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  • We're onto our second week of Advent, and this week we're talking about peace. We've all heard peace thrown around by people: find your inner peace.. look within yourself to be calm. Lots of worldly advice that doesn't actually help. Instead, we need to find our peace from outside of ourselves, in God, the one who created us. So, if you've been asking questions like: What if I don't have enough _____________ ? And everything goes wrong? And we won't be all right? What if tragedy hits? These can be paralyzing if we don't know who to give them to.

    Have a listen and I pray this episode blesses you and points you to the Prince of Peace.

    Lauren

    If you haven't already, come join the Practicing Advent Series! Every Monday, you'll receive a new email specific to that week's advent topic. Come join and be even more reminded of what truths God wants you to know and be anchored in this Christmas season. Each week will vary, but it could be Scripture, prayer, music, holistic wellness specific to that week. Click here to join!

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    Join the Free Community: Holistic PMS & PMDD Care For Christian Women is a Facebook group for women who are desiring support for their PMS or PMDD symptoms in a way that aligns with their faith and values. You'll also find physical and emotional support for helping balance hormones, nourish your body with the right foods, calm your nervous system and sync with your menstrual cycle,

    Book a FREE Discovery Call: Want to work together and get to the root issues of your PMS or PMDD symptoms? Let's jump on a quick call and we'll see if this could be the next step for you in your wellness journey towards more balance, emotional regulation and peace in your life.

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  • Are despair and hopelessness speaking a bit too loud these days? Are you finding it difficult to trust in Jesus and his promises amidst premenstrual anxiety and fear? Well, Christmas is coming, and that means Advent is here! If you don't know much about Advent, it simply means 'coming': Jesus is coming. He's still safely tucked in Mary's belly. She's probably getting more and more uncomfortable, and both nervously and excitedly wanting to meet her baby.

    You're invited to practice hope this week, to remember where your TRUE hope lies. The world will offer us counterfeit hope, which is like putting a bandaid on a gushing wound. I invite you to step away from the loud, despairing voices and come away with Jesus for a moment, who wants to remind you of the living hope we have in him!

    If you haven't already, come join the Practicing Advent Series! Every Monday, you'll receive a new email specific to that week's advent topic. Come join and be even more reminded of what truths God wants you to know and be anchored in this Christmas season. Each week will vary, but it could be Scripture, prayer, music, holistic wellness specific to that week. Click here to join!

    Next Steps:

    Join the Free Community: Holistic PMS & PMDD Care For Christian Women is a Facebook group for women who are desiring support for their PMS or PMDD symptoms in a way that aligns with their faith and values. You'll also find physical and emotional support for helping balance hormones, nourish your body with the right foods, calm your nervous system and sync with your menstrual cycle,

    Book a FREE Discovery Call: Want to work together and get to the root issues of your PMS or PMDD symptoms? Let's jump on a quick call and we'll see if this could be the next step for you in your wellness journey towards more balance, emotional regulation and peace in your life.

    Become a PMS Made Peaceful Insider- Sign up to receive a weekly email about the latest episodes, workshops, special offers for coaching and all other updates about PMS Made Peaceful!

    Disclaimer: This podcast (PMS Made Peaceful) is not meant to take the place of professional medical help. It is for educational purposes only. Please always consult with your primary health care provider before implementing any of the solutions & topics discussed in this podcast (full disclaimer here: www.herbodysings.com/terms)

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  • Welcome back to PMS Made Peaceful! This week, I chatted with Bekah Yawn, the fertility awareness guru and boy, was it a great conversation!

    Here's a bit about Bekah: I am a daughter of God, a wife, and a mother of three children here on earth and three in heaven. After enduring multiple miscarriages and searching for answers, God revealed the importance of understanding and supporting my cycle naturally. Grateful for this guidance, I discovered lifestyle tweaks and disciplines that made a healthy pregnancy possible. As a FIAT FEMM Coach, I have helped dozens of women and couples nationwide. Now, I'm excited to share the details through my podcast "For the Love of Hormones" as well as a in my Fertility Framework course.

