Recency effects

PMS is usually seen as the unpleasant lead-up to a period, with symptoms like cramps, mood swings, and bloating. But did you know it can have positive sides, too? Some women feel more creative and emotionally connected or experience a higher sex drive during this time. Others enjoy their food more, have vivid dreams, or notice increased flexibility—making it perfect for activities like yoga. These changes happen because of shifts in hormones like estrogen and progesterone, and they affect everyone differently. PMS isn’t just about the bad—it’s also a reminder of how unique and amazing our bodies are.