PMDD Pep Talk

When Emma joined us on the podcast, she shared her journey with PMDD that had shaped her life for 17 years before she could even name it. For nearly two decades, she had been dealing with debilitating mood swings, depression, and overwhelming symptoms that were affecting her work, relationships, and ability to function in daily life. Since her teenage years, Emma experienced these cycles but dismissed them, thinking they were just part of life—until they became impossible to ignore.   Emma's challenges included: Two full weeks of symptoms every cycle, starting at ovulation Severe depression and mood swings that felt like "a different person" Crushing fatigue and complete lack of motivation Overwhelming irritability where normal daily messes felt like "the absolute end of the world" Inability to maintain plans with friends, constantly canceling last minute Struggling to work even a low-stress job, having to reduce hours A constant feeling of being overwhelmed with "swirling, whirling, icky feelings" she couldn't name Deep resentment toward her body and her cycle Questioning her sanity and desperately searching for treatments that worked     After years of trying various treatments—SSRIs, birth control, psychiatric medications—Emma found some relief but didn't want to stay on medications long-term. She knew she wanted to have children in the future and was concerned about unknown long-term health impacts. Despite fears that she had "tried everything" and worries about extreme dietary restrictions, Emma decided to invest in an integrative approach to PMDD through Her Mood Mentor's program.   Through a personalized, self-led integrative program focused on nutrition, lifestyle, mindset work, and nervous system regulation, Emma experienced a dramatic transformation in just four months. Her symptom burden dropped by 221 points (from 513 to 292 on a comprehensive symptom assessment), and she went from two weeks of moderate-to-severe symptoms down to just 3-4 days of mild-to-moderate symptoms—with one completely symptom-free cycle. Most remarkably, Emma was able to safely taper off birth control and lithium (medications she'd been on for three years) with zero negative side effects, and is now preparing to taper off her SSRI as well.   Here's what Emma shared on the podcast: 👉 "I feel like my world is opening up." 👉 "I'm able to do things and show up in my life." 👉 "I feel like I can look ahead at the future and see possibilities and not just be in survival mode." 👉 "I'm a lot more capable than I thought I was." 👉 "I can't believe I'm smiling at work on day two of my cycle."   Emma's story shows that PMDD recovery isn't just about symptom reduction—it's about complete life transformation. Through a collaborative, paced approach that honored her lifestyle, combined nutritional therapy, lab testing, mindset work, and nervous system regulation, she found freedom from symptoms that had controlled her life for 17 years. The work wasn't extreme or restrictive; it was personalized, compassionate, and sustainable.   Emma's transformation proves that PMDD doesn't have to define your life or limit your future. With the right integrative support, you can:   Reduce symptom duration from weeks to just days Lower symptom severity from debilitating to manageable Show up reliably for work, relationships, and your life Safely reduce or eliminate medications (with medical supervision) Build a foundation of health for future goals like pregnancy Develop sustainable lifestyle changes without extreme restrictions Transform your relationship with your body from resentment to compassion Move from survival mode to seeing possibilities for your future   Looking for PMDD support?   ❤️ If this podcast has ever made you feel seen, less alone, or more hopeful in your healing—please take a moment to subscribe, rate, and review PMDD Pep Talk. Your words don’t just help us grow—they help someone in the depths of their cycle find this support when they need it most. Every subscribe click, rate, and review helps us reach more people who are still suffering in silence.  _________________________________ Watch the episode on Youtube  https://youtu.be/XuuOssTfPv4 _________________________________ You can find Jes:  Instagram: @hermoodmentor Youtube: @hermoodmentor Website: https://hermoodmentor.com/ _________________________________ Looking for more support?  ✦︎  Grab our FREE Symptom Mapping Kit- The first step to healing instead of dealing with your symptoms is to map your symptom pattern. https://courses.hermoodmentor.com/symptommappingkit Ready to change your PMDD story?  Schedule your intro session and let's run your symptom assessment: https://courses.hermoodmentor.com/offers/Amd9gW98

The #1 Mistake Keeping You Stuck in PMDD If you're only working on your PMDD when symptoms hit, you're stuck in damage control mode—and it's keeping you from real healing. In this episode, Jess breaks down the PMDD damage control cycle that traps so many women and reveals why the best time to address your hormonal mood symptoms is actually when you feel good. Discover how to shift from reactive management to proactive healing with a whole-cycle approach that actually creates lasting change. _________________________________ What You'll Learn in This Episode: • The PMDD damage control cycle and why it keeps you feeling like you're always playing catch-up in life • Why waiting until you're symptomatic to address PMDD is the #1 mistake keeping you stuck (and what to do instead) • The difference between PMDD whiplash, PMDD amnesia, and PMDD denial—and how they work together to sabotage your healing • Why you can't build a foundational system while you're peak symptomatic (and when you actually can) • The critical distinction between reduction strategies and management techniques—and when to use each one • How the damage control cycle perpetuates shame, guilt, and negative beliefs about yourself month after month • Why most women are losing six months of their year to PMDD symptoms and how a whole-cycle approach changes everything • The neurochemical and nervous system shifts behind PMDD whiplash that make you feel like two different people   _________________________________ Links + Resources Mentioned: Instagram Posts PMDD Whiplash The PMDD Cycle PMDD Amnesia PMDD Denial Podcast Episodes Episode 2: Four Differences Between PMS and PMDD Episode 5: The Secret to Healing PMDD Episode 9: What Healing PMDD Actually Looks Like Blog Articles Differences Between PMS and PMDD PMDD vs. Bipolar Misdiagnosis Free Resource Symptom Mapping Kit   Help us spread PMDD Awareness and Hope: Rate & Review This Podcast PMDD awareness saves lives. Your 30-second review could be the reason another woman finally finds this podcast and discovers she's not alone, she's not "crazy," and there is hope. The woman who finds us because of your review might be in her darkest moment, searching for answers just like you once did. Please take a moment to rate PMDD Pep Talk and share how this podcast has helped you. Every review spreads awareness. Every bit of awareness has the power to save lives. _________________________________ Watch the episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/mthJG4wQyHQ _________________________________ You can find Jes: Instagram: @hermoodmentor Youtube: @hermoodmentor Website: https://hermoodmentor.com/ _________________________________ Looking for more support? ✦︎  Grab our FREE Symptom Mapping Kit- The first step to healing instead of dealing with your symptoms is to map your symptom pattern. https://courses.hermoodmentor.com/symptommappingkit Ready to learn how to reduce and manage your PMDD symptoms? ✦︎  Join us in the PMDD Rehab Course. https://hermoodmentor.com/pmdd-rehab-course  ✦︎  Work with us . Schedule your Intro Session with our onboarding team and lets run your symptom assessment! https://courses.hermoodmentor.com/offers/Amd9gW98

