Man PMS...

First the Public Service Announcement: The opinions expressed here are my own. I’m not saying all men experience these symptoms, there are a few in my life that do, so I speak from experience. Whether real or perceived symptoms, they are a problem for me. If you are a sensitive man (or woman) – get over yourself, as I’m tired of dealing with your hissy fits.

So, I’ve noticed a trend… just like women, men experience PMS. My boss is a perfect example of this – his severe monthly mood swings, outbursts and hissy fits for no apparent reason, coupled with moments of over the top cheeriness and random acts of thoughtfulness. I’ve been working here for almost five years now and although, it’s not at necessarily the same time every month, it happens just the same.

This is not a segregated sensation sweeping the nation - I’ve also noticed this trend with the other men in my life. J and The Boy are prone to this behavior as well, as I’m sure many other men. Men just don’t realize it’s happening to them – it’s called denial.

Well, I’m here to tell you – I’m tired of it. If you can call me out on my cranky days, I’m sure as hell going to start calling you out on yours. It’s time the men in my life realize, I’m done coddling their sensitive egos. Just like women – men need to “suck it up buttercup and realize things will be better in a few days”. Until then, just stop and think before you open your mouth; otherwise be prepared to be scolded.

Comments

Beatriz said…
No male PMS is a real thing and their cycles are a little longer than ours but it's all TRUE! I've had to put up with my share of male PMS too :/

Personally I think theirs is worse, it's the denial.
August 11, 2015 at 3:14 PM
Simply Suthern said…
When they are together for a couple months do their cycles tend to line up?
August 12, 2015 at 8:35 AM
Travel & Dive Girl said…
@Beatriz - I Agree!!! Much Worse!!

@Simply Suthern - Yes, I think they do! LOL!!
August 12, 2015 at 12:43 PM
k said…
Ha!! I know some men who fit that behavior pattern too!!!
August 12, 2015 at 5:50 PM
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