• Her Shift:3 Surprising Things That Helped My PMDD Recovery & Healing Journey
    Oct 3 2025

    What if the biggest breakthroughs in PMDD recovery and trauma healing don’t come from therapy rooms or wellness hacks, but from the small rebellions you make in everyday life?


    In this episode of Her Shift: Surviving PMDD, Trauma Healing & Women’s Wellness Stories, Anna shares 3 surprising practices that transformed her emotional healing journey:

    •The Angel of Death Gratitude Theory — how imagining life as wasted and starting again today unlocked a whole new way of practicing gratitude and coping with PMDD.

    •Why saying “I’ll never do that again” (from ironing for others, to fake bathroom trips with friends, to pretending not to like sex in mums’ groups) became a radical act of healing and boundary-setting.

    •How reading, listening, and learning new ideas nourished her soul, shifted stagnant thinking, and helped her survive PMDD symptoms and trauma.


    This isn’t about fixing yourself — it’s about unlearning martyrdom, questioning the rules you never chose, and reclaiming joy, pleasure, and your own story.


    If you’ve ever asked:

    What really helps PMDD recovery beyond treatment?

    How can I cope with PMDD and trauma day to day?

    What women’s healing practices actually work in real life?


    …this episode will surprise you.


    ✨ Listen now and discover how these three unexpected shifts can wake you up to your own power.


