39 - How to Explain PMDD to People Who Dont Get It

In this episode of PMDD Pep Talk, Jes dives into the important topic of explaining PMDD to those who may not get it. If you've ever struggled to put into words what you're experiencing or felt dismissed by those around you, this episode is for you. Learn practical ways to communicate your PMDD experience and ensure your suffering is seen and understood. What You'll Learn in This Episode: The neurobiological roots of PMDD and why it's often misunderstoodTen creative and impactful ways to explain PMDD to othersHow PMDD differs from PMS and why this distinction mattersThe cyclical nature of PMDD and its impact on your life and relationshipsPractical tips on how to use language that fits different audiences when discussing PMDD Key Quotes from This Episode: "PMDD might feel like your whole story, but it's just a chapter, and you get to write what comes next." "PMDD is not a hormone problem... it's a brain sensitivity condition." "Living with PMDD is like battling a monster that no one else can see." "PMDD is like getting gaslit by your own brain." Resources Mentioned: See links below for all HMM resources. HMM Resources + Services https://courses.hermoodmentor.com/pmdd-resources _________________________________ Listen to the PMDD Pep Talk Podcast https://courses.hermoodmentor.com/podcasts/pmdd-pep-talk-2 _________________________________ You can find Jes: Instagram: @hermoodmentor https://www.instagram.com/hermoodmentor/ Youtube: @hermoodmentor https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCScMMMsmLZDfzjZEQ-1l9lA 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 your Intro Session with our onboarding team and let's run your symptom assessment! https://courses.hermoodmentor.com/offers/Amd9gW98