PMS Made Peaceful | Emotional Regulation, Cycle Syncing, Monthly Cycle Hormones, Christian Women, Hormone Imbalance (Lauren Collins | Registered Nurse, Wellness Coach, Life Coach)

It's that time of year! We're celebrating Christ the newborn King and the start of a new year, which means your calendar might be full of social engagements, parties, family time, meltdowns, overstimulation and overwhelm. 

It's joyful and celebratory, but it can still be a lot. If we're not aware and mindful of how we're doing, we can quickly start feeling dysregulated. 

In this episode I'm sharing 5 tips for helping to calm your nervous system when you're with family, friends and kids. These aren't hour long activities that you won't have time for. These are tools you can tack on to the normal and daily things you're already doing. 

So have a listen and try implementing one of these strategies today!

Merry Christmas & Happy New Year!

Lauren

Coming Up:

8-Week Hormone Reset Challenge For Christian Women: January 13th kicks off the start of the FREE '8-Week Hormone Reset Challenge For Christian Women'! It's a great opportunity to set the foundation for healthy hormones and emotions, and syncing WITH the natural rhythms God intended for us as women. Each week, a new topic will be discussed that helps point us more in the direction of natural, real and raw, and away from unnatural, fake and filtered- exactly the way God designed it to be for us!

Join The Facebook Group for the Challenge: This is where all the action is housed! You'll find weekly videos, homework prompts, community and accountability! (if link doesn't work: https://www.facebook.com/groups/8weekhormoneresetforchristianwomen/)

Grab the Workbook for the Challenge: This workbook will accompany you throughout the whole challenge. Every week, you'll have simple and bite-size prompts for the making the changes in your life and setting that strong foundation. And if you submit homework to the group for all 8 weeks, you'll have a chance to win 1 of 3 prizes! (if link doesn't work: https://gettheguide.getresponsepages.com/)

Can't wait to see you on January 13th!

Disclaimer: This podcast (PMS Made Peaceful) is not meant to take the place of professional medical help. It is for educational purposes only. Please always consult with your primary health care provider before implementing any of the solutions & topics discussed in this podcast

Alright, friend! We're back to the first Monday of the month, and I'm getting back into our "Take a Moment Monday" episode! I want this episode on the first Monday of each month to be a bit more contemplative and reflective, and help you dive more into the word, which is the best place to know truth and be rooted in it!

So this week, I'm talking about Romans 12:8! Do you know the camp song that goes with it?? Maybe not :D But how does this verse pertain to us when we're knee deep in irritability, visceral rage, frustration, rollercoaster mood swings... where it just feels our volatile thoughts and emotions are taking control of us? 

Have a listen and we can find out together!

Lauren

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Disclaimer: This podcast (PMS Made Peaceful) is not meant to take the place of professional medical help. It is for educational purposes only. Please always consult with your primary health care provider before implementing any of the solutions & topics discussed in this podcast (full disclaimer here: www.herbodysings.com/terms)

The specific PMS symptoms you are experiencing each month are telling you a story about what is going on in your body! 

Join me for the next 5 weeks as we do a deep dive into FOUR different PMS symptoms you might be struggling with each month. We'll talk about possible causes & what we can be doing about it.

Today's episode is all about ANXIETY (aka... irritability, rage, overwhelm, nervous tension, mood swings... sound familiar??!)

Grab a notebook, a pen, your fave drink & learn all the things from today's episode!

Lauren

 

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PMS Made Peaceful with Lauren Collins

46. Remember This ONE Truth to Help You Get Through the Month

Hey friend! Does it feel like your value and worth are completely dictated by how you feel? One minute you're doing great, feeling great and sticking to your healthy routines. And then the next minute you're overcome with anxiety, fear, self-doubt, self-criticism, which makes you feel like you just can't do life well.

When it comes to dealing with PMS and PMDD symptoms, this experience is so common. It's like we're a little boat just getting smashed and tossed around by the waves.

What are we to do? Throughout the WHOLE month, we need some deep truth to hold on to, or our worth will either become inflated from thinking we got this, or it'll tank when we're feeling overwhelmed and controlled by our thoughts.

Listen to today's episode to remember this ONE truth to help you get through the month!

I pray it blesses you!

Lauren

 

Links:

1 John 4:10

Ephesians 2

You're Not Enough (And That's Okay): Escaping the Toxic Culture of Self-Love

 

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Disclaimer: This podcast (PMS Made Peaceful) is not meant to take the place of professional medical help. It is for educational purposes only. Please always consult with your primary health care provider before implementing any of the solutions & topics discussed in this podcast (full disclaimer here: www.herbodysings.com/terms)

Nutrition! Such an important part of properly nourishing our bodies, hormones, mind and emotions. If you're struggling with PMS, PMDD, low energy, irritability, anxiety or brain fog, starting with looking at what you're putting into your body could be the "medicine" you need to feel better.

While this episode gives 4 overarching foods you can start integrating into your diet, in the third week of my hormone reset challenge happening right now, I go deeper into how to start eating better based on where you are in your cycle.

Come and join and learn more about nutrition, menstrual health and the impact it has on your hormones!

Join here: https://tinyurl.com/5n7j6947

Grab the 17-page workbook with the challenge: www.herbodysings.com/challenge

 

Lauren

Disclaimer: This podcast (PMS Made Peaceful) is not meant to take the place of professional medical help. It is for educational purposes only. Please always consult with your primary health care provider before implementing any of the solutions & topics discussed in this podcast.

Hey friend! We're getting back into the contemplative, "be still" kind of episodes I had offered when I first started this podcast. Originally they had been every other Thursday, but now they will be on the first Monday of every month. Keep your eyes out for "Take a Moment Monday"!

I brought them back a) because I wasn't doing them in my Facebook group, which was the whole reason for taking them off of the podcast and b) because actually practicing calming my mind and my thoughts and slowing down has been so helpful for me in the last number of weeks.

When it comes to finding solutions for working through PMS and PMDD symptoms, we really need to come at it from that holistic point of view. The movement is important, eating the right foods is key, finding the right coping tools to regulate our emotions is vital AND coming to our Creator and letting Him speak over us is absolutely necessary. 

So, grab a journal and pen and find a quiet space you can be in for 15 minutes. 

I pray this blesses you.

Lauren

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Today I’m sharing my #1 suggestion for where to start when you’re dealing with anxiety before your period. We have to start somewhere, right?!

This tip has been a huge game-changer for me on my wellness journey over the years and I truly believe it will help you too.

Instead of trying to do ALL the things to try to feel better, where you’re left feeling even more overwhelmed and not wanting to do anything, let’s start with this one suggestion, this one habit that you can start doing TODAY!

Let’s dive into it!

Lauren

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Disclaimer: This podcast (PMS Made Peaceful) is not meant to take the place of professional medical help. It is for educational purposes only. Please always consult with your primary health care provider before implementing any of the solutions & topics discussed in this podcast.

Hey friend! Does it feel like all you hear about these days are all the bad, poisonous things in our food, make-up and laundry detergent? Are you feeling overwhelmed, burdened, or like it's just another thing you have to focus on? 

 

I understand and get it. When you're bombarded with information like this all the time, it can weigh on your whole being. 

 

In this episode, I share a very candid and real approach on how we can start viewing and understanding these things in our lives, particularly as Christians.

 

Have questions or want to carry on with this conversation? Head over to my Facebook group to keep chatting! Join  here: https://tinyurl.com/5n7j6947

 

Disclaimer: This podcast (PMS Made Peaceful) is not meant to take the place of professional medical help. It is for educational purposes only. Please always consult with your primary health care provider before implementing any of the solutions & topics discussed in this podcast.

 

 

PMS Made Peaceful with Lauren Collins

48. "I Just Don't Feel Like Myself" | What You Need to Know About Your Mood and Premenstrual Phase

Have you found yourself saying that before: "I just don't feel like myself"? Or maybe it's "I feel crazy" or "why can't I just feel normal"!

All these statements are so common when it comes to dealing with premenstrual anxiety or irritability or rage. It can feel like you're a completely different person, and all you want it just some peace and quiet up in your mind.

In this episode, I'm sharing 4 things you need to be aware of when it comes to your mood and premenstrual phase. These points will help reign you in when it feels like PMS or PMDD is winning and you're feeling like you're at a loss. 

Have a listen & enjoy!

Next Steps!

And if you haven't signed up yet for the REGULATE YOUR EMOTIONS WORKSHOP, let's get you in! The link is here! If you're not able to make the live, there is a replay too! Save your seat here!