    If you've been struggling to conceive and you're wondering where to go from here, have a listen to this episode AND go check out Bekah's podcast: For The Love Of Hormones. Bekah has such a heart for this kind of work, and I know you'll be encouraged by what she has to say.

    I pray this episode really blesses you!

    Lauren

    Learn More About Bekah & Her Program:

    Email: [email protected]

    Website: www.Bekahyawn.com

    Next Steps:

    Practicing Advent 2024: Christmas & Advent are coming! If you're looking for a peaceful, gentle space to land this season that invites you into calming your nervous system, nourishing your body and syncing with the natural rhythms God has created you with, come and join me every week of Advent for holistic wellness, stories, Scripture, movement, prayer or stillness specific to that Advent topic. You won't want to miss it! Sign up by clicking this link: Practicing Advent 2024

    Join the Free Facebook Group Community: Want to carry on this conversation or do you have questions? Come join the Facebook Group, PMS Made Peaceful For Christian Women!

    Book a FREE Discovery Call: Want to work together and get to the root issues of your PMS or PMDD symptoms? Let's jump on a quick call and we'll see if this could be the next step for you in your wellness journey towards more balance, emotional regulation and peace in your life.

    Become a PMS Made Peaceful Insider- Sign up to receive a weekly email about the latest episodes, workshops, special offers for coaching and all other updates about PMS Made Peaceful!

    Disclaimer: This podcast (PMS Made Peaceful) is not meant to take the place of professional medical help. It is for educational purposes only. Please always consult with your primary health care provider before implementing any of the solutions & topics discussed in this podcast (full disclaimer here: www.herbodysings.com/terms)

  • Hey friend!

    In today's episode we're taking a hard look at 3 questions to be asking yourself when the PMS or PMDD is debilitating. It can be so hard when we're in the thick of the anxiety, hopelessness, rage, self-criticism to take an objective view at how we're living our lives, but it's so vital! In true holistic fashion, join me in looking at your spiritual, physical and emotional health to see what areas need tweaking and support in order for your body to feel balanced, your mind to experience clarity and your spirit to be anchored in Truth.

    Enjoy the episode!

    Lauren

    Next Steps:

    Practicing Advent 2024: Christmas & Advent are coming! If you're looking for a peaceful, gentle space to land this season that invites you into calming your nervous system, nourishing your body and syncing with the natural rhythms God has created you with, come and join me every week of Advent for holistic wellness, stories, Scripture, movement, prayer or stillness specific to that Advent topic. You won't want to miss it! Sign up by clicking this link: Practicing Advent 2024

    Join the Free Facebook Group Community: Want to carry on this conversation or do you have questions? Come join the Facebook Group, PMS Made Peaceful For Christian Women!

    Book a Discovery Call: Want to work together and get to the root issues of your PMS or PMDD symptoms? Let's jump on a quick call and we'll see if this could be the next step for you in your wellness journey towards more balance, emotional regulation and peace in your life.

    Become a PMS Made Peaceful Insider- Sign up to receive a weekly email about the latest episodes, workshops, special offers for coaching and all other updates about PMS Made Peaceful!

    Disclaimer: This podcast (PMS Made Peaceful) is not meant to take the place of professional medical help. It is for educational purposes only. Please always consult with your primary health care provider before implementing any of the solutions & topics discussed in this podcast (full disclaimer here: www.herbodysings.com/terms)

  • Hey friend! It's Monday again, and I'm so excited to share this episode with you of my conversation with Aileen Orr! Aileen and I have been friends for years, and we love chatting about all things holistic and natural wellness, women's health, hormones- all the good stuff! So, we decided to make an official conversation of it and do an episode all about Aileen's experience with getting her period, working through depression, how that affected her premenstrual phase, what she did to help it and where she's at today!

    So, grab a coffee, tea- whatever is getting you warm and cozy these days- and have a listen!