 13 Free Ways To Support PMDD Symptoms Discover 13 foundational, free (or low-cost) strategies that can transform your PMDD symptoms without spending a dime. Jes breaks down why these basics matter more than expensive supplements or complicated protocols, and shares practical ways to implement them even when you're struggling with worthiness or overwhelm.  _________________________________ What You'll Learn in This Episode: • Why foundational supports are non-negotiable—even the best supplements won't work without them • How to optimize your light relationship for better sleep, hormones, and mood regulation • Simple hydration strategies that support cellular communication and hormone detoxification • Sleep hygiene practices that work with your circadian rhythm • Nutritional foundations that don't require perfection or a big budget • How to navigate the mindset blocks that keep you from prioritizing free self-care  _________________________________ Key Quotes from This Episode: "You can meditate all day. You can pray all day. If you're not eating food, if you're not eating food regularly, if you're not eating to your total daily energy expenditure, if you're not eating macronutrient balanced meals, you will have symptoms." "Just because your symptoms are so severe, it doesn't mean you need a severe intervention to match that. The cumulative effect of many small changes and many small supports can make a huge difference." "Correcting, monitoring, and managing your relationship with light will change your life. Mic drop, end of story." "You don't need a lobotomy. You probably don't need a surgery. You don't even potentially need invasive medications."  _________________________________ Resources Mentioned: • Episode 5: "The Secret to Healing PMDD"  • Episode 6: "Rest versus Distraction"  • Episode 9: "What Healing PMDD Actually Looks Like"  • Episode 25: “Healing Through Subtraction for PMDD” • Seasonal Depression and PMDD Workshop  • Her Mood Mentor blog post on Vitamin D and PMDD • Her Mood Mentor programs and courses  _________________________________ Watch the episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/ZW7fVxwBNwc _________________________________ You can find Jes: Instagram: @hermoodmentor Youtube: @hermoodmentor Website: https://hermoodmentor.com/ _________________________________ Looking for more support? ✦︎  Grab our FREE Symptom Mapping Kit- The first step to healing instead of dealing with your symptoms is to map your symptom pattern. Ready to learn how to reduce and manage your PMDD symptoms? ✦︎  Join us in the PMDD Rehab Course.  ✦︎  Work with us  Schedule your Intro Session with our onboarding team and lets run your symptom assessment!    

When Alaina first reached out, she was drowning in a cycle of worsening PMDD symptoms while juggling work stress and ADHD. What started as occasional "waves of burnout" had escalated into a predictable pattern of debilitating symptoms affecting her for more than half of each cycle.    Her Initial Challenges: ❤️‍🩹 Severe fatigue and brain fog ❤️‍🩹 Overwhelming anxiety and overstimulation ❤️‍🩹 Difficulty concentrating at work ❤️‍🩹 Digestive issues and bloating ❤️‍🩹 Painful cramps and headaches ❤️‍🩹 Emerging depressive episodes with tearfulness   "I was noticing that it's not just a few days or a week. This was something where I feel like this is affecting me more than it's not," Alaina shared. "I was watching things get worse, but I was having such a hard time getting traction on my own." Over four transformative months in our PMDD Rehab & Nutritional Therapy Program, Alaina didn't just manage her symptoms – she reclaimed weeks of her life and discovered new levels of clarity and confidence.   Here's What Alaina Says Now: 👉 "I haven't had any totally sad days." 👉 "I'm thinking more clearly." 👉 "My baseline anxiety has definitely improved." 👉 "I'm able to sit with challenging feelings and recruit the skills and tools that I have." 👉 "I'm feeling like I'm able to take action more readily."   Alaina's story shows that even when PMDD symptoms are escalating and previous treatments have plateaued, transformation is possible. Through targeted nutritional therapy and structured support, she found relief and developed sustainable strategies for long-term management.   Her symptom transformation demonstrates that with proper support, you can: • Break free from the cycle of worsening symptoms • Develop clarity and confidence during challenging phases • Reduce baseline anxiety and emotional overwhelm • Improve sleep quality and energy levels • Learn to manage symptoms proactively rather than reactively • Regain control over your monthly cycle   ❤️ If this podcast has ever made you feel seen, less alone, or more hopeful in your healing—please take a moment to subscribe, rate, and review PMDD Pep Talk. Your words don’t just help us grow—they help someone in the depths of their cycle find this support when they need it most. Every subscribe click, rate, and review helps us reach more people who are still suffering in silence.  _________________________________ Watch the episode on Youtube https://youtu.be/5gxJjW0eO3E _________________________________ You can find Jes: Instagram: @hermoodmentor Youtube: @hermoodmentor Website: https://hermoodmentor.com/ _________________________________ Looking for more support? ✦︎  Grab our FREE Symptom Mapping Kit- The first step to healing instead of dealing with your symptoms is to map your symptom pattern. https://courses.hermoodmentor.com/symptommappingkit Ready to change your PMDD story?  Schedule your intro session and let's run your symptom assessment: https://courses.hermoodmentor.com/offers/Amd9gW98"  

Jade's PMDD Story and Symptom Transformation When Jade first reached out, she was facing a heartbreaking cycle of physical and emotional symptoms that controlled her life. She shared that for over two decades, she had been preparing for—and bracing against—two weeks of debilitating PMDD symptoms every single month.   For 23 years, 10–14 days each cycle were overwhelmed by a 575 point symptom burden—a mix of chronic pain, mood shifts, and emotional exhaustion.   Her Initial Struggles: Crushing anxiety and constant overthinking that turned small things into catastrophes Debilitating migraines, joint pain, and bloating Extreme noise sensitivity—even her cats' normal sounds became unbearable Depression so deep she couldn't face taking the bins out Uncontrollable irritability threatening her public-facing job A pattern of ending relationships during luteal phase, only to regret it later Days spent on the couch in pajamas eating junk food, then weeks trying to undo the damage Living a "half-life"—missing weddings, birthdays, and life events that fell during her "bad weeks" The medical system offered her three options: birth control (which hadn't worked), antidepressants (which left her feeling "flat" all month), or a hysterectomy. None of it made sense. None of it addressed why this was happening. Jade realized she was about to let PMDD ruin another relationship. Every time things got serious enough to move in together, her symptoms destroyed it. She couldn't hide the two weeks of chaos anymore. At 37, facing potentially another decade or more of this, she refused to accept that future.  Over just four months in our PMDD Program, Jade's symptom burden dropped by 314 points—from 575 to 221. Within her first month, she had barely any symptoms. By month three, she hadn't cried once. And here's the most remarkable part: Jade did our podcast interview on day 23 of her cycle—a day when she previously would have been sobbing on the couch in pajamas with a tub of ice cream. Here's What Jade Says Now: 👉 "I thought I was pregnant because I didn't have any symptoms. It's day 27 with nothing and I thought, 'This can't be a thing.'" 👉 "I have not cried once this month. I'm on day 23 doing this interview. I would NEVER have done this on day 23 before." 👉 "I have so much more free time because I'm not overthinking everything—I just go and do stuff now instead of spending hours in rumination spirals." 👉 "I'm not scared of my cycle anymore. I'm not actively avoiding life and scheduling everything around it." 👉 "I didn't think it could get this much better in this short of time. Even if I'd gotten a quarter of where I am now, it would've been worth it." Jade went from 10-14 days of moderate-severe symptoms each cycle to interviewing with us on day 23 feeling completely normal. She's attending family events without needing alcohol to cope. She's making plans without checking her cycle tracker first. She's living her full life—all 30 days of it. What Changed Everything: This wasn't about perfection or rigid restrictions. Through personalized nutrition, targeted supplementation based on her specific lab results, nervous system regulation, and shifting from "something's wrong with me" to "what's causing this?"—Jade found lasting freedom. She didn't overhaul her entire life. She made targeted changes that fit her routine: healthier versions of the meals she was already cooking, strategic supplements for her specific deficiencies, and mindset work that broke the cycle of self-blame and rumination. Jade's story proves that PMDD doesn't have to steal half your life, no matter how long you've been suffering. You don't have to choose between antidepressants that flatten you all month or a hysterectomy. You don't have to keep canceling plans, ending relationships during luteal, or living in fear of your own cycle. You don't have to spend another 20 years like this. With the right support, you can: Reclaim all 30 days instead of cramming life into two "good" weeks Stop the constant overthinking and rumination that steals your peace Show up for the relationships, events, and moments that matter Break free from the guilt and shame of canceled plans and mood swings Trust your body again and know how to support it through your cycle Jade went from 10–14 days of moderate to severe symptoms to just 1–2 days of mild to moderate symptoms—a 314-point reduction in symptom burden (from 575 to 261). Jade didn't just reduce her symptoms—she got her life back. And after 20 years of suffering, she did it in four months.   🎧 Listen to Jade's full episode to hear how she went from two decades of PMDD chaos to symptom-free cycles—and what she wishes she'd known sooner.  _________________________________  ❤️ If this podcast has ever made you feel seen, less alone, or more hopeful in your healing—please take a moment to subscribe, rate, and review PMDD Pep Talk. Your words don’t just help us grow—they help someone in the depths of their cycle find this support when they need it most. Every subscribe click, rate, and review helps us reach more people who are still suffering in silence.  _________________________________ Watch the episode on Youtube https://youtu.be/0Ar1W71La5s _________________________________ You can find Jes: Instagram: @hermoodmentor Youtube: @hermoodmentor Website: https://hermoodmentor.com/ _________________________________ Looking for more support? ✦︎  Grab our FREE Symptom Mapping Kit- The first step to healing instead of dealing with your symptoms is to map your symptom pattern. ✦︎ Work with us - Schedule a session with our client onboarding team. We will run your symptom assessment to uncover drivers behind your bad moods and chat options for next steps.  