 

*Join my FREE community 

 

*Become a PMS Made Peaceful Insider

 

Disclaimer: This podcast (PMS Made Peaceful) is not meant to take the place of professional medical help. It is for educational purposes only. Please always consult with your primary health care provider before implementing any of the solutions & topics discussed in this podcast (full disclaimer here: www.herbodysings.com/terms)

You’ve probably learned about the menstrual cycle at some point in your life, but want a little refresher? It’s really easy to just see the menstrual cycle as only being blood, cramps and anxiety. But, my friend, there’s so much more to it than that!

In this episode, we’re chatting about prominent hormones and what each phase is about in the menstrual cycle, but also about why it’s even important to talk about this stuff in the first place.

Can you image if instead of people saying ‘hmm, yeah, she’s on her period’ or ‘she’s PMSing’, we started saying ‘ooooh, wow, she must be in her follicular phase, she’s rocking it!’?! I think that would be pretty cool!

Tune in and get some insights into what’s going on in your body each and every cycle!

Also, pardon my stuffy nose.. I’m a bit under the weather still! Apologies for any sniffly noises I didn’t edit out! :D

Links:

https://www.yeswellness.com/products/womens-health-matters-by-karen-jensen

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Disclaimer: This podcast (PMS Made Peaceful) is not meant to take the place of professional medical help. It is for educational purposes only. Please always consult with your primary health care provider before implementing any of the solutions & topics discussed in this podcast.

Hey friend! This is episode #53, and I decided I would share the replay from the Regulate Your Emotions Workshop I did on August 27th! This is part 1, and next week we will have part 2 of the workshop!

I shared a bunch of stuff in this workshop, and after there's always this feeling that there's so much more to cover! But that's the beauty of sharing on a podcast: there's always another week to offer more insights and strategies, which I just love!

So, if you want to learn more about cycle tracking so you can keep better tabs on your cycle, implement habits daily, weekly & monthly that you know will keep you grounded and prioritize your time so you know where your Truth is coming from, come have a listen to this episode! 

I had a great time sharing this content on the workshop! I'll definitely do another one in the future, so come join in the fun!

Also, I'd love to hear from you! Have some feedback about the show or about what you'd like to learn more about? Just fill out this form and I'll chat about it! I LOVE hearing from all of you listening to the show, and I really, really want to tailor this to YOU, the listener, so that what I'm sharing on the podcast is relevant to your journey!

Thanks so much! After a month of having this form up, I'll do some draws for $5 Starbucks for everyone who filled it out! 

Enjoy the replay!

Blessings, Lauren

 

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Work with Me- Book a 1:1 private coaching session with me, where together we take a holistic, deep dive into your lifestyle habits to see how it is affecting your mood, thoughts & emotions during your premenstrual phase. We then create a personalized wellness plan specific to your needs so that you can start feeling more emotionally regulated and able to stick to the things that help you feel better throughout your entire menstrual cycle.

Join the FREE Facebook Community- Join PMS Made Peaceful For Christian Women to connect and continue the conversation! You'll find physical, emotional & spiritual (yes, we're Jesus lovin' over here!) support for navigating PMS/ PMDD symptoms, from what foods to eat & avoid, what movement to do in each phase, emotional regulation strategies, habit building tools and so much more!

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Disclaimer: This podcast (PMS Made Peaceful) is not meant to take the place of professional medical help. It is for educational purposes only. Please always consult with your primary health care provider before implementing any of the solutions & topics discussed in this podcast (full disclaimer here: www.herbodysings.com/terms)

Welcome back to PMS Made Peaceful! This week, I chatted with Bekah Yawn, the fertility awareness guru and boy, was it a great conversation!

Here's a bit about Bekah: I am a daughter of God, a wife, and a mother of three children here on earth and three in heaven. After enduring multiple miscarriages and searching for answers, God revealed the importance of understanding and supporting my cycle naturally. Grateful for this guidance, I discovered lifestyle tweaks and disciplines that made a healthy pregnancy possible. As a FIAT FEMM Coach, I have helped dozens of women and couples nationwide. Now, I'm excited to share the details through my podcast "For the Love of Hormones" as well as a in my Fertility Framework course.

If you've been struggling to conceive and you're wondering where to go from here, have a listen to this episode AND go check out Bekah's podcast: For The Love Of Hormones. Bekah has such a heart for this kind of work, and I know you'll be encouraged by what she has to say.

I pray this episode really blesses you!

Lauren

Learn More About Bekah & Her Program:

Email: Fertilitysetfree@gmail.com 

Website: www.Bekahyawn.com

Next Steps:

Practicing Advent 2024: Christmas & Advent are coming! If you're looking for a peaceful, gentle space to land this season that invites you into calming your nervous system, nourishing your body and syncing with the natural rhythms God has created you with, come and join me every week of Advent for holistic wellness, stories, Scripture, movement, prayer or stillness specific to that Advent topic. You won't want to miss it! Sign up by clicking this link: Practicing Advent 2024

Join the Free Facebook Group Community: Want to carry on this conversation or do you have questions? Come join the Facebook Group, PMS Made Peaceful For Christian Women!

Book a FREE Discovery Call: Want to work together and get to the root issues of your PMS or PMDD symptoms? Let's jump on a quick call and we'll see if this could be the next step for you in your wellness journey towards more balance, emotional regulation and peace in your life.

Become a PMS Made Peaceful Insider- Sign up to receive a weekly email about the latest episodes, workshops, special offers for coaching and all other updates about PMS Made Peaceful!

Disclaimer: This podcast (PMS Made Peaceful) is not meant to take the place of professional medical help. It is for educational purposes only. Please always consult with your primary health care provider before implementing any of the solutions & topics discussed in this podcast (full disclaimer here: www.herbodysings.com/terms)

 

Hey friend! Welcome to the very first guest interview episode on Premenstrual Anxiety Solutions! I am so pumped to have Christina Adrien here with me to talk about her experience working with women who are dealing with PMDD. Christina is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor from New York City and offers a wealth of knowledge on the topic of PMDD, causes, treatment and what it looks like to incorporate your faith into your healing journey. 

If you've ever wondered what causes PMDD, how to understand if you might have it and how to work through it, tune in to my conversation with Christina! I absolutely loved chatting with her about this topic!

Lauren

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Disclaimer: https://www.herbodysings.com/disclaimer/

Find out more about Christina:

Website: https://www.adrientherapy.com/ Link to download the thought journal: https://www.adrientherapy.com/thoughtjournal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adrientherapy/

Happy Monday, friend! This week, I have a special guest chatting with me about ADHD, motherhood and menstrual health issues. Yes, all those things packed into this great, big episode! 

I know you'll be encouraged by this conversation, because I was. I felt so very validated and affirmed in my own wellness journey, and I pray the same for you! 

Happy listening!

Lauren

Annie: "Hello, my name is Annie de Villiers, and I am 42-years young and was diagnosed with ADHD in 2018, when I was 35. I am a qualified foundation phase teacher but currently only homeschool my own two children. This year, 2025, I am blessed to be married for 17 years. We live in Pretoria, South Africa and I definitely am one of those people who value the sun in my life. Over the years I have had to learn to not just cope with my ADHD, but live a life where I bloom. Our ADHD brains are so powerful and unique but untrained and neglected. We often struggle to a point it starts to drain us. Coping with a monthly menstrual cycle with all the changes and challenges it brings takes intentionality. Developing some healthy habits in my every day life has helped to lift the heaviness of the effects of my menstrual cycle."

 

Have questions or want to carry on with this conversation? Head over to my Facebook group to keep chatting! Join  here: https://tinyurl.com/5n7j6947

 

Disclaimer: This podcast (PMS Made Peaceful) is not meant to take the place of professional medical help. It is for educational purposes only. Please always consult with your primary health care provider before implementing any of the solutions & topics discussed in this podcast.

Hey friend! Do you ever feel overwhelmed about what you should and shouldn't be eating throughout your whole menstrual cycle that will help lessen the emotional and physical load you experience during your premenstrual phase?

In this episode, I share 3 simple & accessible foods that you can be eating ALL cycle long that will help regulate your hormones, be gentle on your digestive system and support your mental health. Yes, there are foods that can do all that! And for your convenience, all these foods start with the letter F! Easy to remember!

Have a listen and bon appetite!  

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Disclaimer: This podcast (PMS Made Peaceful) is not meant to take the place of professional medical help. It is for educational purposes only. Please always consult with your primary health care provider before implementing any of the solutions & topics discussed in this podcast.

Feeling hopeless. Asking what's the point of me even being here? Feeling alone & wondering if anyone loves you. No energy or desire to do anything.

Can you relate to any of these premenstrual symptoms? They all fall under the category of depression. This week on PMS Made Peaceful, we're talking about what is going on in our bodies biologically and on a hormonal level when it comes to symptoms of depression. 

