Welcome back to The Monthly Truth - the conversation no one is having, but everyone needs to hear.

This week we’re joined by the incredible Dimple Khatiri - a mental health pharmacist, passionate PMDD advocate, and the founder of a growing global support network. In this powerful conversation, Dimple shares what it’s really like living with PMDD - from years of being misunderstood, to navigating the system as both a patient and a professional.

She speaks honestly about suicidal thoughts, burnout, and the exhausting impact of masking your symptoms just to keep going. But she also brings hope, clarity, and community - reminding us we’re not alone, and we’re so much more than our diagnosis.

Tune in to hear:

💬 The real emotional cost of undiagnosed PMDD

💬 How Dimple created a global WhatsApp support group

💬 What needs to change in healthcare training

💬 The reminder that PMDD does not define you

This episode is vulnerable, grounded, and full of strength. If you’ve ever questioned your worth, felt let down by the system, or needed someone to just get it - this one is for you.

📣 Share it, subscribe, and help us raise the volume on PMDD awareness.

Follow The PMDD Project for more support and resources:

🌎 Website: https://thepmddproject.org/

📸 Instagram: @thepmddproject

📹 Tiktok: @thepmddproject

💼 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-pmdd-project/

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Chapters

00:00 Understanding PMDD: Personal Perspectives

07:27 The Impact of PMDD on Daily Life

13:02 Building Support Networks for PMDD

14:25 Challenges in Medical Understanding of PMDD

21:42 Advocacy and Future of PMDD Awareness

25:18 Advice for Managing PMDD in a Career

27:37 Key Takeaway: PMDD Does Not Define You

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Disclaimer:

At The Monthly Truth, we share stories, experiences, and information to support and empower those affected by PMDD. However, the content of this podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Everyone’s journey with PMDD is unique, and we encourage you to seek care from qualified healthcare providers for your individual needs. Please know you’re not alone - and we’re so glad you're here.

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Welcome back to The Monthly Truth - the conversation no one is having, but everyone needs to hear.

This week, we're joined by the brilliant Lydia Donaldson, co-founder of Not Ovaryacting. Lydia opens up about her journey with PMDD - from years of being misdiagnosed and dismissed, to hitting rock bottom and making the brave decision to section herself, to finally getting a diagnosis that made it all make sense.

She talks about the role of trauma, her experience with chronic illness, navigating the messiness of trial-and-error treatments, and how she’s now finding stability.

💬 The moment she realised her monthly crises were hormonal

💬 Why trauma and neurodivergence can complicate PMDD

💬 What worked, what didn’t, and what she’s learned about managing symptoms

💬 How Not Ovaryacting is giving people a voice and a lifeline

This episode is honest, emotional, and genuinely hopeful. If you're in the thick of PMDD, Lydia’s story will remind you you’re not broken — and you’re definitely not alone.

📣 If it hits home, please share it. Subscribe. Help us keep these conversations going.

🌐 Follow Lydia and Jodie’s work on IG @not_ovaryacting_pmdd

Follow The PMDD Project for more support and resources:

🌎 Website: https://thepmddproject.org/

📸 Instagram: @thepmddproject

📹 Tiktok: @thepmddproject

💼 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-pmdd-project/

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Chapters

00:00 Understanding PMDD: A Deep Dive

07:04 The Journey to Diagnosis

13:01 Managing PMDD: Current Strategies

19:00 Neurodivergence and PMDD

24:54 Hope and Support for PMDD

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Disclaimer:

At The Monthly Truth, we share stories, experiences, and information to support and empower those affected by PMDD. However, the content of this podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Everyone’s journey with PMDD is unique, and we encourage you to seek care from qualified healthcare providers for your individual needs. Please know you’re not alone - and we’re so glad you're here.

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Welcome back to The Monthly Truth - the conversation no one is having, but everyone needs to hear!

In this episode, we're joined by the ridiculously funny and fiercely wise Heather Hendrie - therapist, writer, and mastermind behind the Awfully Hilarious series. From PMDD meltdowns to finding peace (and punchlines) in the forest, Heather is blending laughter with the kind of truth you feel in your bones!

Tune in to hear:

💬 How PMDD turns life into chaos - and how to laugh about it anyway

💬 Why nature (and naps) are serious mental health tools

💬 The healing magic of creativity, community, and humour

💬 Why being sensitive is actually your secret weapon

This episode is funny, it’s real, and it’s full of those “I thought it was just me” moments. If you've ever cried, screamed, or even laughed your way through hormonal hell - this one’s a reminder you’re not crazy, and you’re definitely not alone.

📣 If you love it, SHARE it. Subscribe. Scream it from the rooftops. Let’s change the narrative around PMDD together.

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📚 Grab Heather’s books and get involved at awfullyhilarious.com

📸 Follow her chaos and brilliance @awfullyhilarious

Follow The PMDD Project for more support and resources:

🌎 Website: https://thepmddproject.org/

📸 Instagram: @thepmddproject

📹 Tiktok: @thepmddproject

💼 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-pmdd-project/

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00:00 Introduction to PMDD and Personal Journeys

07:14 Understanding PMDD in Canada vs. Other Countries

13:28 Personal Experiences with PMDD and Mental Health

19:30 The Awfully Hilarious Project and Its Impact

28:40 Humorous Anecdotes and Personal Stories

31:08 Nature-Based Counseling: A Healing Approach

35:33 The Connection Between Nature and Mental Health

39:00 Exploring PMDD and Sensitivity

42:58 Creativity as a Path to Healing

55:14 Messages of Hope and Resilience

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Disclaimer:

At The Monthly Truth, we share stories, experiences, and information to support and empower those affected by PMDD. However, the content of this podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Everyone’s journey with PMDD is unique, and we encourage you to seek care from qualified healthcare providers for your individual needs. Please know you’re not alone - and we’re so glad you're here.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.