Living Well with PMDD

Heidi Bradford
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Living Well with PMDD

This podcast is about Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD). What is it? How do you know if you have it? What are some strategies to enjoy life with it? I am a certified life coach, mom of 5, and a PMDD Survivor with lots of personal experiences I'd love to share with you.Take action For more information, check out Heidi's website at https://heidibradfordcoaching.com Resources --Monthly Moon Record: https://2039498wfreestuff.s3.amazonaws.com/Monthly_Mood_Record-final-2.pdf https://markspsychiatry.com/mood-diary/ --PMS and Period Support Supplements: www.semainehealth.com/HEIDIBRADFORD98 HEIDIBRADFORD98 Code for checkout on Semaine Health (One-time use) Music Island Breeze by Surf House Productions | https://surf-house-productions.bandcamp.com Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com

  1. JAN 29

    What is Premenstrual Exacerbation (PME)?

    Did you know that PMDD is not the only premenstrual disorder? There is another premenstrual disorder referred to as Premenstrual Exacerbation. In today's episode I explain the differences between PMDD and PME. I also explain what PME is and why some women think they have PMDD when they likely have PME. Enjoy!Take Aways-Overview of the menstrual cycle-"The rise and fall of hormones, especially estrogen and progesterone, contribute to symptoms in premenstrual disorders, PMD, such as premen...

    14 min

  2. JAN 20

    Dealing with "Difficult" People

    In today's episode, I share some out-of-the-box ways to think about people that seem "difficult" for us to be around. Simple thought shifts on your part can bring ease in those relationships. They don't need to change. You don't need to change. Try a new approach.Take Aways-What if you decide now that you'll like them no matter what?-When you genuinely look for reasons to like someone, you can usually find some.-Choose to interact as though you are already friends.-Reject panicky thoughts to ...

    9 min

  3. JAN 13

    Strategies for Turning Off Your Brain at Bedtime

    Do you get floods of ideas when your head hits the pillow? Or maybe an avalanche of worry? So does Heidi. We tend to think the problem is that we aren't sleeping. Or we think the problem is that we're frustrated so we can't sleep. Nope. The problem is believing us getting to sleep is out of our control. In this episode, Heidi offers reasons as to why this happens that she hasn't heard anywhere else. Then she gives a way to address your brain to help get to sleep. Take Aways -Two things happen...

    12 min

  4. JAN 6

    2024 Podcast Review and Insights

    Happy New Year!! Join Heidi as she reviews the podcast episode titles from 2024 and then share insights. The 5 insights she focuses on from 2024 include a principle, a process, two strategies, a state of mind, and a recommendation. Take Aways-Heidi lists the titles of each episode from 2024 (54 episodes).-5 insights 1- The Principle of Thought Agency2- The R.A.D. Process3a- The Strategy of E-Mode (Emergency Mode)3b- The Strategy of Heidi's Sleep Script4- Having Hope as a state of mind th...

    22 min

  5. 12/30/2024

    Holiday Reflections

    Review your holiday season (so far) with Heidi. Did it go well? What did you like? What did you not like? Heidi shares one thing that DID happen that she thought might not happen, one gift that came to fruition that has been in the works for 2 years, and the sad news of a friend passing away. Take Aways-If you're looking back having not enjoyed your holiday season, don't keep thinking about it. Let it go. -If desired, make a plan to savor New Year's in a way you like. -Create a "Thi...

    15 min

  6. 12/22/2024

    Goal Setting and Failure Part 2

    Discover the failure before the success that became this podcast. Heidi shares about her first attempt (that was a failure) and then applies the four steps in goal setting and achievement to her creating this podcast. Take AwaysThe Four Steps in Goal Setting and Achievement:1. A desire for change or a desire for a different result2. A belief that you can accomplish the result3. Trying4. Reaching the goal/the change/the result, or NOT.- We can change a failure from the past into a success in t...

    13 min

  7. 12/16/2024

    Goal Setting and Failure Part 1

    Join Heidi as she celebrates reaching her goal of ONE YEAR of weekly podcasts about living well with PMDD. She discusses her outlook for 2025. Then Heidi recounts her journey to making this podcast a reality. She shares how her first attempt was a failure and then applies the four steps in goal setting and achievement to her creating this podcast. Take Aways-Be proud of yourself for accomplishing goals...especially celebrate all the trying!The Four Steps in Goal Setting and Achievement:1. A d...

    15 min

  8. 12/02/2024

    Helps for Loved Ones of Women with PMDD - Part 2

    Let's pick up where we left off. This episode focuses on helping your loved one with PMDD through verbal acknowledgements, actions, speaking about good things, and spending time together. Take Aways-Verbal acknowledgements can help.-Say, "It's not your fault."-Say, "I love you as you are."-Say, "I'm sorry you have to deal with this." -Reassure her, "You don't have to do that. I will help you with that tomorrow."-Hug her. -Remember that her mind is experiencing an avalanche of negative thinkin...

    16 min
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This podcast is about Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD). What is it? How do you know if you have it? What are some strategies to enjoy life with it? I am a certified life coach, mom of 5, and a PMDD Survivor with lots of personal experiences I'd love to share with you.Take action For more information, check out Heidi's website at https://heidibradfordcoaching.com Resources --Monthly Moon Record: https://2039498wfreestuff.s3.amazonaws.com/Monthly_Mood_Record-final-2.pdf https://markspsychiatry.com/mood-diary/ --PMS and Period Support Supplements: www.semainehealth.com/HEIDIBRADFORD98 HEIDIBRADFORD98 Code for checkout on Semaine Health (One-time use) Music Island Breeze by Surf House Productions | https://surf-house-productions.bandcamp.com Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com

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  • Creator
    Heidi Bradford
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodes
    58
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2025 Living Well with PMDD
  • Show Website
    Living Well with PMDD

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