But just like anxiety and cravings, the biological often leads to psychological symptoms. Listen in this week and get some insights of where and how to start when it comes to working through these specific symptoms. It's truly not just a physical battle, but also a spiritual one! So, this episode is coming from a very holistic perspective! 

Have a listen & I really pray it blesses you!

Lauren

Episode #31- Try These 3 Natural Solutions TODAY To Help Reduce Premenstrual Symptoms

Episode #32- Find Your Anchor In This Verse When The Intrusive Thoughts Start Pouring In

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Disclaimer: This podcast (PMS Made Peaceful) is not meant to take the place of professional medical help. It is for educational purposes only. Please always consult with your primary health care provider before implementing any of the solutions & topics discussed in this podcast.

Happy New Year! And Happy 1st year to the podcast on December 18th! Crazy how times goes by! 

I'm so thankful for each and every one of you who has supported and listened to this podcast! My hope and prayer is that it has blessed, helped and encouraged you on your journey through PMS, PMDD, mood swings and hormonal imbalances.

For this first episode of 2025, I wanted to share 2 things I ditched/ removed/ changed in 2024 and what I'm hoping to add or change for the upcoming year to support my endocrine and reproductive system. It's always encouraging to look back and see what small (or big) changes you made and celebrate them, and then make more goals for what's coming up!

So have a listen, and I'd encourage you to spend a few minutes reflecting on some of your big or small emotional regulation or hormonal balancing changes you've made!

Lauren

Join the 8-Week Hormone Reset Challenge for Christian Women!

January 13th kicks off the start of this FREE challenge! It's a great opportunity to set the foundation for healthy hormones and emotions, for syncing WITH the natural rhythms God intended for us as women. Each week, a new topic will be discussed that helps point us more in the direction of natural, real and raw, and away from unnatural, fake and filtered- exactly the way God designed it to be for us! There's accountability, encouragement, prizes at the end and a 17-page workbook for completing homework and staying in the game.

Invite a Friend & Join the Challenge ---->www.herbodysings.com/challenge

Can't wait to see you on January 13th!

Disclaimer: This podcast (PMS Made Peaceful) is not meant to take the place of professional medical help. It is for educational purposes only. Please always consult with your primary health care provider before implementing any of the solutions & topics discussed in this podcast

Hello friends! This is the 50th episode of PMS Made Peaceful! This is wild and I'm so glad you're joining me for the journey! Thanks for everyone who has listened right from the beginning, or maybe you're just tuning in! So grateful for you!

GIVEAWAY!

As a way to celebrate, I'm doing a giveaway! Just leave me a review, screenshot it and message it to me on my Instagram account: @herbodysings

and you'll be entered to win either an Amazon OR Starbucks card (you get to decide!)!

Head over to Apple Podcasts, scroll down to "write a review" and write it out! BEFORE hitting submit, take a screenshot and send it to me!

EPISODE #50

This week, I'm diving into some pretty theologically-charged content about the idea of struggling with guilt, shame and feelings of condemnation when it comes to PMS or PMDD as a Christian.

We're talking about questions like:

- should I be struggling with PMS/ PMDD as a Christian?

- aren't I supposed to be the one who "has it together" as a Christian?

- I feel so shameful, embarrassed, guilty for how I treated my husband or kids. What do I do from here?

And I'm sure there's more. Join me in this episode was we unpack these topics from a GOSPEL-CENTERED perspective. I hope it really blesses you! 

NEXT STEPS

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Join my FREE community 

Become a PMS Made Peaceful Insider

Disclaimer: This podcast (PMS Made Peaceful) is not meant to take the place of professional medical help. It is for educational purposes only. Please always consult with your primary health care provider before implementing any of the solutions & topics discussed in this podcast (full disclaimer here: www.herbodysings.com/terms)

Why do we even need to be talking about premenstrual anxiety? It's "just PMS", right? Wrong! There are so many more layers to the issue of premenstrual anxiety than it just being labeled as PMS.

Is this episode, I'm sharing 3 reasons why we need to be talking about premenstrual anxiety, PMDD and premenstrual disturbances. As I discuss these reasons, you'll quickly see that premenstrual anxiety isn't just a mental health or menstrual health issue- it's also a spiritual issue. 

Let's dive in!

Lauren

Next Steps:

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Join my free Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/premenstrualanxietysolutions/ 

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Disclaimer: https://www.herbodysings.com/disclaimer/

Research:

https://iapmd.org/press-releases/2022/6/13/global-study-reveals-alarming-34-of-people-with-menstrual-related-disorder-have-attempted-suicide

 

The outdoors and nature has a tremendous impact on our health and well-being. It can lower cortisol, increase Vitamin D, boost serotonin and dopamine. We all know the health benefits of getting outside. Yet, it can be hard to do and prioritize, especially when you have littles.

 

In this episode, I'm sharing 4 lessons I've learned over the last couple years with prioritizing getting outside. I am in no way pumping myself up as the outdoor mom guru, because it's something I'm still being pushed in and learning about. But I know these 4 tips can be great places to start when you're wanting to get your kids out more.

 

Enjoy the episode!

Lauren

Danika's podcast:

https://podcasts.apple.com/za/podcast/lets-go-outside-adventurous-moms-hiking-camping-travelling/id1783134626

Hey friend! I have another guest interview this week, and it's with Shan Wright: Daughter of the King, mom to 4, wife of 13 years, RN and wellness coach! 

She's digging deep into her story of when she first started struggling with her premenstrual phase and how the struggle bus continued when she got married, had kids... all those things that stretch us even more! 

She also shares what helped her with the irritability, mood swings and like her skin was CRAWLING! 

If any of these symptoms sound familiar, you're going to want to have a listen to today's show! Shan's story is empowering and full of faith-filled wisdom. I know it will really bless you!

Lauren

Learn More About Shan:

Wellness Accountability Coaching: www.bit.ly/shanwright

Instagram: @theshanshow

FB group: www.bit.ly/holistichacks

Learn More About Ova

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Disclaimer: This podcast (PMS Made Peaceful) is not meant to take the place of professional medical help. It is for educational purposes only. Please always consult with your primary health care provider before implementing any of the solutions & topics discussed in this podcast.

 

Hey friend! Have you been here before? You've traveled way too far down the self-criticism train, and now you are the worst person ever, everyone hates you and you're a failure. Suddenly all you can do is lay on the floor in a puddle of tears, or you're in fetal position on the shower floor.

Oof, yup, been there. 

In this episode, I'm sharing 3 questions you need to be asking yourself when it comes to the all-consuming nature of self-criticism and self-hatred. It can be so easy for our thoughts to take over and for us to just get pulled along with our thoughts. But this is not what God wants for us, nor what he speaks over us.

Have a listen & I pray the next time self-criticism starts rearing it's ugly head, you can ask yourself these 3 questions.

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Disclaimer: This podcast (PMS Made Peaceful) is not meant to take the place of professional medical help. It is for educational purposes only. Please always consult with your primary health care provider before implementing any of the solutions & topics discussed in this podcast (full disclaimer here: www.herbodysings.com/terms).

Welcome back to another episode! Last Monday, I shared 2 things to STOP doing when the anxiety is loud, high and all-consuming in the week or two before your period.

But if we don’t replace our bad habits with GOOD habits, we’ll just revert back to what we’re used to and comfortable doing.

So in this episode, here are 2 things to START doing in your premenstrual phase that will help to both relieve the anxiety, but also help you work through it.

Lauren

Next Steps:

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Disclaimer: This podcast (PMS Made Peaceful) is not meant to take the place of professional medical help. It is for educational purposes only. Please always consult with your primary health care provider before implementing any of the solutions & topics discussed in this podcast.

Welcome to Contemplative Thursday's! 

Every other Thursday, I'll be doing more of a contemplative, "being" episode, as opposed to "doing". This is when you are invited to sit, rest, listen and allow God to speak to you through prayer, reading Scripture passages, journaling, breathwork... all the things that encourage stillness and being present with yourself, your mind and body and with God. 

Today we're looking at Philippians 4:6+7, seeing what it tells us about anxiety, gratitude and peace. 

So find a comfy, quiet spot in your house to sit or lay down, grab a notebook, pen & Bible, and let's practice stillness with God!

Lauren

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It feels like we're constantly being bombarded left, right and center by messages telling us we should be able to heal our bodies and help ourselves through positive thinking, manifesting and that the power is all from within.

While I definitely feel we need to be active participants in our own wellness journeys, I also think that believing we can or should be able to do it all on our own is dangerous and will most likely lead to more shame and confusion.