    Lauren

    Aileen grew up on a farm near Brooks, Alberta. She spent the beginning of her adult life studying at the University of Lethbridge, where she got her degrees in English and Education. She's been fortunate enough to do a bit of traveling and living in other places, and has spent the last few years teaching mainly in junior high and upper elementary grades. Her favourite job she's ever had is a tie between working at various summer camps and being a story teller for the library one semester. Her dream job has always been to farm, and that's still the long term goal. She's married to Eric, and she is currently enjoying her first few weeks of Maternity leave before she gets promoted to being Little Sprout's mom!

    Links:

    Book: The Body Keeps the Score, by Bessel van der Kolk MD

    Next Steps:

    Join the Free Facebook Group Community: Want to carry on this conversation or do you have questions? Come join the Facebook Group, PMS Made Peaceful For Christian Women!

    Book a Discovery Call: Want to work together and get to the root issues of your PMS or PMDD symptoms? Let's jump on a quick call and we'll see if this could be the next step for you in your wellness journey towards more balance, emotional regulation and peace in your life.

    Become a PMS Made Peaceful Insider- Sign up to receive a weekly email about the latest episodes, workshops, special offers for coaching and all other updates about PMS Made Peaceful!

    Disclaimer: This podcast (PMS Made Peaceful) is not meant to take the place of professional medical help. It is for educational purposes only. Please always consult with your primary health care provider before implementing any of the solutions & topics discussed in this podcast (full disclaimer here: www.herbodysings.com/terms)

  • Struggling with despair? Feeling frantic or like you're on the verge of breaking down? Questioning if you are loved or if God is near?

    In this week's episode, we're having a quick chat about 2 Timothy 2:13: "If we are faithless, he remains faithful, for he cannot disown himself".

    This verse has been extremely comforting to me this week as I have struggled with a lot of despairing internal dialogue and difficult emotions. It gives me so much comfort to know that even when I don't have the faith, Jesus still holds me so close.

    I hope this episode gives you encouragement today too.

    Much love, friend.

    Lauren

    Next Steps:

    Join the Free Facebook Group Community: Want to carry on this conversation or do you have questions? Come join the Facebook Group, PMS Made Peaceful For Christian Women!

    Book a Discovery Call: Want to work together and get to the root issues of your PMS or PMDD symptoms? Let's jump on a quick call and we'll see if this could be the next step for you in your wellness journey towards more balance, emotional regulation and peace in your life.

    Become a PMS Made Peaceful Insider- Sign up to receive a weekly email about the latest episodes, workshops, special offers for coaching and all other updates about PMS Made Peaceful!

    Disclaimer: This podcast (PMS Made Peaceful) is not meant to take the place of professional medical help. It is for educational purposes only. Please always consult with your primary health care provider before implementing any of the solutions & topics discussed in this podcast (full disclaimer here: www.herbodysings.com/terms)

  • In today's episode, we're talking about the stigma and taboo-ness around women's health and the menstrual cycle. I think I can confidently say we've all experienced it and each of us has varying degrees of baggage, shame or discomfort around the topic.

    I'm talking about how we can start gaining more awareness of our bodies and creating space for conversation, however you want that to look for yourself. It doesn't have to be covering ourselves with our menstrual blood and saying I AM WOMAN!, or hiding away in our rooms, pretending nothing is wrong, that you're not feeling things and all that! Let's find a happy balance that you feel confident and happy in!

    Let's jump into it!

    Lauren

    Episodes Mentioned:

    Episode 15

    Next Steps:

    Join the Free Facebook Group Community: Want to carry on this conversation or have questions? Come join the Facebook Group, PMS Made Peaceful For Christian Women!

    Book a Discovery Call: Want to work together and get to the root issues of your PMS or PMDD symptoms? Let's jump on a quick call and we'll see if this could be the next step for you in your wellness journey towards more balance, emotional regulation and peace in your life.

    Become a PMS Made Peaceful Insider- Sign up to receive a weekly email about the latest episodes, workshops, special offers for coaching and all other updates about PMS Made Peaceful!

    Disclaimer: This podcast (PMS Made Peaceful) is not meant to take the place of professional medical help. It is for educational purposes only. Please always consult with your primary health care provider before implementing any of the solutions & topics discussed in this podcast (full disclaimer here: www.herbodysings.com/terms)

  • The reality is, our bodies crave simplicity and getting back to the basics. We often think that balancing hormones, getting emotionally regulated, getting our energy back and not being overwhelmed involve a whole slew of things. Yet, it's really the exact opposite. The more we try to "do" and "force", the more stressed out we're going to be, and we all know how that leads to more negative health issues.