Healing PMDD Through Subtraction for PMDD What if managing your PMDD symptoms isn't about adding more to your plate—but about removing what's making things worse? In this eye-opening episode, Jes introduces the powerful concept of "healing through subtraction" and reveals how strategically removing certain foods, habits, relationships, and environmental factors can dramatically improve your PMDD symptoms. If you've felt stuck despite trying everything, this fresh perspective on healing might be exactly what you need to finally see real progress. _________________________________ What You'll Learn in This Episode: • Why healing through subtraction is often more powerful than constantly adding new treatments and how this overlooked approach can break through healing plateaus • The specific dietary subtractions that support hormone balance including alcohol, caffeine, refined carbohydrates, artificial sweeteners, and inflammatory oils—and exactly why each one impacts your PMDD symptoms • How toxic relationships, obligation clutter, and people-pleasing drain your capacity to manage symptoms and practical ways to create boundaries during your luteal phase • Environmental and digital factors that overstimulate your nervous system from doom scrolling and news consumption to physical clutter and constant background noise • A simple framework for deciding what to subtract first by identifying what's actively harming you versus what's just draining your energy • Why symptom mapping is essential when making subtractions so you can actually see what's working instead of telling yourself "nothing helps" _________________________________ Key Quotes from This Episode: "Healing through subtraction is not about perfection or deprivation. It's about reclaiming your energy, reclaiming your moods, reclaiming your hormone balance, reclaiming your sense of self." "PMDD isn't just about what you add. Sometimes the most powerful medicine is removing what doesn't serve you. Your body has incredible capacity to rebalance when given the chance, and subtraction creates space for true healing." "We're always thinking about what do I need to do? What do I need to add? What needs to change? It's always in the lens of adding more, doing more things, and sometimes that's needed. But healing through subtraction is not discussed enough." _________________________________ Episode Highlights: [03:05] - Introduction to healing through subtraction and why this approach is rarely discussed in PMDD treatment [06:56] - Dietary subtractions: How alcohol disrupts estrogen metabolism and liver detoxification [08:59] - Why caffeine increases cortisol and disrupts the HPA axis (and how to transition to water-processed decaf) [11:22] - The impact of highly processed foods on inflammation, gut health, and the estrobolome [14:43] - Relational and social subtractions: Evaluating toxic relationships and work demands that worsen symptoms [18:32] - Mental and environmental load: Addressing physical clutter, digital chaos, and obligation overload [21:03] - The controversial but life-changing decision to subtract news media consumption [25:05] - Lifestyle subtractions: Over-exercise, sleep disruptors, and the people-pleasing trap [27:59] - Framework for prioritizing subtractions: What's actively harming you vs. what's draining your energy _________________________________ Resources Mentioned: • Her Mood Mentor Symptom Mapping Kit - Track your symptoms as you make subtractions to see what's actually working: • Episode 11: The "I've Tried Everything for PMDD" Mindset - Reframing the damaging belief that nothing helps • Episode 6: Rest vs. Distraction - Understanding the difference between true rest and doom scrolling • Her Mood Mentor One-to-One Program - Where values work begins after symptom mapping to align your life with what matters most _________________________________ Ready to start healing through subtraction? Begin by choosing just one area from this episode—whether it's swapping to water-processed decaf, reducing screen time before bed, or setting boundaries with draining relationships. Map your symptoms for 2-3 cycles to see the impact, and share your subtraction journey with Jes via DM. Remember: sometimes the most powerful healing happens when you remove what doesn't serve you. _________________________________ Help us spread PMDD Awareness and Hope: Rate & Review This Podcast PMDD awareness saves lives. Your 30-second review could be the reason another woman finally finds this podcast and discovers she's not alone, she's not "crazy," and there is hope. The woman who finds us because of your review might be in her darkest moment, searching for answers just like you once did. Please take a moment to rate PMDD Pep Talk and share how this podcast has helped you. Every review spreads awareness. Every bit of awareness has the power to save lives. _________________________________ Watch the episode on Youtube _________________________________ You can find Jes: Instagram: @hermoodmentor Youtube: @hermoodmentor Website: https://hermoodmentor.com/   Website: https://hermoodmentor.com/ _________________________________ Looking for more support? ✦︎  Grab our FREE Symptom Mapping Kit- The first step to healing instead of dealing with your symptoms is to map your symptom pattern. Ready to learn how to reduce and manage your PMDD symptoms? ✦︎  Join us in the PMDD Rehab Course. ✦︎  Work with us Schedule your Intro Session with our onboarding team and lets run your symptom assessment!  