Listen in as I share insight from Isaiah 1:5+6, as well as my own journey with learning to entrust YOU (the listener :D) to God with your own healing journey.

Lauren

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Are despair and hopelessness speaking a bit too loud these days? Are you finding it difficult to trust in Jesus and his promises amidst premenstrual anxiety and fear? Well, Christmas is coming, and that means Advent is here! If you don't know much about Advent, it simply means 'coming': Jesus is coming. He's still safely tucked in Mary's belly. She's probably getting more and more uncomfortable, and both nervously and excitedly wanting to meet her baby.

You're invited to practice hope this week, to remember where your TRUE hope lies. The world will offer us counterfeit hope, which is like putting a bandaid on a gushing wound. I invite you to step away from the loud, despairing voices and come away with Jesus for a moment, who wants to remind you of the living hope we have in him!

If you haven't already, come join the Practicing Advent Series! Every Monday, you'll receive a new email specific to that week's advent topic. Come join and be even more reminded of what truths God wants you to know and be anchored in this Christmas season. Each week will vary, but it could be Scripture, prayer, music, holistic wellness specific to that week. Click here to join!

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Hey friend! In today's episode, I'm sharing the big differences between PMS, PMDD and PME (that is, premenstrual syndrome, premenstrual dysphoric disorder and premenstrual exacerbation).

We're looking at things like:

- diagnostic criteria for PMDD

- can you have all of these at the same time

- what is going on in your body and brain

- and what do we do with this information?!

I hope this information helps you so much!

If you have any questions or want to chat more, come join the free Facebook group community and we can hash this stuff out together!

Blessings,

Lauren

 

Links discussed in episode:

Grey matter

Brain differences for women with PMDD

Diagnosing PMDD

Episode 42: Gut-ting to the Bottom of Mood Swings: The Mind and Gut Connection with Melanie Bourbeau

 

Next Steps:

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Hey friend! Have you been struggling with anxiety, depression, irritability or mood swings in the week before getting your period? Are your cycles irregular, inconsistent or short? 

In this episode, I'm sharing 3 signs and symptoms that may be indicating your progesterone is low! Progesterone is a super vital hormone in the menstrual cycle that keeps your mood balanced and your luteal phase consistent, so we really need to be paying attention to what's going on in our bodies during our cycles.

Grab a notebook and pen, and download a charting page and let's learn about progesterone!

 

Lauren

Links:

Taking Charge of Your Fertility: https://www.tcoyf.com/downloadable-charts/

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We're on to week 2 of the 8-Week Hormone Reset Challenge For Christian Women, but you can always come and join still! Get ready for 8 weeks of wellness strategies focused on partnering with the one who created you, understanding what influences the balance of your hormones and how to give your emotions a reset for 2025. I'll see you inside the group!

Join here: https://tinyurl.com/5n7j6947

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In this episode, I'm sharing my own story with premenstrual anxiety, overthinking, paranoia, depression, and eventually receiving a diagnosis of PMDD. 

It's been on my heart for a while now to share this episode with you, and there has been so much fear, resistance, second guessing, imposter syndrome- the whole shabang. But I believe there is power in our stories and owning them and knowing that God will use them for his glory. 

I hope this episode blesses you, where you know & feel you're not alone in your struggle & that there is hope wherever you are at in your journey with premenstrual mental health issues, premenstrual anxiety, severe PMS or PMDD.

Lauren

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Does it feel like your relationship with God takes a beating every premenstrual phase, where you're doubting his love for you or if you're loveable? Does it feel really hard to decipher between truth and lies? Is guilt, shame and condemnation speaking too loudly in your mind, telling you you're not worthy, that God doesn't love you?

Friend, I've been there, and it can be so hard to press into God when your thoughts are telling you the opposite. 

In this episode, I'm sharing a framework that God shared with me regarding the different phases of the menstrual cycle, and how each phase can be a tool for growing closer to God and trusting his truth.

I pray this information blesses you so much! Have a listen!

Lauren

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Joy: it goes beyond just being happy and smiling all the time. Joy in Jesus is so much different than just being happy all the time, and it's even more pertinent when we're suffering, struggling or desiring something that just hasn't happened yet. However, how do we move beyond mood swings and how we're feeling in our premenstrual phase and truly root our strength in the joy of what Jesus has done for us and the promises God speaks over us? I know for my own self, this is an area God is continually refining me in. It requires humility and trusting in God's goodness, and not just in how I feel.

So come have a listen to this third week of advent, and be invited to pursue a joy that's deep deep down, beyond fickle emotions and thoughts, but rather deeply grounded in the truth of who God is.

Lauren

Next Steps:

Join the 8-Week Hormone Reset Challenge for Christian Women: We're starting January 13th! Each week, a new topic will be discussed that helps point us more in the direction of natural, real and raw, and away from unnatural, fake and filtered- exactly the way God designed it to be for us! Come back next week for the challenge workbook link!

Disclaimer: This podcast (PMS Made Peaceful) is not meant to take the place of professional medical help. It is for educational purposes only. Please always consult with your primary health care provider before implementing any of the solutions & topics discussed in this podcast

Is worry, fear and anxiety creeping in, and you're feeling untethered, thrown around by the wind and the waves of your thoughts?

If this feels like today, have a listen to today's episode. These verses were so grounding for me when I was in the middle of postpartum anxiety and feeling consumed by dread, anxiety and the "what if's", and I hope they help you feel more grounded too in who you can trust.

Lauren

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How many times have you had a conversation with a friend or family member & you've shared what emotions, feelings & symptoms you've been experiencing in the week before your period, and all you've heard back is "oh, that's just PMS". End of story. Basically: just deal with it.

There's really not much space for further discussion, and it often leaves you feeling shut down, not listened to and far from validated. 

In this episode, we're chatting about PMS, PMDD, potential causes of both, diagnosis... the whole kitten and kaboodle! You'll definitely gain some insight into what is going on with your body, mind and hormones.

Regardless if you have a diagnosis or not... if you're not sure what the heck is going on with your body and mind, but you know something ain't right... know that what you're experiencing is REAL & YOU ARE NOT CRAZY! And you do not need to suffer alone!

Listen in!

Lauren

https://drvegan.com/blogs/articles/what-pms-type-are-you

https://iapmd.org/

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK279045/table/premenstrual-syndrom.table1diag/

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44. 3 Things to Consider When You're Thinking of Going on Medications

Hey Friend! Are you at a point on your premenstrual mental health journey where you're considering starting on medications? Maybe you're struggling with intense anxiety, severe PMS, PMDD or unmanageable emotions, and you're wondering if medications are the next step.

I've been there, and in this episode I want to share 3 things to consider if you're hesitant, scared or wondering what the process could or should look like. There's obviously so much more to consider and talk about when it comes to medications, but these 3 factors are a great place to start.

Please remember: I'm not a doctor or your primary care provider. Before making any changes, always consult with a primary care provider you can trust, and never hesitate to ask questions. 

Have questions or want to carry on this conversation (there's so much more to it and I'd love to chat with you!)? Come join my FREE Facebook Community!

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In today's Thursday episode, I share about Isaiah 43:1-3, and how it can be hard to grasp the idea of walking through hard seasons. Yet even in the middle of HARD & TRIAL, God is faithful and doesn't leave us to walk alone.

I hope this episode provides a deep reassurance that despite the anxiety, the overwhelm & the despair feeling so real, like it's going to swallow you up, God remains with you through the wind and the waves, through the fire of premenstrual anxiety. 

Lauren

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Hey ladies! We're officially into the fall season, and in an energetic sense, that means the luteal phase! And I'm sure if you've been hanging around here, you feel the weight, heaviness and difficulty of the luteal/ premenstrual phase. 

So, how do we transition well and give our minds and our hearts the space and permission it desires? This week I'm sharing 3 shifts you can be implementing to help you take care of your WHOLE self during this season, while also preparing for the next season coming up (winter/ menstruation).

Have a listen, and may you find pockets of space in this season to lean into reflection and listening.

Lauren

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Tell me if you can relate. Your fingers suddenly look like sausages. The pants that fit perfect last week are feeling real tight. You wonder why you look 5 months pregnant.

Friend, I've been there! And truth be told, it's not always comfortable or pleasant.

This week on PMS Made Peaceful, we're chatting about water retention, weight gain, swelling & bloating.

This is the fourth episode and symptom in the PMS Symptom Series! 

The first week we talked about anxiety, irritability, mood swings & nervous tension.

The second was cravings, increased appetite, headaches & fatigue.

The third was depression, feelings of hopelessness, decreased interest and low energy.

