Living Well with PMDD
FaktaThis podcast is about Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD). What is it? How to 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 actionFor more information, check out Heidi's website at https://heidibradfordcoaching.com Resources --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.comMusic promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com
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- Getting Rid of PMDD: Defaults (00:23:43)
Today we discuss what defaults are, why they're important, how to properly use them, and examples that work well for Heidi. Listen to the podcast for examples. 🙂 Heidi always love to connect with listeners. Send her an email anytime at heidi@heidibradfordcoaching.com Take Aways -A default in this context is: is a pre-selected option that you choose to do if there is not an alternative that you want more. -Creating defaults leads to more freedom. -Having defaults saves time ...
- Getting Rid of PMDD: Tracking (00:25:02)
Join Heidi to discover a basic way of tracking signs and symptoms you experience and an advanced way of tracking signs and symptoms. Record on paper, in a planner, on your phone, and/or using an app. Remember to record physical and emotional signs and symptoms. They are interconnected and influence one another. Take Aways Why you should track your signs and symptomsBasic tracking includes: recording the date you begin your period, how many days you bleed, your mood, and any discord...
- Getting Rid of PMDD: Supplements (00:22:43)
Are you stuck not knowing what supplements to try to get rid of your pmdd symptoms? This is a great episode for you! Heidi shares the supplements, vitamins, and medicines she has tried over the past 3 years to get rid of her symptoms. Each woman's body is unique so trial and error is key for success, but listening to what has helped other women is great for a starting point and each time you want to try something new. Take Aways Don't fall for "There's no price too high for good health." trap...
- Getting Rid of PMDD: Mindset (00:16:52)
This and the following four episodes are a series of podcasts explaining Heidi's five part method to get rid of PMDD. This episode is about Part 1: Mindset. Heidi's 5 Part Method for Getting Rid of PMDD MindsetSupplementsTrackingDefaultsPersonal DevelopmentTake Aways This method is to be used continually.When you find mindsets that help you, incorporate them more into your life.Common worries/thoughts that a woman with PMS or PMDD are... We're going to get into a fight. I'm going to be irrita...
- Handling Loss Part 2 (00:22:49)
In the previous episode, Heidi shared why handling loss has been on her mind and ways to handle loss. Today she discusses losses that are common for women that experience PMDD and ways that can help you feel better. Take Aways Losses women experience when PMDD symptoms are active: Relationship with yourself: You experience the loss of your “usual” relationship with yourself (during days 15-28). Relationship with your husband: Normal solutions for conflict resolution don’t work. You lose ...
- Handling Loss Part 1 (00:16:15)
Loss is a part of life. It's not a very fun part, but it seems to be necessary during our time on this earth. Over the past six months, Heidi has experienced loss in the form of loved ones passing from this life and loved ones of her friends passing from this life. Take Aways You will likely experience loss that will affect you in these areas: relationships, time, health, and money. Women with premenstrual disorders experience loss in unique ways (Addressed more in Part 2)Are...
- 11 Obstacles to Recognizing You Have a Premenstrual Disorder (00:12:55)
Premenstrual disorders (like PMDD or PME) can be tricky to recognize. There isn't one significant symptom that is a tell-tale sign that you have a premenstrual disorder. In this episode, Heidi describes obstacles to recognizing you have a premenstrual disorder. Take Aways: 11 Obstacles Premenstrual disorder manifests as a mental health challengeWhen you present your issues and problems to a doctor nothing stands out as a premenstrual disorder.Hormone levels come back normal (becau...
- What is Premenstrual Exacerbation (PME)? (00:14:13)
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 ...
- Dealing with "Difficult" People (00:08:48)
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 though...
- Strategies for Turning Off Your Brain at Bedtime (00:12:05)
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 hap...
- 2024 Podcast Review and Insights (00:21:38)
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 Agency 2- The R.A.D. Process 3a- The Strategy of E-Mode (Emergency Mode) 3b- The Strategy of Heidi's Sleep Script 4- Having Hope as a state...
- Holiday Reflections (00:15:01)
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...
- Goal Setting and Failure Part 2 (00:12:30)
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 Aways The Four Steps in Goal Setting and Achievement: 1. A desire for change or a desire for a different result 2. A belief that you can accomplish the result 3. Trying 4. Reaching the goal/the change/the result, or NOT. - We can change a failure from the past into a suc...
- Goal Setting and Failure Part 1 (00:15:13)
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: ...
- Helps for Loved Ones of Women with PMDD - Part 2 (00:16:15)
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 negat...