    In this episode, I'm chatting about the 3 core pillars for helping solve menstrual-health related issues (from PMS to PCOS) that bring you back to the basics. While each of these specific health issues, like endometriosis & PCOS, have their own intricacies and different approaches, these 3 pillars are a great place to start.

    While these 3 points are very overarching, if you are interested in getting down to the specifics and figuring out how they can apply in your life and your specific situation, I'd love to work with you. If you'd like to chat to see if 1:1 coaching is the right fit for you, click the here and we can have a quick 10-15 minute chat!

    Blessings,

    Lauren

    Episodes Mentioned:

    Episode 52

    Next Steps:

    Join the Free Facebook Group Community: Want to carry on this conversation or have questions? Come join the Facebook Group, PMS Made Peaceful For Christian Women!

    Book a Discovery Call: Want to work together and get to the root issues of your PMS or PMDD symptoms? Let's jump on a quick call and we'll see if this could be the next step for you in your wellness journey towards more balance, emotional regulation and peace in your life.

    Become a PMS Made Peaceful Insider- Sign up to receive a weekly email about the latest episodes, workshops, special offers for coaching and all other updates about PMS Made Peaceful!

    Disclaimer: This podcast (PMS Made Peaceful) is not meant to take the place of professional medical help. It is for educational purposes only. Please always consult with your primary health care provider before implementing any of the solutions & topics discussed in this podcast (full disclaimer here: www.herbodysings.com/terms)

  • Hey friend! In today's episode, I'm sharing the big differences between PMS, PMDD and PME (that is, premenstrual syndrome, premenstrual dysphoric disorder and premenstrual exacerbation).

    We're looking at things like:

    - diagnostic criteria for PMDD

    - can you have all of these at the same time

    - what is going on in your body and brain

    - and what do we do with this information?!

    I hope this information helps you so much!

    If you have any questions or want to chat more, come join the free Facebook group community and we can hash this stuff out together!

    Blessings,

    Lauren

    Links discussed in episode:

    Grey matter

    Brain differences for women with PMDD

    Diagnosing PMDD

    Episode 42: Gut-ting to the Bottom of Mood Swings: The Mind and Gut Connection with Melanie Bourbeau

    Next Steps:

    Book a Discovery Call: Want to work together and get to the root issues of your PMS or PMDD symptoms? Let's jump on a quick call and we'll see if this could be the next step for you in your wellness journey towards more balance, emotional regulation and peace in your life.

    Become a PMS Made Peaceful Insider- Sign up to receive a weekly email about the latest episodes, workshops, special offers for coaching and all other updates about PMS Made Peaceful!

    Disclaimer: This podcast (PMS Made Peaceful) is not meant to take the place of professional medical help. It is for educational purposes only. Please always consult with your primary health care provider before implementing any of the solutions & topics discussed in this podcast (full disclaimer here: www.herbodysings.com/terms)

  • Alright, friend! We're back to the first Monday of the month, and I'm getting back into our "Take a Moment Monday" episode! I want this episode on the first Monday of each month to be a bit more contemplative and reflective, and help you dive more into the word, which is the best place to know truth and be rooted in it!

    So this week, I'm talking about Romans 12:8! Do you know the camp song that goes with it?? Maybe not :D But how does this verse pertain to us when we're knee deep in irritability, visceral rage, frustration, rollercoaster mood swings... where it just feels our volatile thoughts and emotions are taking control of us?

    Have a listen and we can find out together!

    Lauren

    NEXT STEPS:

    Do you have a few minutes to fill out my Google Form? I'd love to hear your feedback and know exactly what you would like to learn on this podcast. There are only 4 questions! :) Click here to fill it out! Thanks in advance!