I dig into what is causing these symptoms during your premenstrual phase. I think you might just be a bit surprised at what the reasons are! Who knows?! Maybe it'll be the little tidbit of information you need to start making some changes in your life and cycle to start ditching these symptoms!

Grab a notebook, a pen and let's jump into this last symptom in the PMS Symptom Series!

Lauren

https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/dopamine-supplements#TOC_TITLE_HDR_12

https://www.bmcofny.com/9-fast-easy-ways-to-boost-dopamine-the-doing-motivation-hormone/

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We all know the classic passage about love in 1 Corinthians. But when you read it, does it instill in you? Guilt, freedom, condemnation? When we're dealing with PMS or PMDD symptoms, and we clearly see we aren't kind or patient, and we're actually just downright rude and self-seeking, how do we allow the gospel to move in us that turns us away from self-serving to self-sacrifice?

This is the last of the Advent series, as Christmas is just a few days away. This episode brings both love and Christ together, because we can't love, we can't be gracious or kind until we allow the true and radical love of God to transform us. 

Blessings,

Lauren

 

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Join the 8-Week Hormone Reset Challenge for Christian Women: We're starting January 13th! Each week, a new topic will be discussed that helps point us more in the direction of natural, real and raw, and away from unnatural, fake and filtered- exactly the way God designed it to be for us! Come back next week for the challenge workbook link!

Disclaimer: This podcast (PMS Made Peaceful) is not meant to take the place of professional medical help. It is for educational purposes only. Please always consult with your primary health care provider before implementing any of the solutions & topics discussed in this podcast

Are you feeling pretty weary and burdened these days? I get it. When we're constantly navigating chaotic thoughts, intrusive thoughts, a rollercoaster of emotions, doubts about our worth and identity, it takes a toll on our bodies and our souls.

In this 'Contemplative Thursday' episode, this is your time to practice being present with your body, your breath and with the rest God is inviting you into. Let this space be a time where you are curious, gentle and gracious with yourself. It can be so hard to unwind and switch from go-go-go to being present and slowing down, so don't beat yourself up if this feels uncomfortable and unfamiliar.

I pray this episode blesses you.

Lauren

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Hello friend! Welcome to episode #1 of Premenstrual Anxiety Solutions! I’m so excited you’re here joining me on this new journey!

If you’re feeling overwhelmed and really unsure of how to manage the anxiety you get the week before your period, you are in the right place! I’m all about utilizing a whole body, faith-based and holistic approach to navigating premenstrual anxiety, so you’re going to find all sorts of great resources and approaches to help you feel more calm and less chaotic not only in that week before your period, but also in your life and all cycle long.

In this very first episode, I’m starting at the very beginning! We’re talking about what exactly is premenstrual anxiety, who this podcast is for and what you can expect from listening to it! But, here’s a little spoiler… if you’ve ever struggled with anxiety before your period, have felt overwhelmed, scattered or found it hard to cope in that luteal/ premenstrual phase, either a lot or a little, here and there or every cycle… then you are exactly in the right place!

Let’s dive into it!

Lauren

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Have you asked this question before? Am I hurting God or others around me by struggling with anxiety?

Today we’re talking about just that: is it wrong to have anxiety. It can be a loaded topic, infused with questions about mental health & illness struggles. So I'm looking to Scripture for direction! Tune in with me to Mark 14:32-38 and let’s get some insight into this topic from Jesus in the Garden of Gethsemane.

Also, fun things happening this week!

1) The Facebook Group Premenstrual Anxiety Solutions is LIVE!! Head over there to join and continue this conversation!

2) I'm doing a GIVEAWAY!

I’m giving away a free coaching and follow-up call! If you’re wanting 1:1 mentorship for helping you navigate through premenstrual anxiety, PMS, PMDD, with holistic & faith-based wellness tailored to where you are at, I encourage you to enter!

This is how you enter the giveaway:

For 1 entry, do ONE of these two things:

• Join the Facebook Group, introduce yourself (who you are, where you’re at with your wellness journey, what you’re looking forward to about joining this group, etc.) and use the hashtag GIVEAWAY (#giveaway)

OR

• Write a review at Apple Podcasts! Head over to Apple Podcasts, scroll down to reviews/ ratings, click ‘write a review’ and take a screenshot of your review & share it with me via email (laurencollins@herbodysings.com), message on Instagram (@herbodysings) or post it in the Facebook Group! The screenshot part is very important, because sometimes it can take a while for a new review to show up and I wouldn’t want you to miss out because of that!

For 2 entries, do both of the above (join the Facebook group & write a review!)

Exciting times! You have until February 25th at 1pm MST to enter the giveaway! Winner will be announced on the next episode on February 26th!

Much love!

Lauren

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You're at that point of feeling so overwhelmed, so caught up in your head, and it feels like you have no idea how you’re going to make it through the next hour, let alone the next week or two. It feels like nothing is certain in this moment; you forget what supports you have in your life, what you’re good at, who loves you. Your thoughts, feelings, emotions feel out of control, like someone has just hijacked your body, your brain. You’re in survival mode.

After struggling for years with anxiety and intrusive thoughts during my premenstrual phase, these grounding techniques were some of the initial tools I used to get out of the mental tornado. 

What I really want for you is to feel more grounded and centered, and not be rocked around by the wind and waves of premenstrual anxiety. These 5 practices will help ground you to the present moment, and help move you past the internal chaos and confusion.

I hope they bless you!

Lauren

Correction From Episode: GROUNDING GUIDE AVAILABLE IN FACEBOOK GROUP UNDER FILES

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You know that getting your hormones balanced will help with the premenstrual symptoms, but does it feel really intimidating and illusive, and you're asking where do I even start?

I hear ya! There have been moments when I have asked the same question! Where do I even start?! What should I eat, what shouldn't I eat, do I need to take something for it? Even with being a nurse and knowing biology and loving to geek over it all, sometimes it still feels daunting. In this episode, I break down the concept of hormones and where we need to begin if we're wanting to get them hormones more balanced! This is really just step 1 in laying a foundation for the concept of hormones that will help bridge into the nitty gritty later!

Has this process felt intimidating and daunting to you?! Have a listen & let me know your thoughts! 

Lauren

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PMS Made Peaceful with Lauren Collins

47. 5 Reasons Why You Need to Track Your Cycle so You Can Manage Your Emotions

Cycle tracking! What comes to mind when you hear this? Trying to get pregnant? Maybe! 

The truth is, if you are dealing with debilitating premenstrual anxiety, depression, overthinking, self-criticism- anything that is impacting your work, your marriage, your relationship with your kids or or with friends- tracking your cycle is the best place to start to start managing it.

In this episode I'm sharing the 5 reasons WHY tracking your cycle is so vital to experiencing more of that emotional regulation, stability, consistency and "normal" you're looking for in your month.

Have a listen!

Lauren

Next Steps:

*Come to my live REGULATE YOUR EMOTIONS WORKSHOP on August 27th! Save your seat here!

 

*Join my FREE community 

 

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Disclaimer: This podcast (PMS Made Peaceful) is not meant to take the place of professional medical help. It is for educational purposes only. Please always consult with your primary health care provider before implementing any of the solutions & topics discussed in this podcast (full disclaimer here: www.herbodysings.com/terms)

Hey friends! This week I'm so excited to introduce to you my guest on the show, Danika Vanderpyl! Danika is Certified in Holistic Nutrition, and shares all the goodness she knows about what foods, minerals and vitamins your body needs in every every phase of your menstrual cycle. 

As women, we're not linear, robotic creatures that require one thing to fuel us all month long. Throughout each of the phases, our bodies need different things- different movement, self/ soul-care, socializing, nutrition. And this is exactly what Danika and I chat about in this episode. 

The best part of it? In our conversation, she breaks it all down into more simple and bite-size strategies so you're not feeling extra overwhelmed. Because, really friend, you don't need more overwhelm than what you're already experiencing! 

I'd highly encourage you to grab a notebook and pen and take notes! Also, don't forget to come into my Facebook group to grab the notes and snack recipes Danika shares in this episode!

Danika Vanderpyl is Certified in Holistic Nutrition with a passion for helping women making eating simple, energizing, and healthy. After facing her own digestive challenges, Danika transformed her favorite recipes into nutrient dense, low-sugar alternatives to heal her body. Now a food blogger she share these wholesome recipes at besidethemoutain.com. As a mom of two boys, Danika is passionate about helping women and mothers thrive in holistic living—from eating to heal the body to hiking to recharge and thrive.

Connect with Danika:

Instagram: @besidethemountain

Website: www.besidethemountain.com

NEXT STEPS:

Work with Me- Book a 1:1 private coaching session with me, where together we take a holistic, deep dive into your lifestyle habits to see how it is affecting your mood, thoughts & emotions during your premenstrual phase. We then create a personalized wellness plan specific to your needs so that you can start feeling more emotionally regulated and able to stick to the things that help you feel better throughout your entire menstrual cycle.

