Navigating PMDD: Embracing Self-Care During Tough Times

Hey everyone,

It’s been a few days since my last post and if I’m being honest I wasn’t expecting this break to happen. But sometimes especially life navigating PMDD has a way of reminding me that I’m not always in control even when I think I am. So, here it is….PMDD took over and I wasn’t as ready as I thought I was.

I had every intention of posting. I had content planned, thoughts I wanted to share and updates to give. But when PMDD comes around it’s like my mind and body hit a hard reset. The mental clarity I was so sure I had vanishes, confidence gone, and instead of feeling excited about writing all I feel is exhaustion and confusion. Even the smallest tasks feel daunting. And no matter how hard I try to push through…it just isn’t there.

It’s frustrating. But sometimes self-care isn’t about pushing through…it’s about taking a step back and recognizing when you’re not okay.

I’ve spent the last few days focusing on taking care of myself…resting, regrouping, and trying to listen to what my body needs. It’s a reminder that as much as I want to be my best self for everyone else I can’t give from an empty cup.

If you’re someone who also deals with PMDD or other mental health challenges, I hope this resonates with you. It’s easy to feel guilty when we can’t show up the way we think we should. But sometimes, not posting, not responding, not pushing forward is exactly what you need to do to heal. And that’s enough.

So, I’m back now. Not “perfectly” back, but back in a way that feels real. I hope to share more soon but in the meantime….I appreciate your patience and understanding. Life can be messy, and sometimes, we need to be kind to ourselves when things don’t go as planned.

Thanks for reading, and I’ll catch you in the next post.

With love

Caitlin