 Advocating for Yourself: How to Confidently Navigate Doctor Visits with PMDD In this solo episode of PMDD Pep Talk, Jes Fleming—Board-Certified Nutritional Therapist and PMDD Coach—shares how to confidently advocate for yourself in medical settings when seeking help for PMDD (Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder) or PMS-related mood symptoms. You’ll learn what to bring to your appointment, how to talk to your provider, and how to protect yourself from medical gaslighting so you can finally feel heard, validated, and supported. Whether you’re early in your PMDD journey or trying to find a doctor who takes you seriously, this episode gives you the tools and mindset to walk into your next appointment feeling prepared and empowered.   What You’ll Learn in This Episode • Why it takes women an average of 20 years to get an accurate PMDD diagnosis—and how to shorten that timeline• How to collect and present your PMDD symptom data for better medical support• The essential questions to ask your doctor or healthcare provider• A simple advocacy phrase that can shift power dynamics in your favor• How to recognize red flags and when to walk away from dismissive providers• Post-appointment steps that keep your healing on track   Key Quotes > “You are the steward of your health—and you’ll always be the best steward of your health.”> “If a provider refuses testing or treatment, ask them to document in your chart that you requested it and it was denied.”> “Treat your appointment like an interview—you’re hiring them as much as they’re treating you.”   Resources Mentioned • Free Symptom Mapping Kit– Track your cyclical symptoms and patterns for your provider• PMDD Diagnostic Criteria (DSM-5) – Print and bring to your appointment• IAPMD (International Association for Premenstrual Disorders) – Educational handouts on PMDD• Episode 11 – The “I’ve Tried Everything for PMDD” Mindset• Episode 21 – Shocking PMDD Statistics No One Talks About (Plus My Dad’s Reaction)• Her Mood Mentor One-to-One Comprehensive Program – Functional lab testing, nutritional therapy, and personalized support   Research Articles Cited: Chan K, Rubtsova AA, Clark CJ. Exploring diagnosis and treatment of premenstrual dysphoric disorder in the U.S. healthcare system: a qualitative investigation. BMC Womens Health. 2023 May 17;23(1):272. doi: 10.1186/s12905-023-02334-y. PMID: 37198676; PMCID: PMC10193729. Osborn E, Wittkowski A, Brooks J, Briggs PE, O'Brien PMS. Women's experiences of receiving a diagnosis of premenstrual dysphoric disorder: a qualitative investigation. BMC Womens Health. 2020 Oct 28;20(1):242. doi: 10.1186/s12905-020-01100-8. PMID: 33115437; PMCID: PMC7594422.   PMDD, Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder, PMS, menstrual health, hormone imbalance, women’s health, PMDD podcast, PMDD diagnosis, PMDD treatment, patient advocacy, medical gaslighting, holistic health, Her Mood Mentor, Jess Fleming, PMDD coach, mental health for women, cycle awareness, hormone health, PMS mood symptoms    

Emily's PMDD Story and Symptom Transformation When Emily first reached out, she was facing a decade-long struggle with debilitating PMDD symptoms that left her feeling hopeless and disconnected from her life. She described spending half of every month just trying to hold things together, navigating a storm of emotional and physical symptoms that disrupted her relationships, career, and confidence.   Her Initial Challenges: • Intense mood swings and crying spells • Debilitating depression and anxiety • Bloating and tension headaches • Rejection sensitivity and negative thought spirals • Rage that led to isolation and emotional shutdown   Over just 4 months in our PMDD Program, Emily didn’t just shorten her symptom window— she stepped into a version of herself she hadn’t felt in years: clear, calm, and confident.    Here's What Emily Says Now: 👉 “I’m only having a few days of symptoms instead of 2 weeks.” 👉 “I am capable and feeling more confident.” 👉 “I haven’t had any rage.” 👉 “I’ve been able to show up to my life now that I’m not feeling awful.”    The numbers tell the story: Emily went from 14 days of moderate-severe symptoms to just 3 days of mild-to-moderate symptoms per cycle—a transformation she once thought was out of reach.   Emily’s story demonstrates that PMDD doesn't have to define your life. Through root-cause healing, personalized support, and real tools for lasting change, she found clarity, control, and confidence. With the right guidance, you can:  • Avoid drastic medications or endless trial-and-error • Heal naturally and holistically • Break free from the emotional rollercoaster • Experience consistent, manageable cycles • Reclaim your energy, relationships, and sense of self   ❤️ If this podcast has ever made you feel seen, less alone, or more hopeful in your healing—please take a moment to subscribe, rate, and review PMDD Pep Talk. Your words don’t just help us grow—they help someone in the depths of their cycle find this support when they need it most. Every subscribe click, rate, and review helps us reach more people who are still suffering in silence.  _________________________________ Watch the episode on Youtube https://youtu.be/95rGP8843so _________________________________ You can find Jes: Instagram: @hermoodmentor Youtube: @hermoodmentor Website: https://hermoodmentor.com/ _________________________________ Looking for more support? ✦︎  Grab our FREE Symptom Mapping Kit- The first step to healing instead of dealing with your symptoms is to map your symptom pattern. https://courses.hermoodmentor.com/symptommappingkit ✦︎ Work with us - Schedule a session with our client onboarding team. We will run your symptom assessment to uncover drivers behind your bad moods and chat options for next steps.  

The Hidden Gift Behind Your PMDD Mom Rage with Amanda Curry PT, DPT What if your mom rage isn't something to fix, but something to understand? In this powerful conversation with trauma-informed physical therapist and somatic coach Amanda Curry PT, DPT, we explore the hidden gifts beneath anger and rage, why "calming down" isn't always the answer, and how your anger center is directly connected to your personal power. This episode will shift how you think about your emotions and open up possibilities you never imagined. Meet Amanda: Amanda Curry is a trauma-informed Doctor of Physical Therapy, Certified Oncology Specialist, Training Camp for the Soul™ Master Facilitator, Breathwork Facilitator, Inner child and Reparenting Coach  Amanda has a fierce commitment to supporting those who struggle with feeling they are “ too much” and are tired of living in shame and denial of their true essence.   What You'll Learn in This Episode: • Why your anger is actually a communication system and boundary violation alert - not a character flaw • The three-part "triune" approach to somatic work that addresses your physical, emotional, and spiritual body • How to start building safety with your emotions through simple noticing and witnessing practices • Why your anger center is directly connected to your personal power and autonomy • The difference between regulating emotions and trying to control them • How societal conditioning keeps women disconnected from their natural emotional range   Key Quotes from This Episode: "Your anger center is directly related to your power center. On the other side or through the expression of your anger, you actually drop the mask or the pattern or the belief, and what you get to access is your personal power and autonomy." "The goal is for you to be more present and not perfect. If you can be equipped with tools to go from a 10 to a six or an eight to a four, that is doing something." "Healing PMDD isn't just about managing symptoms, it's about transforming your life. This challenge, as brutal as it can be, is an invitation to know yourself more deeply and live a more joyful purpose filled life."   Episode Highlights: [00:02:20] - Meet Amanda Curry: From traditional physical therapy to somatic healing [00:06:02] - The unraveling that led to discovering mom rage and new forms of healing [00:13:17] - Breaking down what somatic work really means: the three-part soma approach [00:21:32] - Amanda's personal experience with mom rage and the "new elevation of fire" [00:28:16] - Why we don't feel safe with anger and the cultural conditioning behind it [00:36:30] - The connection between mom/dad relationships and how we process emotions [00:45:18] - Understanding anger as data: boundary violations and unmet needs [00:50:27] - Practical first steps: How to start noticing sensations in your body [00:54:32] - When to move energy vs. when to just be with it [01:02:58] - The fear of what's on the other side of letting go of anger patterns     Help us spread PMDD Awareness and Hope: Rate & Review This Podcast PMDD awareness saves lives. Your 30-second review could be the reason another woman finally finds this podcast and discovers she's not alone, she's not "crazy," and there is hope. The woman who finds us because of your review might be in her darkest moment, searching for answers just like you once did. Please take a moment to rate PMDD Pep Talk and share how this podcast has helped you. Every review spreads awareness. Every bit of awareness has the power to save lives. _________________________________ Watch the episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/iVII6DbiTns _________________________________ You can find Jes: Instagram: @hermoodmentor Youtube: @hermoodmentor Website: https://hermoodmentor.com/ _________________________________ You can find Amanda: Instagram: @thesomaticdpt Amanda's Resources: https://linktr.ee/thesomaticdpt _________________________________ Looking for more support? ✦︎  Grab our FREE Symptom Mapping Kit- The first step to healing instead of dealing with your symptoms is to map your symptom pattern. https://courses.hermoodmentor.com/symptommappingkit ✦︎ Work with us - Schedule a session with our client onboarding team. We will run your symptom assessment to uncover drivers behind your bad moods and chat options for next steps. Ready to learn how to reduce and manage your PMDD symptoms? ✦︎  Join us in the PMDD Rehab Course. https://hermoodmentor.com/pmdd-rehab-course    