Join the FREE Facebook Community- Join PMS Made Peaceful For Christian Women to connect and continue the conversation! You'll find physical, emotional & spiritual (yes, we're Jesus lovin' over here!) support for navigating PMS/ PMDD symptoms, from what foods to eat & avoid, what movement to do in each phase, emotional regulation strategies, habit building tools and so much more!

Join the group to participate in the Phase & Food Challenge this month! Based on the notes that Danika provided for this episode, choose a food specific to the phase you are in this week & share with the group how you're incorporating it into your meals!

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Disclaimer: This podcast (PMS Made Peaceful) is not meant to take the place of professional medical help. It is for educational purposes only. Please always consult with your primary health care provider before implementing any of the solutions & topics discussed in this podcast (full disclaimer here: www.herbodysings.com/terms)

 

Is the anxiety before your period starting to feel unmanageable? Are you feeling overwhelmed with the mental tornado in your head each month? Do you wish there were simple solutions to help feel like yourself again?

In this podcast, you will find holistic and faith-based solutions to help you get off of the premenstrual anxiety rollercoaster each month. My mission is to provide you a safe and gentle space to learn how to care for yourself during your premenstrual phase and whole cycle with holistic remedies, nutrition, movement, spiritual growth, mindset work and habit formation.

If you’re ready to move away from feeling anxious, overwhelmed and chaotic to calm, balanced and peaceful, you’re in the right place.

Hey friend! I’m Lauren, a registered nurse, certified reflexologist, Jesus-lover, mom and PMDD warrior. For over a decade, I constantly found myself struggling to manage the anxiety and overwhelm I would get in the week before my period. I often felt lost, crazy, like I was failing my family, friends and God.

Things started to shift when I began implementing holistic wellness practices and habits into ALL areas of my life. I learned that if I was going to make it to the other side each month, I would need to find my “medicine” that focused on keeping my body well, my mind clear and my identity in God strong.

If you’re ready to find the balance and calm throughout your WHOLE cycle that you desperately desire… to feel more grounded and rooted in who you are in God… to learn bite-size and evidence-based practices that will support your body, mind and spirit- this podcast is for you!

So, grab your coffee (no judgement if it's decaf!) and let's get started!

 

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Hey friend!

In today's episode we're taking a hard look at 3 questions to be asking yourself when the PMS or PMDD is debilitating. It can be so hard when we're in the thick of the anxiety, hopelessness, rage, self-criticism to take an objective view at how we're living our lives, but it's so vital! In true holistic fashion, join me in looking at your spiritual, physical and emotional health to see what areas need tweaking and support in order for your body to feel balanced, your mind to experience clarity and your spirit to be anchored in Truth.

Enjoy the episode!

Lauren

 

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Hey friend! This week on the podcast I have another guest, Melanie Bourbeau! We talked about the link between gut health and our mood and just how this can be exacerbating premenstrual symptoms. Also, wish I could take credit for the great pun in the title, but AI wins again... :D 

Melanie offers some really solid, practical and bite-size tools around diet, movement and habits for how to improve your gut health so that you can see the changes you want to see in your mood. 

Melanie is a wife, mom to young adults, and daughter of the King. She has been coaching people over last few years to overcome depression and anxiety naturally and loves to see all the good results.

Listen to Melanie's podcast here

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Are you struggling with anxiety and overwhelm, but you're not quite sure if it's related to where you are in your cycle? Are there times when the anxiety gets worse and you're trying to figure out if it is tied to your premenstrual phase?

In this episode, I'm sharing 3 ways to help you figure out when and how your anxiety symptoms are showing up, and how you can start tracking where you are in your cycle.

Have a listen!

Lauren

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We're moving right along with our PMS Symptom Series, and this week on the show we're talking cravings! 

It's a big one that a lot of women struggle with when it comes to their premenstrual phase & during menstruation.

There's tons of biology behind it, but also a lot of PSYCHOLOGY, especially from a women's health & wellness perspective. I'm sharing the causes, but also what we can do about it. Also getting raaaaw about where I'm at with the good ol' cravings! :D 

Grab a notebook, pen & have a listen!

Lauren

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Does this sound familiar: You're feeling the love with your spouse, things are going well, your communication is good and on point.

Then you hit your premenstrual phase and everything goes downhill from there. 

You doubt your decision, your relationship, why you're together. You just want to get out and leave. You're frustrated, angry and the last thing you want to do is talk about it.

If this is something that keeps coming up for you, I'd encourage you to have a listen to this episode and try this tip. It'll really help ground you back in reality when the doubts and questions start and give you confidence for why you're with the guy you chose!

Enjoy!

Lauren

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Hey friend! It's Monday again, and I'm so excited to share this episode with you of my conversation with Aileen Orr! Aileen and I have been friends for years, and we love chatting about all things holistic and natural wellness, women's health, hormones- all the good stuff! So, we decided to make an official conversation of it and do an episode all about Aileen's experience with getting her period, working through depression, how that affected her premenstrual phase, what she did to help it and where she's at today! 

So, grab a coffee, tea- whatever is getting you warm and cozy these days- and have a listen!

Lauren

 

Aileen grew up on a farm near Brooks, Alberta. She spent the beginning of her adult life studying at the University of Lethbridge, where she got her degrees in English and Education. She's been fortunate enough to do a bit of traveling and living in other places, and has spent the last few years teaching mainly in junior high and upper elementary grades. Her favourite job she's ever had is a tie between working at various summer camps and being a story teller for the library one semester. Her dream job has always been to farm, and that's still the long term goal.    She's married to Eric, and she is currently enjoying her first few weeks of Maternity leave before she gets promoted to being Little Sprout's mom!  

Links:

Book: The Body Keeps the Score, by Bessel van der Kolk MD 

 

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Are you coming to another Easter feeling discouraged, like you're "failing" as a Christian because of the anxiety that you struggle with? Does peace and calm just feel so out of reach for you while you're battling the overwhelm, mental tornado and overthinking?

If this is where you are at this Easter, please have a listen to this episode and know that Christ offers a hand to you in the midst of the anxiety. You don't have to have it together to appreciate this Easter. In fact, the less you have it together the more you're pointed to Jesus. So come as you are! 

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In today's episode, we're talking about the stigma and taboo-ness around women's health and the menstrual cycle. I think I can confidently say we've all experienced it and each of us has varying degrees of baggage, shame or discomfort around the topic. 

I'm talking about how we can start gaining more awareness of our bodies and creating space for conversation, however you want that to look for yourself. It doesn't have to be covering ourselves with our menstrual blood and saying I AM WOMAN!, or hiding away in our rooms, pretending nothing is wrong, that you're not feeling things and all that! Let's find a happy balance that you feel confident and happy in! 

Let's jump into it!

 

Lauren

 

Episodes Mentioned:

Episode 15

 

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How are your stress levels these days, my friend? Does it feel like your burdens are really heavy and you're overwhelmed? I understand. There's a lot happening in the world and in our lives, from politics to kids, and it can feel like we're constantly drowning.

We know the negative impact that stress has on our bodies as a whole, so it's important to take a moment to slow down and assess where our stress levels are at. In this episode, I'm sharing 5 questions to be asking yourself if you're dealing with a lot of stress or anxiety in your life. It'll help align yourself with how God sees you and also move in the direction of how you can be making changes in your life.

Have a listen!

Lauren

Episode 68: Holiday Overwhelm & Overstimulation? 5 Tips for Calming Your Nervous System

Join the 8-Week Hormone Reset Challenge for Christian Women! We're heading into week 4 and delving into stress and how it impacts our hormones and bodies.

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Does the thought of a New Year immediately make you dread the idea of coming up with new year’s resolutions? I get it. What if this year we committed to learning how we can start BEING every single day, week, month, year, instead of being consumed by all the DOING? What if God was inviting us into a season of less shame, condemnation and striving, and more grace, gentleness and freedom (spoiler! He is always inviting us into this!)

In this episode, I encourage you to put your year’s “to-do” list down, and start just listening to what God is inviting you into!

Let’s dive into it!

Lauren

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The reality is, our bodies crave simplicity and getting back to the basics. We often think that balancing hormones, getting emotionally regulated, getting our energy back and not being overwhelmed involve a whole slew of things. Yet, it's really the exact opposite. The more we try to "do" and "force", the more stressed out we're going to be, and we all know how that leads to more negative health issues.