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    36 min
  • Her Shift: I Didn’t Know It Was PMDD Until 2017” — My Story
    Sep 26 2025
    In this conversation, Anna delves into her personal experiences with PMDD, exploring the various treatments she has tried and the impact of hormonal changes on her mental health. She emphasises the importance of understanding that individual experiences with PMDD can vary greatly and highlights the significance of mindset shifts in coping with emotional challenges. Anna also discusses the role of lifestyle changes and community support in navigating the complexities of women's health, ultimately encouraging listeners to embrace their unique journeys and seek out what works best for them.TakeawaysPMDD experiences vary greatly among individuals.Personal relationships can be affected by how we perceive others' actions.Understanding that others' behaviours are not a reflection of our worth is crucial.Hormonal treatments can have different effects on different women.The journey through PMDD and hormonal changes is unique for each woman.Lifestyle changes can significantly impact mental health and well-being.Seeking support and sharing experiences can be beneficial.It's important to explore various treatment options for PMDD.Mindset shifts can lead to better emotional health.Embracing one's femininity and body changes is essential for personal growth.Resources & Links:Battlefield Red Radio: The Hormone WarsThis is my private, unfiltered podcast for women surviving PMDD—no sugar-coating, just raw stories and survival tactics from someone who knows the battle firsthand. Subscribe for exclusive episodes, honest advice, and the support you won’t find anywhere else. 🔴 For the women in the trenches.🔴 For every survivor of the hormone wars. Subscribe HERE✨ Download your FREE PMDD Survival Kit—practical support and guidance for your toughest days.👉 Get Your PMDD Survival Kit Here!Buy Me A Coffeehttps://buymeacoffee.com/annaprFuel the coffee, fuel the movement ☕✨It’s exactly what it sounds like — you buy me a virtual coffee, and I use that energy (and caffeine!) to keep growing this community, sharing content, and supporting women to rise.📌 Follow me on Instagram @theannapr & TikTok @theannapr for daily PMDD tips and women’s wellness content📌 Join the Her Shift community for deep healing work and exclusive PMDD support 📌 Share your thoughts by leaving a review! If an episode hits home, screenshot and tag me—I want to hear your takeaways! 🎙️✨KeywordsPMDD, women's health, trauma healing, hormonal balance, mental health, personal growth, emotional well-being, self-care, lifestyle changes, supportSound Bites"I didn't know it was PMDD until 2017.""Alcohol made me more depressed.""I didn't want my organs ripped out."📌 Follow me on Instagram @theannapr & TikTok @theannapr for more insights📌 Join my Her Shift community for deep healing work HERE📌 Share your thoughts on this episode by leaving a review!👉 If this episode resonated, take a screenshot, share it on social media, and tag me—I’d love to hear your takeaways! 🎙️✨I'd love it if you could subscribe to the podcast and spread the word by sharing it with your friends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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    29 min
  • Her Shift: What Causes PMDD & Is There a Cure/Treatment?
    Sep 19 2025
    PMDD: One Cause, One Cure? Why That Myth Hurts & What Actually Drives Your SymptomsIf you’ve been told PMDD is “just brain sensitivity to normal hormone levels,” this episode is for you. I question the oversimplified narrative that there’s one cause or one cure for PMDD—and unpack why many of us have sky-high hormones, unique triggers, and different sensitivities (yes, estrogen sensitivity is real, not just progesterone). Using parallels from cancer treatment and mental health, I explore how complex conditions rarely have a single explanation or a one-size-fits-all solution.We get into:PMDD causes: hormone sensitivity vs. hormone levels—can both be true?Estrogen sensitivity (my experience) vs. progesterone sensitivity (TikTok’s claim)Why PMDD symptoms spike in the luteal phase—and why not everyone fits the same patternHow trauma, stress load, sleep debt, and inflammation amplify PMDDWhy you might feel “anxious/ADHD” only in certain cycle daysTreatment options: SSRIs, bioidentical progesterone, lifestyle shifts, nervous system tools—what helps whom, and whenTracking your cycle to find your unique PMDD triggers (and stop losing another month)This is an honest, lived-experience breakdown to help you name your patterns, ask better questions, and build a plan that actually supports you—without promising a magic cure.Who this helps:Women searching “Is PMDD caused by hormones or sensitivity?”Anyone confused by conflicting PMDD advice on TikTok or InstagramListeners with high estrogen levels or atypical labs who feel unseenPartners and friends trying to understand why PMDD looks different person to personListener takeaway: Your PMDD isn’t “all in your head,” and it isn’t one thing. It’s a neuroendocrine condition with multiple variables—hormones, nervous system, trauma history, stress, and lifestyle. When you map your pattern, you find your levers for reliefResources & Links:Battlefield Red Radio: The Hormone WarsThis is my private, unfiltered podcast for women surviving PMDD—no sugar-coating, just raw stories and survival tactics from someone who knows the battle firsthand. Subscribe for exclusive episodes, honest advice, and the support you won’t find anywhere else. 🔴 For the women in the trenches.🔴 For every survivor of the hormone wars. Subscribe HERE✨ Download your FREE PMDD Survival Kit—practical support and guidance for your toughest days.