The Shocking PMDD Statistics No One Talks About (+ My Dad's Reaction) This isn't your typical pep talk episode, but it's the most important conversation we need to have. Jes and her dad Chris dive deep into the shocking 2022 research linking PMDD to self-harm and suicidal ideation, sharing Jes's personal 17-year journey with undiagnosed PMDD and the precursors that lead women down this devastating path. This raw, honest conversation offers hope and practical insights for breaking the dangerous cycle of silence.   Important Note: This episode discusses self-harm and suicidal ideation. If you're experiencing active thoughts of self-harm, please reach out to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or your local emergency services. Your hosts are not clinical counselors and cannot provide crisis intervention.   What You'll Learn in This Episode: • The devastating statistics from 2022 research: 72% of PMDD patients experience suicidal thoughts, 49% make plans, and 34% attempt suicide • The hidden precursors to self-injurious thoughts, including automatic negative thoughts and how they spiral during the luteal phase • Why isolation and shame fuel the cycle of self-harm, and how breaking the silence can be life-saving • The various forms of self-sabotage beyond physical harm (running, fighting, disordered eating, perfectionism, risky behaviors) • How trauma and nervous system dysregulation connect to PMDD and self-harm patterns • The importance of communicating with your support system about what's really happening in your mind   Key Quotes from This Episode: "PMDD awareness is suicide prevention - I'm not hyping this up here. This is reality." "You cannot think 'I'm worthless' 25 times in one minute... for 14 days and not end up with self-injurious thoughts and behaviors." "Healing PMDD isn't just about managing symptoms, it's about transforming your life. This challenge, as brutal as it can be, is an invitation to know yourself more deeply."   Episode Highlights: [00:06:36] - The shocking 2022 BMC Psychiatry study statistics that shook the PMDD world [00:18:59] - How automatic negative thoughts create a spiral leading to self-harm [00:27:20] - The various forms of self-sabotage women don't recognize as self-harm [00:45:48] - Dad's perspective on learning about Jes's 17 years of hidden struggle [00:56:22] - How breaking the silence transformed their relationship and Jes's life   Resources Mentioned: • BMC Psychiatry 2022 study: "Prevalence of Lifetime Self-Injurious Thoughts and Behaviors in a Global Sample of 599 Patients Reporting Prospectively Confirmed Diagnosis with Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder" -https://bmcpsychiatry.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12888-022-03851-0 • PMDD Rehab program lesson on automatic negative thoughts and self-sabotage https://hermoodmentor.com/pmdd-rehab-course • Automatic negative thoughts workbook - https://courses.hermoodmentor.com/offers/z3VZsifo • Symptom mapping kit (free resource for tracking PMDD patterns) https://courses.hermoodmentor.com/symptommappingkit • National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 988      ________________________________________________________ Help us spread PMDD Awareness and Hope: Rate & Review This Podcast PMDD awareness saves lives. Your 30-second review could be the reason another woman finally finds this podcast and discovers she's not alone, she's not "crazy," and there is hope. The woman who finds us because of your review might be in her darkest moment, searching for answers just like you once did. Please take a moment to rate PMDD Pep Talk and share how this podcast has helped you. Every review spreads awareness. Every bit of awareness has the power to save lives. _________________________________ Watch the episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/FqJi1Z3X_pg _________________________________ You can find Jes: Instagram: @hermoodmentor Youtube: @hermoodmentor Website: https://hermoodmentor.com/ _________________________________ Looking for more support? ✦︎  Grab our FREE Symptom Mapping Kit- The first step to healing instead of dealing with your symptoms is to map your symptom pattern. https://courses.hermoodmentor.com/symptommappingkit ✦︎ Work with us - Schedule a session with our client onboarding team. We will run your symptom assessment to uncover drivers behind your bad moods and chat options for next steps. Ready to learn how to reduce and manage your PMDD symptoms? ✦︎  Join us in the PMDD Rehab Course. https://hermoodmentor.com/pmdd-rehab-course    

When Carly first reached out, she was facing relentless PMDD symptoms that were disrupting her daily life, marriage, and mental health. She had been battling these symptoms since the age of 16—18 years of monthly chaos that consumed most of her cycle.   For nearly two decades, Carly was spending 21 days each month dealing with overwhelming emotional and physical symptoms that stole her energy, peace, and joy.   Her Initial Challenges: • Crushing depression • Hopelessness and anxiety • Intense rage • Restless legs and insomnia • Severe bloating and hormonal acne • Suicidal ideation • Poor sleep and extreme emotional dysregulation   Over just a few months in our PMDD Program, Carly's symptom burden decreased by 223 points, from 444 to 221. She didn’t just survive her luteal phase—she reclaimed her life, her confidence, and her calm.    Here's What Carly Says Now: 👉 “I’m not filled with rage in luteal.” 👉 “I didn’t have any suicidal ideation.” 👉 “I feel better than I ever did on antidepressants.” 👉 “Our house has a happier energy.” 👉 “I cannot believe I’m having symptom-free cycles without medication.”    Carly went from 21 days of moderate-severe symptoms each cycle to zero severe symptoms recorded in her fourth symptom map—a complete transformation without medication.    Carly’s story demonstrates that PMDD doesn't have to rule your life. Through an individualized, root-cause approach, she found lasting relief and emotional freedom. Her transformation proves that with proper support, you can:  • Avoid relying solely on SSRIs or birth control • Improve naturally and sustainably • Regain your emotional balance and joy • Experience consistent symptom-free cycles • Take back control over your body, mind, and life   ❤️ If this podcast has ever made you feel seen, less alone, or more hopeful in your healing—please take a moment to subscribe, rate, and review PMDD Pep Talk. Your words don’t just help us grow—they help someone in the depths of their cycle find this support when they need it most. Every subscribe click, rate, and review helps us reach more people who are still suffering in silence.  _________________________________ Watch the episode on Youtube https://youtu.be/xg8gaYEm9Sg _________________________________ You can find Jes: Instagram: @hermoodmentor Youtube: @hermoodmentor Website: https://hermoodmentor.com/ _________________________________ Looking for more support? ✦︎  Grab our FREE Symptom Mapping Kit- The first step to healing instead of dealing with your symptoms is to map your symptom pattern.  ✦︎ Work with us - Schedule a session with our client onboarding team. We will run your symptom assessment to uncover drivers behind your bad moods and chat options for next steps.  