- Helps for Loved Ones of Women with PMDD - Part 1 (00:13:48)
Today Heidi shares observations she has of herself, her teen daughter, and others that experience PMDD. The focus of today's episode is to offer perspective for the significant other and loved ones of those suffering with PMDD. It is not easy to understand what is going on in a woman's head when her PMDD symptoms are active, or to know how to help her. Listen in for some help! Take Aways -PMDD symptoms will likely be worse when the woman is dealing with disappointment, unmet expecta...
- De-Stressing Your Holidays (00:21:37)
Would you like experience less stress this holiday season? Listen in for Heidi's formula for de-stressing the holidays. Then pick out the mindset shifts you need to make to plan, follow through, and enjoy all the holiday happenings. 3 Part Formula 1. Plan 2. Follow Through 3. Enjoy Take Aways -Prioritizing two, one hour sessions of planning is all it takes to have a less stressful Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's. -Believing that the planning will be worth it is key to it happening. ...
- Interview with Anna Hall, Co-Founder of Embody and PMDD Survivor (00:30:44)
Hi! To watch the full interview, click here. Today we hear Anna Hall's experiences leading to her diagnosis of PMDD. We also hear about the incredible cycle tracking app she co-founded, called Embody. Anna has a positive, uplifting spirit about her and is an example of who we can be when we embrace the good parts of every part of our cycle. Time Stamps 00- Welcome and Introduction 3:17- Anna's experience with PMDD 5:18- Anna's mom tells her she thinks she (her mom) had PMDD and maybe A...
- The Magic of Tracking for PMS and PMDD (00:18:23)
Join Heidi to learn (or be reminded of) the benefits that come to you by tracking your period, signs, and symptoms. Take Aways -Your brain is sneaky. You may think you always act a certain way when you have PMS, but until you track it in writing, you may be believing something that isn't true. -The Magic... what you can receive: peace, assurance, confidence, proof, accomplishment -Recording makes it easier to see trends and cycles in mood and behavior. -4 reasons why tracking is...
- Inspired by Others: Christina Elizabeth Bohn Rudd (00:11:02)
In episode 1 of this podcast, Heidi talks about hearing of the death of a woman. Hearing about this woman's death was the catalyst to Heidi taking steps to finding out more about PMDD. Heidi moved to a different state a few months after learning of this woman's death, and did not remember her name...only her married last name. This week, Heidi discovered the woman's name and the inspiring actions of this woman's mother, particularly since her daughter's death. Listen for the details. Take ...
- Trying to be Happy (00:11:48)
Have you tried to be happy? Are you trying harder to be happy than to be sad? This episode explores where a simple request from her husband led her that day. Take Aways -Actively trying to be something or feel a certain way is different than passively going at it. -When trying to be happy, Heidi prioritized exercise, decreased sugar, focused on the task at hand. -She reminded herself throughout the day that two things can be true at once: she's still struggling AND she's trying to...
- Interview with Marcie: Results From Life Coaching (00:29:16)
Join me as I interview Marcie about her experiences with life coaching. Marcie has been coaching with me since 2022. She is a teacher and has been a single mom to her two boys for most of their lives. Marcie had breast cancer and came out on the other side. Topics -About Marcie -How Marcie and Heidi met -Results Marcie thinks life coaching has helped her get: Feeling better, increased self confidence, losing 70 lbs to date, less negative self talk, better relationships, decreasing debt, a...
- A Duty You Have To Your Child (00:20:16)
Today we discuss the duty we have TO LIVE... especially in relation to showing our children one way to live right now. Take Aways What we do matters, but us DOING and ENGAGING in life matters more. It's easy to get caught up in, "Am I doing what's right for my child?" We don't get to decide what lesson our children learn and in what manner they learn them. A poor example may teach them better than an amazing example. Be sure to live! Our children will make judgements based on us and i...
- Enjoy Being a VIP (00:21:52)
We miss out on the opportunity to SOAK IN and LOVE being a Very Important Person (a VIP) to others so much! Heidi shares some ideas on how to SOAK IT IN and how to recognize when the opportunity to ENJOY being a VIP is there. Take Aways - It is a great privilege to be a VIP to people in your life. -Some of the people that bring us opportunities for joy & fun are also the people that bring the most opportunities for frustration, stress, and disappointment. -YOU ARE A VIP TO SOMEONE. (Ev...
- Gentle Reminders (00:16:48)
Heidi has been struggling with accepting some health challenges that some of her family members are experiencing. Some of the challenges are part of the "natural" aging process and another is not. Heidi lets you in on her thoughts and feelings over the past few weeks surrounding these circumstances and some beautiful reminders that came in the past few days to help her begin to feel some peace around these issues. Take Aways -In the 1700's Samuel Johnson said, "People need to be r...