👉 Get Your PMDD Survival Kit Here!📌 Follow me on Instagram @theannapr & TikTok @theannapr for daily PMDD tips and women’s wellness content📌 Join the Her Shift community for deep healing work and exclusive PMDD support [HERE]📌 Share your thoughts by leaving a review! If an episode hits home, screenshot and tag me—I want to hear your takeaways! 🎙️✨#PMDD #PMDDSymptoms #PMDDCommunity #PMDDWarrior #HormoneHealth #EstrogenDominance #CyclicalLiving #WomensMentalHealth #LutealPhase #Neuroendocrine #TraumaInformed #NervousSystemRegulation #BioidenticalProgesterone #SSRI #CycleTracking #PMDDSupport📌 Follow me on Instagram @theannapr & TikTok @theannapr for more insights📌 Join my Her Shift community for deep healing work HERE📌 Share your thoughts on this episode by leaving a review!👉 If this episode resonated, take a screenshot, share it on social media, and tag me—I’d love to hear your takeaways! 🎙️✨I'd love it if you could subscribe to the podcast and spread the word by sharing it with your friends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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    42 min
  • Her Shift: Luxury Self-Care at Home: How I Designed a Nervous-System–Safe Space for PMDD, Perimenopause, and Cyclical Living
    Sep 12 2025
    Ever wished your home felt like a luxury hotel—calm, sensory-soothing, and built to support your mental health? In this Her Shift Podcast episode, I share how I turned my home into a nervous-system safe sanctuary inspired by The Langham in Hong Kong: thoughtful scents, soft textures, high-quality washing detergent and cleaning products, candles, clutter-free zones, and intentional details that make everyday life feel supportive—not stressful.We go deep on how environment design can be a powerful act of self-care for women navigating PMDD, perimenopause/menopause symptoms, and cyclical living. I walk you through how I adapt my space to each phase of my cycle lighting, fabrics, fragrance, routines and why sensory choices (smell, touch, sound) can regulate the nervous system, reduce overwhelm, and boost mood and sleep. I also share the menopausal symptoms I’ve been managing (night sweats, brain fog, anxiety spikes) and the practical home tweaks that help cooling bedding, gentle laundry care, evening wind-down rituals, and visual simplicity to calm the mind.How to create a “luxury hotel” feeling at home without overspendingSensory self-care: using scent, texture, and sound to feel groundedPMDD- and menopause-friendly home setup for sleep, mood, and energyCycle-syncing your environment: luteal comfort, menstrual rest, follicular reset, ovulation hosting/social energyMy exact toolkit: luxury detergents, cleaning products, candles, perfume layering, soft furnishings, and micro-routinesThis is real self-care—no guilt, no perfectionism through PMDD days, perimenopause waves, and the shifts of cyclical living.Resources & Links:Battlefield Red Radio: The Hormone WarsThis is my private, unfiltered podcast for women surviving PMDD—no sugar-coating, just raw stories and survival tactics from someone who knows the battle firsthand. Subscribe for exclusive episodes, honest advice, and the support you won’t find anywhere else. 🔴 For the women in the trenches.🔴 For every survivor of the hormone wars. Subscribe HERE✨ Download your FREE PMDD Survival Kit—practical support and guidance for your toughest days.👉 Get Your PMDD Survival Kit Here!📌 Follow me on Instagram @theannapr & TikTok @theannapr for daily PMDD tips and women’s wellness content📌 Join the Her Shift community for deep healing work and exclusive PMDD support [HERE]📌 Share your thoughts by leaving a review! If an episode hits home, screenshot and tag me—I want to hear your takeaways! 🎙️✨Free for listeners:Get my handpicked “Shift List” of 10 Life-Shifting Books—tools for transformation, healing, and thriving with PMDD.👉 Download Your 10 Life-Shifting Books Here! #HerShiftPodcast #SelfCare #PMDD #Perimenopause #Menopause #CyclicalLiving #NervousSystem #MentalHealth #SensorySelfCare #HomeSanctuary #ClutterFree #SlowLiving #WomenOver40 #HealingJourney #TraumaInformed📌 Follow me on Instagram @theannapr & TikTok @theannapr for more insights📌 Join my Her Shift community for deep healing work HERE📌 Share your thoughts on this episode by leaving a review!👉 If this episode resonated, take a screenshot, share it on social media, and tag me—I’d love to hear your takeaways! 🎙️✨I'd love it if you could subscribe to the podcast and spread the word by sharing it with your friends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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    41 min
  • Her Shift: Braces at 42: How Fixing My Smile Changed My Confidence, Mental Health, and Self-Care Journey
    Sep 5 2025
    Ever wondered if it’s too late to transform your smile—and your self-confidence? In this deeply personal episode of the Her Shift Podcast, Anna shares her lifelong battle with smile confidence, the decision to get fixed metal braces at 42, and how investing in her dental health became a powerful act of self-care.From growing up feeling self-conscious about her teeth to finally taking the leap with adult braces, Anna opens up about the emotional rollercoaster, the surprising mental health benefits, and what it really means to prioritize yourself—no matter your age. This episode explores the intersection of beauty, self-worth, and healing, showing how small acts of self-investment can spark major shifts in how we see ourselves.Tune in to hear:Anna’s honest journey with fixed metal braces as an adultThe link between smile confidence, self-esteem, and mental healthHow self-care routines (yes, even dental care!) fit into cyclical living and healing from traumaWhy it’s never too late to invest in yourself and experience your own “Her Shift”If you’ve ever struggled with confidence, felt held back by insecurities, or wondered if self-care can truly change your life, this episode is for you. Hit play and discover how a new smile can be the beginning of a whole new chapter.Resources & Links:Battlefield Red Radio: The Hormone WarsThis is my private, unfiltered podcast for women surviving PMDD—no sugar-coating, just raw stories and survival tactics from someone who knows the battle firsthand. Subscribe for exclusive episodes, honest advice, and the support you won’t find anywhere else. 