Hormonal Insurgency: The Revolution That Reveals Your True Self
There are days — whether it’s during my period or ovulation — when I feel completely different. Less patient with nonsense. More tuned into what feels right or wrong. Much less willing to compromise. For a long time, I brushed it off as just another “hormonal shift.” But then I wondered — what if this isn’t just a phase? What if this version of me, the one who can see through the noise and refuses to settle, is the real me?
The more I leaned into this thought, the more it made sense. What if our hormones don’t just amplify emotions but actually reveal parts of ourselves we often hide? What if, in these moments, we’re closer to who we truly are?
Here’s what I’ve learned about what your hormones might be trying to tell you.
Hormones Are Amplifiers, Not Distractions
Let’s start here: your emotions during hormonal shifts aren’t random. Hormones like estrogen and progesterone affect your brain chemistry, heightening your sensitivity and emotional awareness. This isn’t about being “moody.” This is your body giving you clarity about what matters.
Think about it — when something irritates or unsettles you during these phases, it’s not coming out of nowhere. It’s your authentic self pointing out what’s wrong, what feels off, or what you can no longer tolerate.
Goodbye, Social Niceties
Ever notice how, during certain times in your cycle, it feels impossible to keep pretending? Forced smiles become harder. Unnecessary drama feels unbearable. And putting others’ needs before your peace? That’s a hard no.
This isn’t you being difficult — it’s you being honest. You’re shedding the social masks we all wear and showing up as yourself, unapologetically. These moments aren’t something to shy away from. They’re a preview of what your life could look like if you consistently honored your feelings and needs.
The Truth Serum Effect
Think of your hormonal insurgency as a truth serum.
That friend who constantly drains you? That job that no longer serves you? Those habits that keep you stuck? Your hormones might make it impossible to ignore what isn’t working.
These are the moments when the fog lifts, and you see things for what they are. Relationships, habits, and situations that drain you become glaringly obvious.
We’re taught to dismiss these moments as “just hormones,” but what if they’re your mind and body showing you the truth you’ve been avoiding? What if the clarity you feel during these times is the clarity you’ve been needing?
Boundaries on Autopilot
During these phases, you might feel a natural resistance to anything that doesn’t serve you. It’s easier to say no. You might call out what feels unfair or walk away from dynamics that don’t align with your peace.
This isn’t a coincidence — it’s your body’s way of protecting you. It’s reminding you to set boundaries, to take up space, and to let go of what’s weighing you down.
Who You Are in These Moments Is Who You Really Are
The version of you that emerges during these hormonal shifts isn’t a stranger. It’s you — unfiltered, unbothered, and unapologetically real.
Hormones might heighten your emotions, but they don’t create this version of you. They simply bring it to the surface. And while you might not be able to live in this state 24/7, there’s value in recognizing that this part of you exists — and it has something important to say.
How to Lean Into This Version of Yourself
Rather than dismissing these phases as inconvenient or overdramatic, try to see them as a gift. Here’s how you can work with this heightened clarity:
- Pay attention to what triggers you: If something feels off or bothers you, don’t ignore it. Reflect on why it’s coming up.
- Use this time to set boundaries: Take advantage of the courage and clarity that hormones bring to establish limits that protect your peace.
- Write it down: Journaling during these phases can help you track patterns, gain insight, and make more intentional choices. Period calendars can help for this purpose. You can write and edit the notes to track your behavior during these hormonal insurgency.
- Extend compassion to yourself: Remember, these shifts aren’t flaws — they’re signals. Treat yourself with kindness and understanding.
Bringing it Together
Your hormones aren’t a problem to fix or an inconvenience to silence. They’re a guide, revealing what you truly need and who you truly are.
The next time you feel more irritable, less patient, or completely unwilling to tolerate nonsense, don’t dismiss it. Listen to it. Honor it. That’s your real self — asking to be seen, heard, and valued.
And maybe, just maybe, she’s the one you’ve been waiting for all along.
Thanks for taking the time to read.