    Join the FREE Facebook Community- Join PMS Made Peaceful For Christian Women to connect and continue the conversation! You'll find physical, emotional & spiritual (yes, we're Jesus lovin' over here!) support for navigating PMS/ PMDD symptoms, from what foods to eat & avoid, what movement to do in each phase, how to connect with God in the different phases of your cycle, emotional regulation strategies, habit building tools and so much more!

    Become a PMS Made Peaceful Insider- Sign up to receive a weekly email about the latest episodes, workshops, special offers for coaching and all other updates about PMS Made Peaceful!

    Disclaimer: This podcast (PMS Made Peaceful) is not meant to take the place of professional medical help. It is for educational purposes only. Please always consult with your primary health care provider before implementing any of the solutions & topics discussed in this podcast (full disclaimer here: www.herbodysings.com/terms)

  • Hey ladies! We're officially into the fall season, and in an energetic sense, that means the luteal phase! And I'm sure if you've been hanging around here, you feel the weight, heaviness and difficulty of the luteal/ premenstrual phase.

    So, how do we transition well and give our minds and our hearts the space and permission it desires? This week I'm sharing 3 shifts you can be implementing to help you take care of your WHOLE self during this season, while also preparing for the next season coming up (winter/ menstruation).

    Have a listen, and may you find pockets of space in this season to lean into reflection and listening.

    Lauren

    NEXT STEPS:

    Do you have a few minutes to fill out my Google Form? I'd love to hear your feedback and know exactly what you would like to learn on this podcast. There are only 4 questions! :) Click here to fill it out! Thanks in advance!

    Join the FREE Facebook Community- Join PMS Made Peaceful For Christian Women to connect and continue the conversation! You'll find physical, emotional & spiritual (yes, we're Jesus lovin' over here!) support for navigating PMS/ PMDD symptoms, from what foods to eat & avoid, what movement to do in each phase, emotional regulation strategies, habit building tools and so much more!

    Become a PMS Made Peaceful Insider- Sign up to receive a weekly email about the latest episodes, workshops, special offers for coaching and all other updates about PMS Made Peaceful!

    Disclaimer: This podcast (PMS Made Peaceful) is not meant to take the place of professional medical help. It is for educational purposes only. Please always consult with your primary health care provider before implementing any of the solutions & topics discussed in this podcast (full disclaimer here: www.herbodysings.com/terms)

  • Hey friend! This is part 2 of the Regulate Your Emotions Workshop replay! If you haven't listened to part 1, click here and have a listen!

    This episode we get into the nitty gritty of who are you talking to? And who are you listening to?

    I had a great time sharing this content on the workshop! I'll definitely do another one in the future, so come join in the fun!

    Also, I'd love to hear from you! Have some feedback about the show or about what you'd like to learn more about? Just fill out this form and I'll chat about it! I LOVE hearing from all of you listening to the show, and I really, really want to tailor this to YOU, the listener, so that what I'm sharing on the podcast is relevant to your journey!

    Thanks so much! After a month of having this form up, I'll do some draws for $5 Starbucks for everyone who filled it out!

    Enjoy the replay!

    Blessings, Lauren

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    Work with Me- Book a 1:1 private coaching session with me, where together we take a holistic, deep dive into your lifestyle habits to see how it is affecting your mood, thoughts & emotions during your premenstrual phase. We then create a personalized wellness plan specific to your needs so that you can start feeling more emotionally regulated and able to stick to the things that help you feel better throughout your entire menstrual cycle.

    Join the FREE Facebook Community- Join PMS Made Peaceful For Christian Women to connect and continue the conversation! You'll find physical, emotional & spiritual (yes, we're Jesus lovin' over here!) support for navigating PMS/ PMDD symptoms, from what foods to eat & avoid, what movement to do in each phase, emotional regulation strategies, habit building tools and so much more!

    Become a PMS Made Peaceful Insider- Sign up to receive a weekly email about the latest episodes, workshops, special offers for coaching and all other updates about PMS Made Peaceful!

    Disclaimer: This podcast (PMS Made Peaceful) is not meant to take the place of professional medical help. It is for educational purposes only. Please always consult with your primary health care provider before implementing any of the solutions & topics discussed in this podcast (full disclaimer here: www.herbodysings.com/terms)

  • Hey friend! This is episode #53, and I decided I would share the replay from the Regulate Your Emotions Workshop I did on August 27th! This is part 1, and next week we will have part 2 of the workshop!