🔴 For the women in the trenches.🔴 For every survivor of the hormone wars. Subscribe HERE✨ Download your FREE PMDD Survival Kit—practical support and guidance for your toughest days.👉 Get Your PMDD Survival Kit Here!📌 Follow me on Instagram @theannapr & TikTok @theannapr for daily PMDD tips and women’s wellness content📌 Join the Her Shift community for deep healing work and exclusive PMDD support [HERE]📌 Share your thoughts by leaving a review! If an episode hits home, screenshot and tag me—I want to hear your takeaways! 🎙️✨Free for listeners:Get my handpicked “Shift List” of 10 Life-Shifting Books—tools for transformation, healing, and thriving with PMDD.👉 Download Your 10 Life-Shifting Books Here!#HerShiftPodcast #PMDDsupport #WomenWithPMDD #ConfidenceJourney #TraumaHealing #CyclicalLiving #SelfDiscovery #AuthenticConfidence #MentalHealthMatters #HealingJourney #WomenEmpoweringWomen #SelfAcceptance #BoundariesMatter #JournalingForHealing #HormoneHealth #AnnaPearceRoberts #PodcastForWomen #PMDDawareness #RealTalkWomen #HealingAfterTrauma #SelfCareForWomen📌 Follow me on Instagram @theannapr & TikTok @theannapr for more insights📌 Join my Her Shift community for deep healing work HERE📌 Share your thoughts on this episode by leaving a review!👉 If this episode resonated, take a screenshot, share it on social media, and tag me—I’d love to hear your takeaways! 🎙️✨I'd love it if you could subscribe to the podcast and spread the word by sharing it with your friends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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    42 min
  • Her Shift: Loving with PMDD: Vulnerability, Boundaries, and Healing Attachment Anxiety
    Aug 29 2025
    In this empowering episode of the Her Shift Podcast, Anna dives deep into the real-life impact that PMDD (Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder) and depression can have on intimate relationships and partnerships. Drawing from her own lived experience, Anna explores how PMDD symptoms and depression can create emotional distance, misunderstandings, and challenges for both partners. She shares practical ways to communicate openly about mental health, using vulnerability as a strength to express needs and boundaries.Anna discusses her journey with attachment anxiety, how it shapes her relationships, and the importance of feeling safe and seen by loved ones. Listeners will learn actionable strategies for having honest conversations about PMDD and depression, including using simple scripts, setting boundaries, and asking for support without guilt.Tune in for real talk on navigating love, connection, and healing while living with PMDD and high-functioning anxiety. Whether you or your partner are affected by PMDD, this episode offers validation, hope, and tools for building stronger, more compassionate relationships.Key topics covered:How PMDD and depression affect romantic relationshipsCommunicating your needs to your partnerUsing vulnerability to foster connectionNavigating attachment issues and anxiety in loveSetting boundaries and creating emotional safetyScripts and tips for tough conversations about mental healthResources & Links:Battlefield Red Radio: The Hormone WarsThis is my private, unfiltered podcast for women surviving PMDD—no sugar-coating, just raw stories and survival tactics from someone who knows the battle firsthand. Subscribe for exclusive episodes, honest advice, and the support you won’t find anywhere else. 🔴 For the women in the trenches.🔴 For every survivor of the hormone wars. Subscribe HERE✨ Download your FREE PMDD Survival Kit—practical support and guidance for your toughest days.👉 Get Your PMDD Survival Kit Here!📌 Follow me on Instagram @theannapr & TikTok @theannapr for daily PMDD tips and women’s wellness content📌 Join the Her Shift community for deep healing work and exclusive PMDD support [HERE]📌 Share your thoughts by leaving a review! If an episode hits home, screenshot and tag me—I want to hear your takeaways! 🎙️✨Free for listeners:Get my handpicked “Shift List” of 10 Life-Shifting Books—tools for transformation, healing, and thriving with PMDD.👉 Download Your 10 Life-Shifting Books Here!If you’re searching for real talk on PMDD, women’s health, trauma healing, or just want to laugh at the chaos of life—hit subscribe. Let’s make powerful shifts together.📌 Follow me on Instagram @theannapr & TikTok @theannapr for more insights📌 Join my Her Shift community for deep healing work HERE📌 Share your thoughts on this episode by leaving a review!👉 If this episode resonated, take a screenshot, share it on social media, and tag me—I’d love to hear your takeaways! 🎙️✨I'd love it if you could subscribe to the podcast and spread the word by sharing it with your friends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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    39 min
  • Her Shift: Perimenopause or Heart Attack? Why Women’s Symptoms Are Ignored (& What Every Woman Needs to Know)
    Aug 22 2025