Why We Don't Heal for Ourselves (And Why That's Actually Beautiful) After seven years of working with PMDD clients, Jess shares a profound mindset shift that happened during a recent consultation call. She explores why so many women seek PMDD healing to help their loved ones rather than themselves—and why this motivation is actually a beautiful gift rather than something to be frustrated about. This episode reveals how changing our thinking patterns can transform our entire perspective and offers hope for your own healing journey. What You'll Learn in This Episode: • Why seeking healing for others isn't a sign of low self-worth—it's actually beautiful • How thought patterns can shift naturally as you heal, without "muscling" them into place • The difference between physical and psychological PMDD symptoms and how they affect identity • Why celebrating small shifts and progress is crucial for rewiring your brain • Real-life examples of how PMDD healing transforms women's lives in unexpected ways   Key Quotes from This Episode: "There is nothing either good or bad, but thinking makes it so." - Shakespeare "What a beautiful thing that you love someone so much that you care so much about someone else that you are willing to do whatever it takes." "The psychological symptoms can get integrated into your sense of being a lot deeper for a lot longer before you build the awareness and understanding to take action to change it."   Resources Mentioned: • Tame Your Inner Critic Workbook (mentioned as a tool for changing thought patterns) • PMDD Pep Talk episode on suicidal ideation and PMDD- coming soon • Shakespeare's quote: "There is nothing either good or bad, but thinking makes it so"   Connect with Jes & the Her Mood Mentor Team: Instagram: @hermoodmentor Youtube: @hermoodmentor Website: https://hermoodmentor.com/   Looking for more support? ✦︎  Grab our FREE Symptom Mapping Kit- The first step to healing instead of dealing with your symptoms is to map your symptom pattern. https://courses.hermoodmentor.com/symptommappingkit  ✦︎ Work with us - Schedule a session with our client onboarding team. We will run your symptom assessment to uncover drivers behind your bad moods and chat options for next steps. Ready to learn how to reduce and manage your PMDD symptoms? ✦︎  Join us in the PMDD Rehab Course. https://hermoodmentor.com/pmdd-rehab-course _________________________________________________________________________________ A Note from Jes: This episode came from a real-time shift I experienced while working with a client—one of those beautiful moments where the work I do with others reflected back and healed something in me. If you've ever felt like you're not "enough" reason to heal for yourself, I want you to know that whatever motivates you to get better is valid and beautiful. Your love for others can be the catalyst that transforms your life, and there's nothing wrong with that.   Help Save Lives: Rate & Review This Podcast PMDD awareness literally saves lives. Your 30-second review could be the reason another woman finally finds this podcast and discovers she's not alone, she's not "crazy," and there is hope. The woman who finds us because of your review might be in her darkest moment, searching for answers just like you once did. Please take a moment to rate us 5 stars and share how this podcast has helped you—your voice could help save a life. Every review spreads awareness. Every bit of awareness saves lives. Remember: Your PMDD symptoms are not your personality. Your suffering is real, your experience is valid, and your future is brighter than your symptoms suggest. _____________________________________________________________________________________ Watch the episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/lPqpqN2xKp0          

 Navigating PMDD, Self-Compassion, and Identity with Nicole In this episode of PMDD Pep Talk, Jes sits down with Nicole from Dope Kitchen to explore the emotional and psychological challenges of living with PMDD. Through a raw and heartfelt discussion, they uncover the complexities of self-compassion, identity shifts, and the impact of PMDD on personal growth. Nicole opens up about her journey—from grappling with feelings of self-doubt and frustration to finding a path toward self-acceptance and healing. Together, they discuss the power of self-awareness, strategies for managing PMDD’s emotional rollercoaster, and how embracing one’s experience can lead to profound transformation. Episode Highlights:✨ How PMDD shapes self-perception and identity ✨ The role of self-compassion in healing and resilience ✨ Coping strategies for navigating emotional highs and lows ✨ The impact of PMDD on relationships and personal goals ✨ Practical tips for advocating for yourself and finding support This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking validation, community, and practical insights into living with PMDD. Tune in for an honest, empowering conversation that reminds you—you are not alone.   ❤️ If this podcast has ever made you feel seen, less alone, or more hopeful in your healing—please take a moment to subscribe, rate, and review PMDD Pep Talk. Your words don’t just help us grow—they help someone in the depths of their cycle find this support when they need it most. Every subscribe click, rate, and review helps us reach more people who are still suffering in silence.  _________________________________ Watch the conversation on Youtube: https://youtu.be/sdqHKfHlCHA _________________________________ Find Nicole: Instagram: @dope_kitchen Youtube: @DopeKitchen _________________________________ You can find Jes: Instagram: @hermoodmentor Youtube: @hermoodmentor Website: https://hermoodmentor.com/ _________________________________ Looking for more support? ✦︎  Grab our FREE Symptom Mapping Kit- The first step to healing instead of dealing with your symptoms is to map your symptom pattern. https://courses.hermoodmentor.com/symptommappingkit  ✦︎ Work with us - Schedule a session with our client onboarding team. We will run your symptom assessment to uncover drivers behind your bad moods and chat options for next steps. Ready to learn how to reduce and manage your PMDD symptoms? ✦︎  Join us in the PMDD Rehab Course. https://hermoodmentor.com/pmdd-rehab-course

 Host of the Breaking Your Cycle summit, Nichola Smith, interviews Jes Fleming, a nutritional therapist and integrative menstrual health educator who transformed her 17-year struggle with undiagnosed PMDD into a mission to help other women. After being misdiagnosed as bipolar and reaching a crisis point in 2017, Jes discovered approaches that gave her a symptom-free period within just 3 months. She now runs Her Mood Mentor Virtual Premenstrual Clinic, helping women reclaim their lives from severe premenstrual symptoms. Episode Highlights: What is PMDD? Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder - much more severe than regular PMS Occurs during luteal phase (up to 14-16 days before period) Includes rage, depression, anxiety, brain fog, severe physical symptoms Affects daily functioning and relationships Root Causes Genetic factors (30-80% heritability) Sensitivity to hormone fluctuations (especially progesterone metabolite) HPA axis dysregulation and trauma connections Links to neurodivergence (ADHD) Natural Solutions Nutrition: 75+ grams protein daily, blood sugar regulation, mineral support Gut Health: 90% of serotonin made in gut; proper digestion essential for hormone detox Sleep & Light: Blue light management, circadian rhythm optimization Nervous System: Blood sugar stability as foundation before other interventions   Practical Action Symptom Mapping: Track symptoms visually for 2-3 months to identify patterns, aid diagnosis, and target specific issues   Takeaway  Recovery is possible when addressing root causes rather than just managing symptoms.   ❤️ If this podcast has ever made you feel seen, less alone, or more hopeful in your healing—please take a moment to subscribe, rate, and review PMDD Pep Talk. Your words don’t just help us grow—they help someone in the depths of their cycle find this support when they need it most. Every subscribe click, rate, and review helps us reach more people who are still suffering in silence.  _________________________________ Watch the episode on Youtube:  https://youtu.be/y9BSynR6ZjY _________________________________ You can find Jes: Instagram: @hermoodmentor Youtube: @hermoodmentor Website: https://hermoodmentor.com/ _________________________________ Looking for more support? ✦︎  Grab our FREE Symptom Mapping Kit- The first step to healing instead of dealing with your symptoms is to map your symptom pattern. https://courses.hermoodmentor.com/symptommappingkit  ✦︎ Work with us - Schedule a session with our client onboarding team. We will run your symptom assessment to uncover drivers behind your bad moods and chat options for next steps. Ready to learn how to reduce and manage your PMDD symptoms? ✦︎  Join us in the PMDD Rehab Course.

