Maybe you’ve been told you’re just being dramatic or that it’s normal to feel out of control before your period. But here’s the truth: PMSing isn’t just about mood swings. It’s your brain and your hormones in action every month—and the more we understand it, the more we can manage it.

So whether you’ve ever caught yourself crying over a TikTok puppy video, or craving an entire pizza, or even feeling like the world is out to get you—let’s break down what’s actually happening inside your brain.

*Remember to follow the curious listener series where I will dive deeper into the topic of PMS and PMDD