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Continue reading →: Luxury Self-Care at Home: Designing a Nervous-System–Safe Space for PMDD, Perimenopause, and Cyclical LivingI turned my home into a hotel‑calm sanctuary for PMDD and perimenopause—scent, texture, clutter-light routines, and cycle‑synced tweaks that soothe the nervous system.
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Continue reading →: Braces at 42: How Adult Braces Changed My Smile, Confidence, and Mental HealthIf you’d told me a few years ago that I’d be rocking fixed metal braces at 42, I probably would have laughed (and then hidden my teeth). But here I am—metal mouth and all—sharing my story in the hope that it helps someone else who’s ever felt held back by…
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Continue reading →: PMDD, Depression & Relationships: How to Communicate, Set Boundaries, and Feel SafeIf you’re reading this, you probably know how PMDD (Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder) and depression can shake up your closest relationships. You’re not alone. For years, I struggled to explain what was happening inside my mind and body to the people I loved most. PMDD and depression don’t just affect me—they…
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Continue reading →: PMDD, Trauma & The Pressure to Push Through: What 50 Podcast Episodes Have Taught Me About Women’s Silent StrugglesThis blog explores PMDD, trauma, and the cultural pressure on women to mask emotional pain. Featuring insights from Anna Pearce-Roberts and Heather Hendrie on PMDD, suicidal thoughts, and the upcoming PMDD book launch.
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Continue reading →: PMDD, Healing, and Second Chances: Lessons from the Angel of Death TheoryThe Angel of Death Theory asks a simple but profound question: What if, at 90 years old, you were on your deathbed—and suddenly, you were given 45 years back?
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Continue reading →: Finding Confidence After PMDD & Trauma: How to Reclaim Your True SelfIf you’ve ever tried to “fake it till you make it” and ended up exhausted, you’re in good company. Real confidence isn’t about pretending to be someone you’re not. It’s about knowing—even in tiny ways—what’s true for you right now. For women living with PMDD (Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder) or healing…
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Continue reading →: The Transformative Power of Words in HealingUnlock the power of The Four Agreements in your healing journey. Learn why taking nothing personally—including compliments—can transform your self-worth, PMDD recovery, and mental health.
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Continue reading →: Alcohol, Control, and Trauma: Why I Didn’t Drink for Over a DecadeGrowing up around volatile behaviour tied to alcohol left a scar I couldn’t name for years. I blamed the booze, not the trauma. But what I’ve realised is this: alcohol doesn’t turn people into monsters. It unmasks the parts they’ve been suppressing. It’s not truth serum for the soul —…
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Continue reading →: Why PMDD Was My Body’s Way of Saying “You’re Not Safe Yet”When we talk about PMDD, the conversation often stops at hormones. But for many women — myself included — PMDD is the body’s cry for help. It’s a warning light, not a defect.
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Continue reading →: PMDD, Sex & Intimacy: How to Honour Your Body, Boost Your Wellbeing, and Survive the Toughest DaysIntimacy means more than intercourse. For women with PMDD, connection can be found in laughter, cuddling, honest conversation, or simply holding hands. These acts can help ground you and remind you that you’re worthy of love and pleasure—even on the hardest days.
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