    I shared a bunch of stuff in this workshop, and after there's always this feeling that there's so much more to cover! But that's the beauty of sharing on a podcast: there's always another week to offer more insights and strategies, which I just love!

    So, if you want to learn more about cycle tracking so you can keep better tabs on your cycle, implement habits daily, weekly & monthly that you know will keep you grounded and prioritize your time so you know where your Truth is coming from, come have a listen to this episode!

    I had a great time sharing this content on the workshop! I'll definitely do another one in the future, so come join in the fun!

    Also, I'd love to hear from you! Have some feedback about the show or about what you'd like to learn more about? Just fill out this form and I'll chat about it! I LOVE hearing from all of you listening to the show, and I really, really want to tailor this to YOU, the listener, so that what I'm sharing on the podcast is relevant to your journey!

    Thanks so much! After a month of having this form up, I'll do some draws for $5 Starbucks for everyone who filled it out!

    Enjoy the replay!

    Blessings, Lauren

    NEXT STEPS:

    Do you have a few minutes to fill out my Google Form? I'd love to hear your feedback and know exactly what you would like to learn on this podcast. There are only 4 questions :) Click here to fill it out! Thanks in advance!

    Work with Me- Book a 1:1 private coaching session with me, where together we take a holistic, deep dive into your lifestyle habits to see how it is affecting your mood, thoughts & emotions during your premenstrual phase. We then create a personalized wellness plan specific to your needs so that you can start feeling more emotionally regulated and able to stick to the things that help you feel better throughout your entire menstrual cycle.

    Join the FREE Facebook Community- Join PMS Made Peaceful For Christian Women to connect and continue the conversation! You'll find physical, emotional & spiritual (yes, we're Jesus lovin' over here!) support for navigating PMS/ PMDD symptoms, from what foods to eat & avoid, what movement to do in each phase, emotional regulation strategies, habit building tools and so much more!

    Become a PMS Made Peaceful Insider- Sign up to receive a weekly email about the latest episodes, workshops, special offers for coaching and all other updates about PMS Made Peaceful!

    Disclaimer: This podcast (PMS Made Peaceful) is not meant to take the place of professional medical help. It is for educational purposes only. Please always consult with your primary health care provider before implementing any of the solutions & topics discussed in this podcast (full disclaimer here: www.herbodysings.com/terms)

  • Hey friends! This week I'm so excited to introduce to you my guest on the show, Danika Vanderpyl! Danika is Certified in Holistic Nutrition, and shares all the goodness she knows about what foods, minerals and vitamins your body needs in every every phase of your menstrual cycle.

    As women, we're not linear, robotic creatures that require one thing to fuel us all month long. Throughout each of the phases, our bodies need different things- different movement, self/ soul-care, socializing, nutrition. And this is exactly what Danika and I chat about in this episode.

    The best part of it? In our conversation, she breaks it all down into more simple and bite-size strategies so you're not feeling extra overwhelmed. Because, really friend, you don't need more overwhelm than what you're already experiencing!

    I'd highly encourage you to grab a notebook and pen and take notes! Also, don't forget to come into my Facebook group to grab the notes and snack recipes Danika shares in this episode!

    Danika Vanderpyl is Certified in Holistic Nutrition with a passion for helping women making eating simple, energizing, and healthy. After facing her own digestive challenges, Danika transformed her favorite recipes into nutrient dense, low-sugar alternatives to heal her body. Now a food blogger she share these wholesome recipes at besidethemoutain.com. As a mom of two boys, Danika is passionate about helping women and mothers thrive in holistic living—from eating to heal the body to hiking to recharge and thrive.

    Connect with Danika:

    Instagram: @besidethemountain

    Website: www.besidethemountain.com

    NEXT STEPS:

    Work with Me- Book a 1:1 private coaching session with me, where together we take a holistic, deep dive into your lifestyle habits to see how it is affecting your mood, thoughts & emotions during your premenstrual phase. We then create a personalized wellness plan specific to your needs so that you can start feeling more emotionally regulated and able to stick to the things that help you feel better throughout your entire menstrual cycle.