In this episode, I'm chatting about the 3 core pillars for helping solve menstrual-health related issues (from PMS to PCOS) that bring you back to the basics. While each of these specific health issues, like endometriosis & PCOS, have their own intricacies and different approaches, these 3 pillars are a great place to start. 

While these 3 points are very overarching, if you are interested in getting down to the specifics and figuring out how they can apply in your life and your specific situation, I'd love to work with you. If you'd like to chat to see if 1:1 coaching is the right fit for you, click the here and we can have a quick 10-15 minute chat!

 

Blessings,

Lauren

 

Episodes Mentioned:

Episode 52

 

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Hey friend! Are you looking for ways to better incorporate movement into your life that pairs nicely with your menstrual cycle? Or are you maybe on either extremes, of not moving at all and knowing you need to start, or over-moving to the point where your body is depleted, exhausted and doing the opposite of what you want it to do?

 

The reality is, our bodies as women, need different movement and exercise routines than men, and when we become curious and willing to listen and learn from our bodies, we move more and more towards a place of wellness. If you're curious about movement, your menstrual cycle and hormones, have a listen to this week's episode!

 

Lauren

Want to learn more about this topic?

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Does it feel like your PMS or PMDD symptoms are a bit (or a lot!) worse this time around?

Are you thinking what did I do or not do to make it this bad?!

Are you feeling extra irritable, anxious or self-critical

If this is you right now, have a listen to this week's episode. There are a bunch of reasons why this could be happening, but I've narrowed it down to four! I have found these to be some of my biggest predictors for worse premenstrual symptoms. And when I'm able to put 2 & 2 together (to equal these four, of course :D), then it gives me more awareness and insight into what I can be doing differently next time around.

Have a listen!

Lauren

Links:

Dairy

Stress

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Should I be taking supplements? What should I be taking? Will they help me feel more regulated?

Are you asking these questions when it comes to finding solutions that will help you feel more emotionally regulated during your premenstrual phase? You're not alone! Lots of women are wanting to start their wellness journeys towards more emotional stability with natural, holistic strategies, and supplements, vitamins and minerals are a great place to start!

In this episode, I share the 5 supplements/ vitamins/ minerals that I started with when I first found out I had premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD). 

Have a listen! 

Lauren

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Listen To Episode 14

Listen To Episode 24

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Disclaimer: This podcast (PMS Made Peaceful) is not meant to take the place of professional medical help. It is for educational purposes only. Please always consult with your primary health care provider before implementing any of the solutions & topics discussed in this podcast. 

Does staying on track with your wellness goals feel difficult and overwhelming? Does it feel like a lot of work to be consistent with the habits you know are helping you feel better but feel so out of reach, especially during your premenstrual phase?

If this sounds familiar, I know you'll get so much out of this episode. I'm sharing 3 super simple, super practical, super tactile tips for doing those things that will help you feel your best and show up well for your family, your friends and for yourself!

Have a listen!

Lauren

 

Links:

Grow Wild by Katy Bowman

https://www.nutritiousmovement.com/product/grow-wild-the-whole-child-whole-family-nature-rich-guide-to-moving-more-paperback/

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Have you ever felt similar to a kite that is being smacked around by the wind? Do your thoughts just seem so volatile, so erratic, where they feel almost impossible not to believe?

I get it! I've been there, and it can just feel so so hard to know how to get anchored in those moments and not get sucked into the chaos and lies. In this episode, I'm sharing a verse (actually, it's just the first several words of the verse!) that will help you know where and how to start when your thoughts and feelings feel so out of control. This will be your safe haven, your go-to solution for when you're trying to remember your worth and value and who you belong to.

I hope it blesses you!

Lauren

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We all have our habits that we automatically turn to when we feel anxious or overwhelmed, but what if they were just exacerbating the anxiety?

In this episode, I talk about 2 habits you might be doing when you’re in the thick of premenstrual anxiety that may very well be making the intrusive thoughts, anxiety and spiraling worse.

Stay tuned for next week as well, where I share 2 things to START doing instead! If we don’t replace our bad habits with GOOD & BETTER habits, we’ll most likely just fall back into the same patterns.

Lauren

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Hey friend, does it feel like EVERY premenstrual phase you're wrestling with the same questions, believing the same lies, thinking the same thoughts? Does it feel really hard to decipher what is true and what's false, what are lies and what is reality?

In this episode, I share 3 lies the enemy (aka Satan!) would love for you to believe and be consumed by during your premenstrual phase, so you stay stuck in the paralysis, despair and darkness. 

While this is a heavy and hard topic to talk about, we need all the light of Jesus we can get when discussing it. I pray God's clarity, truth & light would fully cover you as you listen to this episode.

Lauren

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It can often feel like the anxiety and overwhelm are so all-consuming, like there is no way around or through it. It can start to feel like we’re grasping at anything for a solution, for anything that will fix the or take away the anxiety.

Psalm 131 invites us to humbly come before God and trust that he will meet us there- even in the throes of anxiety and feeling paralyzed by overwhelm.

I encourage you to take advantage of just being with this episode. Find a quiet, comfortable place and just listen. Allow your body and mind to rest.

Lauren

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lectio_Divina

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Do you struggle do get enough sleep at night? Do you feel sluggish and drained throughout the day, chugging back all the coffee to make it through, only to feel wired and "productive" at night? Does it stem from a need to keep going, producing or pushing through to prove something, or prove yourself to God?

 

All good questions to be asking. This week's episode is chalked full of passages and verses that not only encourage rest and retreat, but that also point us to the humble and gentle character of God.

 

Want to learn more about the biology and physiology behind sleep, cortisol levels and adrenal fatigue? I'd encourage you to hop into the Facebook Group to watch the video for week 6 of the 8-week hormone reset challenge for Christian women.

 

Join here: https://tinyurl.com/5n7j6947

 

Grab the 17-page workbook with the challenge: www.herbodysings.com/challenge

 

Lauren

 

Disclaimer: This podcast (PMS Made Peaceful) is not meant to take the place of professional medical help. It is for educational purposes only. Please always consult with your primary health care provider before implementing any of the solutions & topics discussed in this podcast.

 

Struggling with despair? Feeling frantic or like you're on the verge of breaking down? Questioning if you are loved or if God is near? 

In this week's episode, we're having a quick chat about 2 Timothy 2:13: "If we are faithless, he remains faithful, for he cannot disown himself".

This verse has been extremely comforting to me this week as I have struggled with a lot of despairing internal dialogue and difficult emotions. It gives me so much comfort to know that even when I don't have the faith, Jesus still holds me so close. 

I hope this episode gives you encouragement today too.

Much love, friend.

Lauren

 

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Wow, friends! We're at the end of the PMS Symptom Series! It's been a hoot & I have LOVED learning and sharing with you about the 4 main PMS symptoms as researched by Dr. Guy Abraham! They are anxiety, cravings, depression & water retention!

This last episode brings it all together. So if you're struggling with nervous tension, irritability, fatigue, cravings, bloating, headaches, brain fog, forgetfulness, disinterest in the things you used to love doing... have a listen to this episode to get 4 solutions helping to manage your PMS or PMDD symptoms.

Also, if you want more of a detailed treatment plan for each symptom, listen to the previous 4 episodes! Each one gives great content!

I hope you feel blessed by this episode!

Lauren

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Is the anxiety feeling heavy? Are you feeling overwhelmed, alone, isolated, like you're fighting this battle all by yourself?

If this is sounding familiar, take a break and come hang out with me and the Holy Spirit for 10 minutes.

God wants to speak his truth and love over you, and if we let him, our hearts and minds can be moved into a place of peace and joy, away from chaos and confusion.

We also all just need a space for our nervous systems to rest and chill out for a bit, away from distraction, noise and social media!

Lauren

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Are you wanting to get the most out of listening to this podcast? Is the anxiety and overwhelm before your period just leading to more and more anxiety and overwhelm? Are you getting really tired of it consuming you each cycle? Do you want to see transformation, build habits and learn to be consistent with your wellness goals throughout your WHOLE cycle, all while doing it in a way that helps you grow closer to God and doesn’t lead to more shame?

Well, first off... Merry Christmas! What a topic to be talking about in light of knowing Jesus has come to bring wholeness & healing! May Christ's peace & blessing be on you as you listen!

In this episode, I’m sharing 3 ways to get the most out of this podcast so that you can see results and start moving more towards that calm and peace in your body and mind!

If you’re ready to start this journey of learning to navigate the turbulence of premenstrual anxiety together, then grab a notebook and pen!

Let’s dive into it!

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Have you heard of reflexology before? Have you heard that it helps with premenstrual issues?

In this episode, I share my own personal experiences with reflexology, what my clients have experienced, and what research says about it when it comes to getting it done specifically for premenstrual symptoms and disturbances.  