    On this powerful episode of the Her Shift Podcast, Anna shares her raw, real-time experience with severe perimenopausal symptoms—think crushing fatigue, breathlessness, and sleepless nights—that feel eerily similar to heart attack warning signs in women. Anna dives into the urgent need for women to stop dismissing serious symptoms as “just women’s problems,” and why it’s critical to listen to our bodies, advocate for ourselves, and check in on each other.

    You’ll hear Anna’s personal story of navigating PMDD, trauma healing, and the often-overlooked realities of women’s wellness. This episode is a must-listen for anyone dealing with perimenopause, PMDD, or feeling dismissed by the healthcare system. Anna also spotlights the dangerous overlap between hormonal changes and cardiovascular symptoms, urging listeners not to battle through alone—get things checked out, and support the women around you.

    Ready for more real talk on women’s health, hormones, and healing? Join the conversation in Battlefield Red: The Hormone Wars—a community where we fight stigma, share stories, and reclaim our power together.

    Tune in, share with a friend, and let’s break the silence around women’s health—one episode at a time.


    Resources & Links:


    Battlefield Red Radio: The Hormone Wars

    This is my private, unfiltered podcast for women surviving PMDD—no sugar-coating, just raw stories and survival tactics from someone who knows the battle firsthand.

    Subscribe for exclusive episodes, honest advice, and the support you won’t find anywhere else.

    🔴 For the women in the trenches.

    🔴 For every survivor of the hormone wars.

    Subscribe HERE


    ✨ Download your FREE PMDD Survival Kit—practical support and guidance for your toughest days.

    👉 Get Your PMDD Survival Kit Here!


    📌 Follow me on Instagram @theannapr & TikTok @theannapr for daily PMDD tips and women’s wellness content

    📌 Join the Her Shift community for deep healing work and exclusive PMDD support [HERE]

    📌 Share your thoughts by leaving a review! If an episode hits home, screenshot and tag me—I want to hear your takeaways! 🎙️✨


    #HerShiftPodcast #PMDDsupport #WomenWithPMDD #ConfidenceJourney #TraumaHealing #CyclicalLiving #SelfDiscovery #AuthenticConfidence #MentalHealthMatters #HealingJourney #WomenEmpoweringWomen #SelfAcceptance #BoundariesMatter #JournalingForHealing #HormoneHealth #AnnaPearceRoberts #PodcastForWomen #PMDDawareness #RealTalkWomen #HealingAfterTrauma #SelfCareForWomen



    📌 Follow me on Instagram @theannapr & TikTok @theannapr for more insights

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    📌 Share your thoughts on this episode by leaving a review!

    👉 If this episode resonated, take a screenshot, share it on social media, and tag me—I’d love to hear your takeaways! 🎙️✨

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    21 min
  • Her Shift: The Four Phases of the Menstrual Cycle: A Survival Guide for PMDD and Healing
    Aug 15 2025
    In this episode of Her Shift, host Anna Pearce-Roberts dives deep into the power of cyclical living—exploring the four stages of the menstrual cycle and how syncing your life to your natural rhythms can transform your PMDD journey, trauma healing, and overall women’s wellness.Anna unpacks how understanding the menstrual, follicular, ovulation, and luteal phases can help women manage PMDD symptoms, reduce burnout, and create more self-acceptance. Drawing from her own lived experience with PMDD, trauma recovery, and high-functioning anxiety, Anna shares practical tips for honoring each stage, finding joy in cyclical living, and breaking free from shame and overwhelm.You’ll hear real talk on self-care, emotional resilience, and the importance of communityjoin the Battlefield Red: The Hormone Wars, a space for fierce women ready to support each other through the messiest, most powerful parts of healing.Ready to stop fighting your cycle and start thriving? Tune in for raw stories, actionable advice, and a reminder: your cycle is your superpower.For more resources, exclusive support, and to join the Battlefield Red, visit www.hershift.com.Resources & Links:Battlefield Red Radio: The Hormone WarsThis is my private, unfiltered podcast for women surviving PMDD—no sugar-coating, just raw stories and survival tactics from someone who knows the battle firsthand. Subscribe for exclusive episodes, honest advice, and the support you won’t find anywhere else. 🔴 For the women in the trenches.🔴 For every survivor of the hormone wars. Subscribe HERE✨ Download your FREE PMDD Survival Kit—practical support and guidance for your toughest days.👉 Get Your PMDD Survival Kit Here!📌 Follow me on Instagram @theannapr & TikTok @theannapr for daily PMDD tips and women’s wellness content📌 Join the Her Shift community for deep healing work and exclusive PMDD support [HERE]📌 Share your thoughts by leaving a review! If an episode hits home, screenshot and tag me—I want to hear your takeaways! 🎙️✨#HerShiftPodcast #PMDDsupport #WomenWithPMDD #ConfidenceJourney #TraumaHealing #CyclicalLiving #SelfDiscovery #AuthenticConfidence #MentalHealthMatters #HealingJourney #WomenEmpoweringWomen #SelfAcceptance #BoundariesMatter #JournalingForHealing #HormoneHealth #AnnaPearceRoberts #PodcastForWomen #PMDDawareness #RealTalkWomen #HealingAfterTrauma #SelfCareForWomen📌 Follow me on Instagram @theannapr & TikTok @theannapr for more insights📌 Join my Her Shift community for deep healing work HERE📌 Share your thoughts on this episode by leaving a review!👉 If this episode resonated, take a screenshot, share it on social media, and tag me—I’d love to hear your takeaways! 🎙️✨I'd love it if you could subscribe to the podcast and spread the word by sharing it with your friends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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    29 min