true girlhood is awesome but the hormonal side of it isn't. 😢💕💗 Thanks for raising awareness regarding this. This topic should be more talked about. I'm glad you chose this. I remember back in the day , cramps hit me badly when I was just a child. And still sometimes I have to take a painkiller to numb the pain of cramps 😢🥹🌹 thank you , Sara for such a lovely piece ! I respect you and love you so much. Xoxo
this article describes my life rn… i keep panicking bc something feels off in my body and then i remember that it’s just bc my period is about to start, but the damage is already done. thank you so much for sharing, you articulated this so well!!
I was just reading about PMDD yesterday, partially because i was feeling low myself, partially because it was stuck in my mind. And i just felt how high is the cost of being a girl.
Anxiety makes everything more difficult, even the simple act of existing, let alone navigating the wild currents of womanhood. As a man, I respect your troubles.
As I young woman I think I just didn't think about it. There was an expectation that you had to deal with it (back in the day). I'm glad there is more awareness of these issues and hopefully more support.
As I young woman I think I just didn't think about it. There was an expectation that you had to deal with it (back in the day). I'm glad there is more awareness of these issues and hopefully more support.
I had a lit of issues with my periods, pms was horrible and extremely heavy flow every month. I even had a period of time with suicidal thoughts until I realized it was showing up every month at the same time in my cycle. I no longer have to worry about that (post menopausal), but I can certainly relate. Sending love and support for all who suffer through and can't take time to nurture themselves during that time of the month.
That was what I was thinking also, that it would be better as I age. Thank you for shading!
Somehow this landed very timely for me. I have a heavy day of travel ahead of me today with trains & multiple flights & in addition to that: I’m having my regular severe period pain 🫠🤧 But yes, we don't give up, we still show up.
Oh my. Sending virtual hugs, Michelle. I hope you have some time to rest when you arrive.
Currently going through PMS and feeling the lowest I have in quite a while. It’s scary because I’ve been doing so much better. You have such a beautiful way of highlighting the beauty of being a woman, even during seasons when it feels difficult to see it myself.
I’ve also realized lately that because I’ve had other illnesses and struggles that demanded more of my attention, I never gave my anxiety the attention it probably deserved. I rarely have panic attacks, so I convinced myself it wasn’t that serious or something I needed to pay much attention to. But I’m beginning to realize anxiety doesn’t always have to look like a panic attack to have a significant impact on your life.
Because of that, coming across more of your work lately feels like perfect timing. Your tips, insights, and reminders have been landing with me exactly when I seem to need them most. It feels meaningful and purposeful.
You’re a beautiful gem in this community. Thank you 💞
Oh my gosh, I’m very touched with your heartwarming comment. Thanks, Mihaela!
Please do the work for your anxiety and if the schedule and means permit, see a psychologist because what happened with me is I also ignored mine for months then by the time I seek help, I needed meds already. I don’t want that to happen to anyone.
i stg the week or two before my period I think I am going insane for exactly this reason - nothing makes sense anymore, I question if my life is really my own, I go from crying to laughing in a second... if this was the 1930s I'd be committed LOL
oh my gosh! That’s also the hardest time for me. Especially before sleep when it’s just me and my mind. Thanks for sharing, June!
Key note: never give up
Indeed! Thanks for taking the time to read!
I'm reading this while I'm on day 3 of my period.
This is such a comfort to read because I love hearing women be loud about their period and their struggles. I get the worst period anxiety when I'm planning a vacation. Because somehow my period needs to arrive before or after the vacation. I never grew up with a father who understands these matters, instead he would get upset at my mom for getting her period. He would say things like "why now?" or "you're always on your period". As if it was her fault. So there's always this massive guilt and anxiety when it comes to travelling and my cycle.
And let's not even talk about the whole maintenance part of being on your period. Waking up and realizing you started your period at night, straight to the shower, washing the stains off your pants, changing the bed sheets, making sure you don't leak or smell like blood even though you're literally bleeding. The mental workload while you're experiencing the worst cramps. Yet we continue.
I've always said that if this was not just a woman issue but a human issue- the solutions would already be here.
I got carried away haha! But thank you so much for sharing this with us. I feel so seen
Thank you so much for being vulnerable and sharing your story. I’m sorry about your father. I hope you’ll be able to heal from anxiety over your period. It’s difficult indeed. Take it one step at a time.
The discussion around anxiety and hormonal shifts is very interesting. It's a reminder that the experience of the world can be heavily influenced by what's happening internally, often without realizing it in the moment. An honest and thoughtful piece.
Thank you so much for your insightful comment, Moe. I appreciate it.
Thanks for sharing. I empathize
Thanks for taking the time to read!
I just recently became a Mother and this resonates so deeply with me. I could say so much about how my experience with womanhood and society's view of women and children has evolved over the past year. We deserve so much more than what we are given. When I really think about it, it makes me grieve what could be. It feels like we are drifting farther and farther away from a society that could be so warm, supportive, and equitable.
Thanks for sharing, Cierra! Hats off to you. I’m sure it’s difficult and amazing being a mother. Sending you virtual hugs! 🫂
This is the article that I needed because I'm currently going through PMS and mood swings 💕🥹🌹 and that's true girlhood is awesome but the hormonal side of it isn't. 😢💕💗 Thanks for raising awareness regarding this. This topic should be more talked about. I'm glad you chose this. I remember back in the day , cramps hit me badly when I was just a child. And still sometimes I have to take a painkiller to numb the pain of cramps 😢🥹🌹 thank you , Sara for such a lovely piece ! I respect you and love you so much. Xoxo
Awww. Thank you for sharing my dear Dua. Sending virtual hugs! 🫂
Hugs and kisses. ✨💕🎀🌹🌺
it's a jekyll and hyde situation, i have pmdd and its honestly worse than my ocd ugh sending solidarity !!
Indeed a jekyll and hyde situation! Oh my gosh. Sending you virtual hugs! 🫂
this article describes my life rn… i keep panicking bc something feels off in my body and then i remember that it’s just bc my period is about to start, but the damage is already done. thank you so much for sharing, you articulated this so well!!
Thank you for sharing, Talia! It’s really hard, I feel you. Take it one day at a time. Sending virtual hugs 🫂
I was just reading about PMDD yesterday, partially because i was feeling low myself, partially because it was stuck in my mind. And i just felt how high is the cost of being a girl.
How timely! Indeed, the cost is very high. Thank you for taking the time to read.
Anxiety makes everything more difficult, even the simple act of existing, let alone navigating the wild currents of womanhood. As a man, I respect your troubles.
Thank you so much for the respect, Lux! It’s indeed harder.
As I young woman I think I just didn't think about it. There was an expectation that you had to deal with it (back in the day). I'm glad there is more awareness of these issues and hopefully more support.
I definitely agree. Thank you for sharing a part of your story and for taking the time to read, Rhian! 💕
No problem at all. :)
As I young woman I think I just didn't think about it. There was an expectation that you had to deal with it (back in the day). I'm glad there is more awareness of these issues and hopefully more support.