I encourage you to listen in, & who knows?! Maybe after this episode you’ll look into booking a session!

Lauren

Study mentioned in episode: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8629353/

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Are you in survival mode right now, right in the middle of your PMDD or hell week? Are you feeling like you're drowning, and it feels so difficult to lift your hand up out of the water for some help?

If this is where you are right now, take heart, friend. Know that it will pass.

Have a listen to this prayer if it feels like the chaos and confusion are speaking louder than the peace and clarity.

May God meet you right where you are and bring his peace and calm to your heart, body and mind.

Lauren

Maybe you're just joining in, or maybe you're an OG to this podcast (original gansta! ;) Either way, this podcast has had some changes made to it! Okay, a lot! New photo, new title, new tagline.. lots of change!

I wanted to share a bit about why I changed the name of this podcast from Premenstrual Anxiety Solutions to PMS Peaceful, as well as why I changed the tagline, etc etc! 

So, have a listen! And thank you so much for being here with me and coming along for the ride! I'm excited for where things are going and I'm excited you're here with me!

Much love, Lauren!

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It can be easy to think of God just up there in Heaven waving a finger at us, saying "you should have this figured out by now" or "can you just pull up your bootstraps already?" But yet God is gracious and compassionate in the midst of our "figuring out", pain and suffering. Even when we're living in deliberate sin, he's still waiting on us and wants to restore us.

In this episode, I'm sharing 4 passages that point to just this. God wants to heal, wants to restore, wants to rescue. He cares that you're brokenhearted, that you're struggling with debilitating anxiety or depression again this premenstrual phase, that you're discouraged about your health and wellness journey. 

Have a listen and may you encounter the God who heals and rescues.

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There's still time to join the 8-Week Hormone Reset Challenge For Christian Women! It's starting today, January 13th! Get ready for 8 weeks of wellness strategies focused on partnering with the one who created you, understanding what influences the balance of your hormones and how to give your emotions a reset for 2025. I'll see you inside the group!

Join here: https://tinyurl.com/5n7j6947

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Disclaimer: This podcast (PMS Made Peaceful) is not meant to take the place of professional medical help. It is for educational purposes only. Please always consult with your primary health care provider before implementing any of the solutions & topics discussed in this podcast.

Are you looking for natural and holistic ways to manage the premenstrual rollercoaster? Do you wish you could just "grab" a quick solution when you're in the heat of premenstrual anxiety or overthinking that you know will actually help you?

In this episode, I'm sharing just that! 3 natural and holistic habits you can be implementing TODAY that will be an asset for your coping toolkit when you're in the heat of PMS. These are habits perfect for utilizing all cycle long, so that when the premenstrual phase slides in, you're prepared and ready and don't have to think too hard about what to do that will help you feel better.

I hope these help! 

Lauren

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Hey friend! This is part 2 of the Regulate Your Emotions Workshop replay! If you haven't listened to part 1, click here and have a listen! 

This episode we get into the nitty gritty of who are you talking to? And who are you listening to?

I had a great time sharing this content on the workshop! I'll definitely do another one in the future, so come join in the fun!

Also, I'd love to hear from you! Have some feedback about the show or about what you'd like to learn more about? Just fill out this form and I'll chat about it! I LOVE hearing from all of you listening to the show, and I really, really want to tailor this to YOU, the listener, so that what I'm sharing on the podcast is relevant to your journey!

Thanks so much! After a month of having this form up, I'll do some draws for $5 Starbucks for everyone who filled it out! 

Enjoy the replay!

Blessings, Lauren

 

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Work with Me- Book a 1:1 private coaching session with me, where together we take a holistic, deep dive into your lifestyle habits to see how it is affecting your mood, thoughts & emotions during your premenstrual phase. We then create a personalized wellness plan specific to your needs so that you can start feeling more emotionally regulated and able to stick to the things that help you feel better throughout your entire menstrual cycle.

 

Join the FREE Facebook Community- Join PMS Made Peaceful For Christian Women to connect and continue the conversation! You'll find physical, emotional & spiritual (yes, we're Jesus lovin' over here!) support for navigating PMS/ PMDD symptoms, from what foods to eat & avoid, what movement to do in each phase, emotional regulation strategies, habit building tools and so much more!

 

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Disclaimer: This podcast (PMS Made Peaceful) is not meant to take the place of professional medical help. It is for educational purposes only. Please always consult with your primary health care provider before implementing any of the solutions & topics discussed in this podcast (full disclaimer here: www.herbodysings.com/terms)

We're onto our second week of Advent, and this week we're talking about peace. We've all heard peace thrown around by people: find your inner peace.. look within yourself to be calm. Lots of worldly advice that doesn't actually help. Instead, we need to find our peace from outside of ourselves, in God, the one who created us. So, if you've been asking questions like: What if I don't have enough _____________ ? And everything goes wrong? And we won't be all right? What if tragedy hits? These can be paralyzing if we don't know who to give them to. 

Have a listen and I pray this episode blesses you and points you to the Prince of Peace.

Lauren

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Join the Free Community: Holistic PMS & PMDD Care For Christian Women is a Facebook group for women who are desiring support for their PMS or PMDD symptoms in a way that aligns with their faith and values. You'll also find physical and emotional support for helping balance hormones, nourish your body with the right foods, calm your nervous system and sync with your menstrual cycle,

Book a FREE Discovery Call: Want to work together and get to the root issues of your PMS or PMDD symptoms? Let's jump on a quick call and we'll see if this could be the next step for you in your wellness journey towards more balance, emotional regulation and peace in your life.

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Disclaimer: This podcast (PMS Made Peaceful) is not meant to take the place of professional medical help. It is for educational purposes only. Please always consult with your primary health care provider before implementing any of the solutions & topics discussed in this podcast (full disclaimer here: www.herbodysings.com/terms)

You've probably heard about seed cycling. It's kind of a big deal all over wellness blogs. Are you curious about how it works, or IF it works? 

In this episode, I break down what seed cycling is, how it works and what the research says about the practice. If you've ever wondered if you should start incorporating seed cycling into your wellness, tune in to this episode!

Also, GIVEAWAY ALERT!!

Want to win a free coaching call with me to work through PMS, premenstrual anxiety or PMDD symptoms that are affecting your day to day life?! Want to figure out how we can make both your whole cycle and premenstrual phase a bit smoother? There will also be a follow up call a few weeks after to evaluate how things are going!

What can you expect from this call?

- we'll use my secret sauce method to work through various areas of wellness in your life, and prioritize 2-3 goals that you would like to see positive changes in

- we'll create a plan that is completely YOU directed, so that the changes are what you want and have desire to shift

- we'll take things step-by-step, little-by-little, to eliminate overwhelm and self-sabotage, and actually get you moving in the direction you want to go

- 3-4 weeks later, we'll do a follow-up call to see how things are going, what needs tweaking, etc etc.

Are you interested??

You can enter by:

1) Leaving me a written review on Apple Podcasts. Screenshot it and send it to me via IG or email (@herbodysings or laurencollins@herbodysings.com)

2) Join my free Facebook Group! Link here! https://www.facebook.com/groups/premenstrualanxietysolutions/

Say hello in the group and use the #giveaway

3) Get 2 entries by doing both 1 & 2! 

Let me know if you have any questions!

Links from episode:

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10261760/

https://www.researchgate.net/publication/369913915_Advantages_of_seed_cycling_diet_in_menstrual_dysfunctions_A_review_based_explanation

https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/seed-cycling#seed-benefits  

Lauren

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Disclaimer: This podcast (PMS Made Peaceful) is not meant to take the place of professional medical help. It is for educational purposes only. Please always consult with your primary health care provider before implementing any of the solutions & topics discussed in this podcast.

45. Use This 9-Step Plan to Move From Out of Control to Emotionally Balanced

Hey friend! Have you ever found yourself in the middle of the emotional spiral, and the next thought of what you need to do to get out feels utterly paralyzing? The decision fatigue, the decision overwhelm, wondering how you'll do it, what will help... it can feel like way too much to think about when you're in the heat of feeling emotionally dysregulated.

 

In this episode, I'm sharing my SIMPLE 9 step plan for helping you MOVE out of that space and into one where you're feeling calm, confident and more in control of your thoughts and emotions. These solutions have helped me heaps over the last year and a bit!

I hope it helps you too!

 

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Disclaimer: This podcast (PMS Made Peaceful) is not meant to take the place of professional medical help. It is for educational purposes only. Please always consult with your primary health care provider before implementing any of the solutions & topics discussed in this podcast (full disclaimer here: www.herbodysings.com/terms)