    Join the FREE Facebook Community- Join PMS Made Peaceful For Christian Women to connect and continue the conversation! You'll find physical, emotional & spiritual (yes, we're Jesus lovin' over here!) support for navigating PMS/ PMDD symptoms, from what foods to eat & avoid, what movement to do in each phase, emotional regulation strategies, habit building tools and so much more!

    Join the group to participate in the Phase & Food Challenge this month! Based on the notes that Danika provided for this episode, choose a food specific to the phase you are in this week & share with the group how you're incorporating it into your meals!

    Become a PMS Made Peaceful Insider- Sign up to receive a weekly email about the latest episodes, workshops, special offers for coaching and all other updates about PMS Made Peaceful!

    Disclaimer: This podcast (PMS Made Peaceful) is not meant to take the place of professional medical help. It is for educational purposes only. Please always consult with your primary health care provider before implementing any of the solutions & topics discussed in this podcast (full disclaimer here: www.herbodysings.com/terms)

  • Hey friend! We're getting back into the contemplative, "be still" kind of episodes I had offered when I first started this podcast. Originally they had been every other Thursday, but now they will be on the first Monday of every month. Keep your eyes out for "Take a Moment Monday"!

    I brought them back a) because I wasn't doing them in my Facebook group, which was the whole reason for taking them off of the podcast and b) because actually practicing calming my mind and my thoughts and slowing down has been so helpful for me in the last number of weeks.

    When it comes to finding solutions for working through PMS and PMDD symptoms, we really need to come at it from that holistic point of view. The movement is important, eating the right foods is key, finding the right coping tools to regulate our emotions is vital AND coming to our Creator and letting Him speak over us is absolutely necessary.

    So, grab a journal and pen and find a quiet space you can be in for 15 minutes.

    I pray this blesses you.

    Lauren

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  • Hello friends! This is the 50th episode of PMS Made Peaceful! This is wild and I'm so glad you're joining me for the journey! Thanks for everyone who has listened right from the beginning, or maybe you're just tuning in! So grateful for you!

    GIVEAWAY!

    As a way to celebrate, I'm doing a giveaway! Just leave me a review, screenshot it and message it to me on my Instagram account: @herbodysings

    and you'll be entered to win either an Amazon OR Starbucks card (you get to decide!)!

    Head over to Apple Podcasts, scroll down to "write a review" and write it out! BEFORE hitting submit, take a screenshot and send it to me!

    EPISODE #50

    This week, I'm diving into some pretty theologically-charged content about the idea of struggling with guilt, shame and feelings of condemnation when it comes to PMS or PMDD as a Christian.

    We're talking about questions like:

    - should I be struggling with PMS/ PMDD as a Christian?

    - aren't I supposed to be the one who "has it together" as a Christian?

    - I feel so shameful, embarrassed, guilty for how I treated my husband or kids. What do I do from here?

    And I'm sure there's more. Join me in this episode was we unpack these topics from a GOSPEL-CENTERED perspective. I hope it really blesses you!

    NEXT STEPS

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    Disclaimer: This podcast (PMS Made Peaceful) is not meant to take the place of professional medical help. It is for educational purposes only. Please always consult with your primary health care provider before implementing any of the solutions & topics discussed in this podcast (full disclaimer here: www.herbodysings.com/terms)

  • Does it feel like your PMS or PMDD symptoms are a bit (or a lot!) worse this time around?

    Are you thinking what did I do or not do to make it this bad?!

    Are you feeling extra irritable, anxious or self-critical

    If this is you right now, have a listen to this week's episode. There are a bunch of reasons why this could be happening, but I've narrowed it down to four! I have found these to be some of my biggest predictors for worse premenstrual symptoms. And when I'm able to put 2 & 2 together (to equal these four, of course :D), then it gives me more awareness and insight into what I can be doing differently next time around.

    Have a listen!