Rachael sought help in November 2024 with a significant symptom burden of 440 points on her assessment. For over two years following the birth of her second son, she had been experiencing:  Intense anger and rage  Severe mood swings  Depression  Symptoms lasting 10-14 days each cycle   These symptoms were profoundly affecting her relationships with her husband and parents, as well as impairing her ability to parent effectively.   By early March 2025, Rachael's follow-up assessment showed remarkable improvement:  Final symptom burden: 193 points  Total reduction: 247 points  Reduced symptoms in severity and duration  Duration: Approximately 4 months of support   Rachael expressed the profound impact of the program on her life:  "I don't hate myself anymore."  "I feel happy and hopeful and so much less doom and dread."  "I'm not scared to go out in my luteal phase."  "I was surviving before and now I'm enjoying my life, my kids, my marriage and myself.”   These statements reflect not just symptom reduction but a fundamental shift in her self-perception, emotional well-being, and ability to engage with the world—particularly during what was previously her most challenging time of the month.   Rachael's case demonstrates the life-changing potential of addressing cyclical mood and emotional disorders with comprehensive and personalized protocols.   ❤️ If this podcast has ever made you feel seen, less alone, or more hopeful in your healing—please take a moment to subscribe, rate, and review PMDD Pep Talk. Your words don’t just help us grow—they help someone in the depths of their cycle find this support when they need it most. Every subscribe click, rate, and review helps us reach more people who are still suffering in silence.  _________________________________ Watch the episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/EXNWY3HsZeY _________________________________ You can find Jes: Instagram: @hermoodmentor Youtube: @hermoodmentor Website: https://hermoodmentor.com/ _________________________________ Looking for more support? ✦︎  Grab our FREE Symptom Mapping Kit- The first step to healing instead of dealing with your symptoms is to map your symptom pattern. https://courses.hermoodmentor.com/symptommappingkit  ✦︎ Work with us - Schedule a session with our client onboarding team. We will run your symptom assessment to uncover drivers behind your bad moods and chat options for next steps. Ready to learn how to reduce and manage your PMDD symptoms? ✦︎  Join us in the PMDD Rehab Course. https://hermoodmentor.com/pmdd-rehab-course      

Unlocking Pleasure, Connection, and Confidence with the Libido Fairy In this episode, Jes sits down with Hannah Deindorfer, a sex and intimacy coach affectionately known as the Libido Fairy. With a background in somatic therapy and trauma-informed coaching, Hannah helps women with low libido rediscover pleasure and cultivate thriving relationships. Together, Jes and Hannah break down myths around sex, pleasure, and long-term intimacy, exploring everything from responsive desire to scheduling sex and redefining what intimacy looks like. Hannah shares her personal journey from disconnection to empowerment, revealing practical tips for bridging daily life and intimacy with a partner. They dive deep into pleasure physiology, why 12-minute encounters aren't enough, and the societal misconceptions that hold women back from fully embracing their sexual and emotional selves. Whether you're navigating PMDD, hormonal challenges, or just looking to enhance your connection, this episode is packed with relatable advice, education, and inspiration. Get ready for candid conversation, myth-busting insights, and tangible takeaways to revolutionize your intimate life.   Episode Highlights: - How understanding responsive desire and the importance of tumescence can transform sexual experiences - Busting myths around spontaneity in sex and redefining what intimacy looks like in long-term relationships - The power of education in overcoming shame and unlocking pleasure - Practical tips for bridging daily life and intimacy, including scheduling sex and creating a "sex menu" - The surprising ripple effects of sexual healing on confidence, communication, and overall well-being   ❤️ If this podcast has ever made you feel seen, less alone, or more hopeful in your healing—please take a moment to subscribe, rate, and review PMDD Pep Talk. Your words don’t just help us grow—they help someone in the depths of their cycle find this support when they need it most. Every subscribe click, rate, and review helps us reach more people who are still suffering in silence.  _________________________________ Watch the conversation on Youtube: https://youtu.be/OjicmbHLuwg _________________________________ Find Hannah: Instagram: @thelibidofairy Youtube: @thelibidofairy _________________________________ You can find Jes: Instagram: @hermoodmentor Youtube: @hermoodmentor Website: https://hermoodmentor.com/ _________________________________ Looking for more support? ✦︎  Grab our FREE Symptom Mapping Kit- The first step to healing instead of dealing with your symptoms is to map your symptom pattern. https://courses.hermoodmentor.com/symptommappingkit  ✦︎ Work with us - Schedule a session with our client onboarding team. We will run your symptom assessment to uncover drivers behind your bad moods and chat options for next steps. Ready to learn how to reduce and manage your PMDD symptoms? ✦︎  Join us in the PMDD Rehab Course. https://hermoodmentor.com/pmdd-rehab-course

From Desperation to Hope - Maia's PMDD Healing Journey In this episode, Jes interviews Maia, who battled devastating premenstrual symptoms that consumed her life for over 20 years. For two decades, Maia struggled with severe psychological and physical symptoms that impacted her entire existence, affecting her relationships, career, and sense of self. Her Symptoms Included: Severe anxiety lasting 7-10 days Intense irritability and sensitivity Persistent suicidal thoughts Extreme self-criticism Debilitating breast tenderness Chronic fatigue Irregular menstrual cycles (40-55 days) Despite trying various treatments including birth control and holistic approaches, Maia found no relief—until she discovered an integrative approach to managing her PMDD. Remarkable Transformation: Started working with Jes in September 2023 Initial state: Severe symptoms across psychological and physical domains Results after just 3 months: Reduced symptomatic days from 10+ to 5 Normalized cycle length from 40-55 days down to 33/34 days No severe symptoms in final tracked cycle Significant reduction in symptom intensity Improved self-understanding and body connection Regained hope and life purpose Maia's Breakthrough Quotes: "I'm not going to gaslight myself about this anymore" "Small actions taken imperfectly create big changes" "This feels like the beginning of something incredible" "I felt so disconnected from my cycle my whole life" "There are possibilities in the air now" From feeling fundamentally broken to discovering cycle wisdom, Maia's story is a beacon of hope for anyone struggling with PMDD. Her journey proves that with the right support, education, and personalized intervention, transformative healing is possible. Key Message: PMDD is just a chapter in your story—not the entire book. Maia's Message: Trust yourself. You are more capable than you believe, and healing is possible, even after decades of suffering.   ❤️ If this podcast has ever made you feel seen, less alone, or more hopeful in your healing—please take a moment to subscribe, rate, and review PMDD Pep Talk. Your words don’t just help us grow—they help someone in the depths of their cycle find this support when they need it most. Every subscribe click, rate, and review helps us reach more people who are still suffering in silence.  _________________________________ Watch the conversation on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LD4wMPN0hVE _________________________________   You can find Jes: Instagram: @hermoodmentor Youtube: @hermoodmentor Website: https://hermoodmentor.com/ _________________________________ Looking for more support? ✦︎  Grab our FREE Symptom Mapping Kit- The first step to healing instead of dealing with your symptoms is to map your symptom pattern. https://courses.hermoodmentor.com/symptommappingkit  ✦︎ Work with us - Schedule a session with our client onboarding team. We will run your symptom assessment to uncover drivers behind your bad moods and chat options for next steps. Ready to learn how to reduce and manage your PMDD symptoms? ✦︎  Join us in the PMDD Rehab Course. https://hermoodmentor.com/pmdd-rehab-course

