✨ Unmasking PMDD: My Raw Year, Real Recovery & Why I Finally Asked for Help

In this unfiltered episode of the Her Shift Podcast, Anna ditches the script (and perfectionism) to share a raw, real-time reflection on living with PMDD. Recorded while putting on her makeup—no edits, no masks—Anna opens up about the past year, the lessons from 50 episodes, and the hidden ways she’s been masking her true experience with PMDD without even realising.

She gets real about:

• The emotional toll of masking PMDD symptoms and why authenticity matters in the healing journey
• Her recent visit to the GP, what it was like to finally ask for help, and the unexpected reaction to antidepressants
• The ongoing battle of managing PMDD in everyday life, especially as a solo business owner, mother, and survivor of trauma
• How thankful journaling has been her anchor, offering hope and stability even when everything else felt messy
• The importance of self-compassion, cyclical living, and letting go of the pressure to “perform” healing perfectly

Whether you’re newly diagnosed, deep in the struggle, or just looking for someone who gets it, this episode is a safe space for real talk about PMDD, mental health, and the courage it takes to ask for help.

Timestamps:

• 00:00 – Real talk, no script: why I recorded this episode getting ready
• 04:20 – The hidden cost of masking PMDD (and how I spotted it)
• 12:05 – Going to the GP: finally asking for help, and what happened next
• 19:40 – Antidepressant side effects & the messy middle of recovery
• 26:00 – Thankful journaling: my one constant through it all
• 30:00 – A new approach: embracing imperfection, grace, and real support

If you’re struggling with PMDD, you’re not alone. Join the Her Shift community for more resources, stories, and support: www.hershift.com

Resources & Links:

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