I am a girl and I hate hormones.
Yes, I said it...
Reading the first sentence, most girls probably already agree. Not only are we an emotional mess, but we are physically, too. Our hormones fluctuate like crazy and we have no motivation to put ourselves together. And guys, I'm not just talking about a menstrual cycle. Our hormones can cause so many other things than our one week of hell per month. Hormones will give us mood swings, depression, anxiety, cravings and many more. One moment we are crying and eating cake, the next we are laughing our butts off at something that probably wasn't even that funny. Ladies, it is normal.
These hormones not only make us miserable, but almost in a way, vulnerable to other emotions. During these hormonal changes we "oh so love," we also get physical complications. How lovely? Our skin and hair is prone to getting oily during any kind of hormonal change. As emotional as it is already, being oily does not fix anything. It is inevitable.
Though many people receive anxiety from hormonal changes, it only makes it worse. The more anxiety means more hormonal imbalance. It just does not seem quite fair being a girl. It is important to find a good effective way to treat your anxiety before it gets worse. Each person is different. One reducing technique could be effective for one person, but completely different for someone else.
While changes throughout the body are completely normal, there are many contraceptives that can increase hormones. That's right, I'm talking about birth control and a Plan B Pill, otherwise known as, the morning after pill. Starting a new contraceptive can be almost life changing. If not, it feels like it for the time being. Weight control can be difficult to maintain as is, but any extra hormone being injected into your body increases that difficulty.
Moodiness is another side effect. Stated above, we may be crying one moment, but happily moving on with our lives the next. And each day from month to month is always different. Expecting the same changes is the worst thing you can do. Being focused on your oily skin and buying the best soap for that could be one week, then the next you are dealing with acne and now you're looking for the best acne relief soap.
Hormonal changes are normal and every girl gets them. It doesn't matter if you are 16 or in your mid 40s, these changes are inevitable. Ladies, don't be ashamed of something you cannot change. Bad days and weeks happen to everyone.
Just remember, you are not alone in these changes. While going through these rough patches, try to pamper yourself and smile.