    Lauren

    Links:

    Dairy

    Stress

    Next Steps:

    Save Your Seat for the REGULATE YOUR EMOTIONS LIVE WORKSHOP! Can't make it live? Join anyway, and I'll send you the replay!

    Join my FREE community

    Become a PMS Made Peaceful Insider

    Disclaimer: This podcast (PMS Made Peaceful) is not meant to take the place of professional medical help. It is for educational purposes only. Please always consult with your primary health care provider before implementing any of the solutions & topics discussed in this podcast (full disclaimer here: www.herbodysings.com/terms)

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    48. "I Just Don't Feel Like Myself" | What You Need to Know About Your Mood and Premenstrual Phase

    Have you found yourself saying that before: "I just don't feel like myself"? Or maybe it's "I feel crazy" or "why can't I just feel normal"!

    All these statements are so common when it comes to dealing with premenstrual anxiety or irritability or rage. It can feel like you're a completely different person, and all you want it just some peace and quiet up in your mind.

    In this episode, I'm sharing 4 things you need to be aware of when it comes to your mood and premenstrual phase. These points will help reign you in when it feels like PMS or PMDD is winning and you're feeling like you're at a loss.

    Have a listen & enjoy!

    Next Steps!

    And if you haven't signed up yet for the REGULATE YOUR EMOTIONS WORKSHOP, let's get you in! The link is here! If you're not able to make the live, there is a replay too! Save your seat here!

    *Join my FREE community

    *Become a PMS Made Peaceful Insider

    Disclaimer: This podcast (PMS Made Peaceful) is not meant to take the place of professional medical help. It is for educational purposes only. Please always consult with your primary health care provider before implementing any of the solutions & topics discussed in this podcast (full disclaimer here: www.herbodysings.com/terms)

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    47. 5 Reasons Why You Need to Track Your Cycle so You Can Manage Your Emotions

    Cycle tracking! What comes to mind when you hear this? Trying to get pregnant? Maybe!

    The truth is, if you are dealing with debilitating premenstrual anxiety, depression, overthinking, self-criticism- anything that is impacting your work, your marriage, your relationship with your kids or or with friends- tracking your cycle is the best place to start to start managing it.

    In this episode I'm sharing the 5 reasons WHY tracking your cycle is so vital to experiencing more of that emotional regulation, stability, consistency and "normal" you're looking for in your month.

    Have a listen!

    Lauren

    Next Steps:

    *Come to my live REGULATE YOUR EMOTIONS WORKSHOP on August 27th! Save your seat here!

    *Join my FREE community

    *Become a PMS Made Peaceful Insider

    Disclaimer: This podcast (PMS Made Peaceful) is not meant to take the place of professional medical help. It is for educational purposes only. Please always consult with your primary health care provider before implementing any of the solutions & topics discussed in this podcast (full disclaimer here: www.herbodysings.com/terms)

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    46. Remember This ONE Truth to Help You Get Through the Month

    Hey friend! Does it feel like your value and worth are completely dictated by how you feel? One minute you're doing great, feeling great and sticking to your healthy routines. And then the next minute you're overcome with anxiety, fear, self-doubt, self-criticism, which makes you feel like you just can't do life well.

    When it comes to dealing with PMS and PMDD symptoms, this experience is so common. It's like we're a little boat just getting smashed and tossed around by the waves.

    What are we to do? Throughout the WHOLE month, we need some deep truth to hold on to, or our worth will either become inflated from thinking we got this, or it'll tank when we're feeling overwhelmed and controlled by our thoughts.

    Listen to today's episode to remember this ONE truth to help you get through the month!

    I pray it blesses you!

    Lauren

    Links:

    1 John 4:10

    Ephesians 2

    You're Not Enough (And That's Okay): Escaping the Toxic Culture of Self-Love

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    Become An Insider: https://pmsmadepeaceful.getresponsesite.com/

    Disclaimer: This podcast (PMS Made Peaceful) is not meant to take the place of professional medical help. It is for educational purposes only. Please always consult with your primary health care provider before implementing any of the solutions & topics discussed in this podcast (full disclaimer here: www.herbodysings.com/terms)