How Childhood Trauma Affects your PMDD Relationships

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Growing up amidst the upheaval of foster care and adoption, I've navigated the rocky terrain of childhood trauma and its impacts on adult relationships. Paired with the rollercoaster of Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder, this journey is both deeply personal and universally relatable. In an intimate exploration, I open up about the walls we build to protect ourselves from past wounds and how these defenses can create rifts in our relationships, especially under the influence of PMDD. Our emotional histories aren't just footnotes; they are the subtitles to our current love stories, and understanding that dynamic is key to nurturing lasting bonds.

The dance between vulnerability and self-preservation is a delicate one that many of us know all too well. Through a blend of storytelling and reflection, I take you through the peaks and valleys of my own experiences—from almost missing a momentous graduation due to PMDD's emotional toll, to the power of perseverance and finding joy in the midst of struggle. This episode sheds light on the complex interplay of PMDD and the legacy of childhood trauma on how we communicate, react, and love in our most intimate relationships.

Embarking on a path toward healing and self-empowerment is no small feat, and I share the transformative moments of my own healing retreat, where I created a workbook designed to address PMDD symptoms. We discuss the continuous journey of healing from trauma and the importance of tailored support, as I do with my private clients, to maintain relationship health amidst the daily challenges of PMDD. Join me as we tackle the hard-hitting topics of managing trauma and PMDD, and together, let's strive for a future where our relationships are defined not by our past, but by our courage to overcome it.