In Love with PMDD

Are You Attracting What You Reject in PMDD Relationships?


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Have you ever found yourself desperately asking your partner for more attention, more affection, more validation—yet somehow still feeling unfulfilled? The disconnect might not be what they're giving, but whether you're truly open to receiving it.

This episode dives into a transformative question that has helped countless PMDD relationships: Are you the version of yourself who would receive what you're asking for? Through the powerful story of Sarah and Jason, we discover how both partners—whether experiencing PMDD or loving someone who does—can unconsciously reject the very connection they crave.

When Sarah begged for comfort but pushed Jason away each time he tried to provide it, she didn't realize her unhealed triggers were sabotaging her deepest desires. Similarly, Jason's fear of getting hurt caused him to emotionally withdraw during the good days, preventing him from receiving the respect and peace he wanted. Their story mirrors what happens in so many relationships affected by PMDD.

We explore the subtle ways we block love: saying we want safety but creating chaos, craving validation but dismissing compliments, desiring attention but remaining emotionally unavailable. For those with PMDD, managing symptoms often becomes an excuse to neglect your partner's consistent needs throughout your cycle. For partners, withholding affection during difficult phases creates the very distance you complain about.

Most profoundly, we examine how true intimacy requires emotional openness first. Physical connection without emotional vulnerability creates empty encounters that leave both partners feeling more disconnected than before. By owning your triggers rather than blaming your partner for them, practicing patience with the healing process, and consistently showing up even when it's difficult, you can become worthy of receiving everything you've been asking for.

Ready to transform your PMDD relationship? For the month of July, take advantage of special pricing on my relationship counseling packages using code FREEDOM at inlovewithpmdd.com and begin the journey toward becoming the person who can truly receive the love you desire.

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In Love with PMDDBy Dr. Rose Alkattan

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