Feeling more emotional before and during your period is completely normal! Hormones like estrogen and progesterone rise and fall throughout your cycle, affecting neurotransmitters in your brain that control mood. You might feel more sensitive, cry more easily, or get frustrated faster. These feelings are real and valid – it’s not “all in your head.” They’re a natural response to hormonal changes in your body.
What can help:
What to know
- Recognize that hormones influence emotions
- Be gentle with yourself during this time
- Get enough sleep and eat well
- Talk to someone if feelings become overwhelming
- Journal or express emotions in healthy ways
Your emotions during your period are normal and temporary!
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