In this episode of PMDD Pep Talk, Jes welcomes Monica Grohne, hormone health coach, certified personal trainer, and founder of Marea. Monica shares her transformative journey from enduring severe PMDD symptoms for 17 years to becoming the CEO of a groundbreaking wellness brand designed to support women's hormonal health. They discuss the challenges of navigating PMDD, the power of micronutrients for symptom management, and Monica's creation of Marea—a drinkable supplement that simplifies the path to better cycles. Monica offers insights on the importance of awareness, curiosity, and self-compassion throughout the PMDD journey. Episode Highlights:- Monica’s journey from PMDD diagnosis to CEO of a wellness brand - How micronutrients can play a foundational role in symptom relief - The power of curiosity and self-awareness in managing hormonal changes - Behind-the-scenes insights into building Marea and iterating on feedback from the PMDD community - Redefining success as a business owner with PMDD This episode is packed with wisdom, encouragement, and innovative solutions for anyone navigating PMS or PMDD. Don’t miss this empowering conversation!   ❤️ If this podcast has ever made you feel seen, less alone, or more hopeful in your healing—please take a moment to subscribe, rate, and review PMDD Pep Talk. Your words don’t just help us grow—they help someone in the depths of their cycle find this support when they need it most. Every subscribe click, rate, and review helps us reach more people who are still suffering in silence.  _____________________________________ Want to try Marea's PMS Elixir? Shop it here! Use code HERMOODMENTOR for 15% off _________________________________ Watch the conversation on Youtube: https://youtu.be/mUk1X4ou4K0 _________________________________ Find Monica: Instagram: @monicagrohne  Marea Instagram: @mareawellness _________________________________ You can find Jes: Instagram: @hermoodmentor Youtube: @hermoodmentor Website: https://hermoodmentor.com/ _________________________________ Looking for more support? ✦︎  Grab our FREE Symptom Mapping Kit- The first step to healing instead of dealing with your symptoms is to map your symptom pattern. https://courses.hermoodmentor.com/symptommappingkit  ✦︎ Work with us - Schedule a session with our client onboarding team. We will run your symptom assessment to uncover drivers behind your bad moods and chat options for next steps. Ready to learn how to reduce and manage your PMDD symptoms? ✦︎  Join us in the PMDD Rehab Course. https://hermoodmentor.com/pmdd-rehab-course

Lauren's Journey from Surviving PMDD to Thriving In this episode, Jes interviews Lauren, a mother who overcame devastating premenstrual symptoms that were destroying her quality of life. For two years, Lauren struggled with severe psychological and physical symptoms that consumed 10 or more days of each cycle, impacting her marriage, motherhood, and mental health. Her Symptoms Included: Extreme mood swings Intense irritability and rage Persistent suicidal ideation Debilitating food cravings Painful bloating Frequent headaches Despite trying conventional treatments like therapy and SSRIs, Lauren found no relief—until she discovered a personalized, holistic approach to managing her PMDD. Remarkable Transformation: Started working with Jes in September 2023 Initial goal: 5% symptom reduction Results after just 3 months: Reduced symptomatic days from 10+ to 2 Symptom burden dropped from 478 to 263 points Zero suicidal ideation Significantly reduced intensity of symptoms Disappeared sugar cravings Improved daily functioning Lauren's Breakthrough Quotes: "I've experienced zero suicidal ideation!" "Everything is less intense." "I'm not reaching a level 10 of rage!" "My sugar cravings have basically disappeared!" "This is now manageable." From barely surviving to homeschooling her children, Lauren's story is a beacon of hope for anyone struggling with PMDD. Her journey proves that with the right support, education, and personalized intervention, transformative healing is possible. Key Message: PMDD does not define you—it's just a chapter in your story, and you have the power to write the next one. Lauren's Message: Even when you feel at the end of your rope, there is hope. With commitment and the right support, you can reclaim your life from PMDD.   ❤️ If this podcast has ever made you feel seen, less alone, or more hopeful in your healing—please take a moment to subscribe, rate, and review PMDD Pep Talk. Your words don’t just help us grow—they help someone in the depths of their cycle find this support when they need it most. Every subscribe click, rate, and review helps us reach more people who are still suffering in silence.   _________________________________ Watch the episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/kHoF_2OvOvg _________________________________ You can find Jes: Instagram: @hermoodmentor Youtube: @hermoodmentor Website: https://hermoodmentor.com/ _________________________________ Looking for more support? ✦︎  Grab our FREE Symptom Mapping Kit- The first step to healing instead of dealing with your symptoms is to map your symptom pattern. https://courses.hermoodmentor.com/symptommappingkit  ✦︎ Work with us - Schedule a session with our client onboarding team. We will run your symptom assessment to uncover drivers behind your bad moods and chat options for next steps. Ready to learn how to reduce and manage your PMDD symptoms? ✦︎  Join us in the PMDD Rehab Course. https://hermoodmentor.com/pmdd-rehab-course

The "I've Tried Everything" Mindset In this episode, Jes tackles one of the most misunderstood aspects of PMDD recovery: the limiting belief that "I've tried everything and nothing works." She dives deep into the psychology of healing, challenging you to shift from a fixed mindset to a growth mindset when approaching their PMDD journey. Episode Highlights: Unpacking the Fixed vs. Growth Mindset in PMDD Management Why "I've tried everything" is a dangerous limiting belief The complexity of "trying" - what it really means to address PMDD symptoms How context, timing, and personal factors impact treatment effectiveness Redefining what "works" means in your healing journey Jes breaks down the intricate process of healing, emphasizing that progress isn't linear and that small changes can make significant differences. She challenges the notion of a "cure" and instead offers a more holistic approach to understanding and managing PMDD symptoms. Key Takeaways: Symptoms are messages from your body, not punishments Healing is a journey, not a destination Personalized, consistent approaches matter more than generic solutions Tracking and documenting your symptoms is crucial for understanding your progress If you've ever felt frustrated by treatments that "don't work" or found yourself stuck in a cycle of hopelessness, this episode will provide you with a fresh perspective and renewed hope in your PMDD management journey. Remember: PMDD is just a chapter of your story, not the entire book.   ❤️ If this podcast has ever made you feel seen, less alone, or more hopeful in your healing—please take a moment to subscribe, rate, and review PMDD Pep Talk. Your words don’t just help us grow—they help someone in the depths of their cycle find this support when they need it most. Every subscribe click, rate, and review helps us reach more people who are still suffering in silence.  _________________________________ Watch the episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/lPqpqN2xKp0 _________________________________ You can find Jes: Instagram: @hermoodmentor Youtube: @hermoodmentor Website: https://hermoodmentor.com/ _________________________________ Looking for more support? ✦︎  Grab our FREE Symptom Mapping Kit- The first step to healing instead of dealing with your symptoms is to map your symptom pattern. https://courses.hermoodmentor.com/symptommappingkit Ready to learn how to reduce and manage your PMDD symptoms? ✦︎  Join us in the PMDD Rehab Course. https://hermoodmentor.com/pmdd-rehab-course