Her Shift

19/08/2025

15/08/2025

Growth doesn’t always look like progress.

Sometimes it looks like hiding in the loo, texting your therapist, and hoping no one notices. PMDD recovery isn’t a straight line—and it’s definitely not always Instagrammable.

Ever had a ‘growth’ moment that felt more like a meltdown? You’re not alone. Share yours below or just let yourself breathe today. 💬

14/08/2025

PMDD isn’t just ‘bad PMS’—it’s a full-body plot twist.

Some days, I write in this notebook just to remember who I am underneath the hormonal chaos. (Spoiler: she’s still in there, probably under a blanket.)

Ever felt like a stranger in your own skin? Let’s talk about it—my latest podcast episode is up for anyone who needs a little ‘me too’ today. 💛

www.hershift.com/podcast

13/08/2025

Ever feel like your hormones are running the show and you’re just an unpaid extra? 🎬 Welcome to the PMDD rollercoaster, where the only thing more unpredictable than your mood is the British weather. 🌦️ If you’ve ever found yourself crying over a sandwich (or yelling at your houseplants), you’re in good company. Join The Room Transformation Book Club for support, laughs, and the kind of honesty your group chat can’t handle. 💬✨

13/08/2025

**3 Lesser-Known PMDD Symptoms (That No One Warns You About)**

When we talk about PMDD, everyone expects the mood swings, the exhaustion, the “just PMS, but worse” narrative. But for so many of us, the real daily struggles are the symptoms nobody ever mentions. The ones that make you feel like you’re broken, dramatic, or just “too sensitive.”
Let’s talk about three of those lesser-known symptoms—because you deserve to know you’re not alone.

✨ **1. Misophonia:**
Ever felt like the sound of someone chewing, tapping, or even breathing makes your skin crawl? During PMDD, my tolerance for noise drops to zero. Everyday sounds become unbearable—sometimes it’s rage, sometimes it’s panic, sometimes it’s just the urge to run away. If you’ve ever hidden in the bathroom to escape the sound of cutlery, you’re not crazy. This is a real, neurological symptom, not a personal failing.

✨ **2. Hypervigilance:**
Suddenly, every little thing feels like a threat. I’m on edge, scanning for danger, catastrophizing the tiniest details. It’s like my brain is stuck in high alert, convinced something bad is about to happen—even if I’m “just” at home. This isn’t just anxiety; it’s a body and mind that have learned to expect chaos, especially during the luteal phase.

✨ **3. No Ability to Multitask:**
Here’s one that hit me hard: I used to be the queen of juggling ten things at once. But in PMDD mode? Forget it. My brain goes offline. I can barely finish a sentence, let alone reply to messages, cook dinner, and keep a conversation going. The guilt is real—but the struggle is even more real. If you’re suddenly unable to “keep up,” it’s not laziness. It’s your brain asking for mercy.

You’re not alone if you relate to any (or all) of these. PMDD isn’t just “bad PMS”—it’s a full-body, full-brain experience that deserves more understanding and compassion.

💛 **Want to hear more honest conversations about PMDD, healing, and living in a female body?**
Check out the Her Shift Podcast for real talk, expert advice, and a community that truly gets it.
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13/08/2025

Ever wish healing felt less lonely?

Imagine a soft space where you can show up as yourself—messy, curious, and completely seen. That’s what we’re building inside The Room: monthly book chats, gentle community, and real talk about PMDD (with zero judgment).

Ready to join us for the next book club? Doors are open now—bring your tea, your questions, and your whole self. ☕

hershift.com/room

12/08/2025

I’ve been sent a LOT of “collaboration” emails over the years—most of them so generic I wonder if the sender even knows my name, let alone what Her Shift is about. So when Wild Nutrition got in touch, it actually felt like a human conversation. No copy-paste pitch, no pressure to push a product—just a real message, from real people, who genuinely care about supporting women through the wild ride of hormones, PMDD, and perimenopause.

So yes, I was gifted their Perimenopause Complex (and honestly, this is one of the few times I’ve felt excited to try something new, instead of just… obligated). If you’ve been here a while, you know I’m all about sharing what actually helps—not what’s trending, not what pays the most, and definitely not what makes empty promises.

Wild Nutrition’s ethos really aligns with everything I stand for: science-backed, thoughtful, and rooted in the real experiences of women. No pink-washing, no “fix your hormones in 30 days” nonsense. Just support, education, and a genuine desire to help us feel more like ourselves again.

So here’s to brands that see us, listen to our stories, and create products that honour the messy, beautiful, sometimes-chaotic journey of womanhood. If you’re curious about perimenopause support (or just want to know what’s actually in this complex), I’ll be sharing my honest thoughts as I go—no filter, no fluff, just the truth.

Let me know if you’ve tried Wild Nutrition or if you have any questions about perimenopause, PMDD, or… well, surviving the hormonal rollercoaster in general. We’re in this together. 💛

11/08/2025

1st episode of my new book club ‘The Room’ over on Patreon 💛

Get more from The Room: Self Development & Transformational Book Club with Anna Pearce-Roberts on Patreon