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PMDD, Healing, and Second Chances: Lessons from the Angel of Death Theory

What the Angel of Death Theory & Regrets of the Dying Teach Us About Truly Living

Trigger Warning: This post discusses death, mortality, and the regrets of the dying. Please read with care if you are feeling vulnerable.


Have you ever wondered how you’d live if you were given a second chance—if you woke up with decades still ahead of you?

In this deeply personal reflection, I explore the Angel of Death Theory, the powerful insights from The Top Five Regrets of the Dying by Bronnie Ware, and what it means to truly live when you know how fragile life really is. As someone living with PMDD and passionate about women’s mental health and healing, I know firsthand how easy it is to get stuck worrying about “beige shit”—the everyday stressors that don’t matter in the grand scheme of things.


The Angel of Death Theory: A Wake-Up Call

The Angel of Death Theory asks a simple but profound question: What if, at 90 years old, you were on your deathbed—and suddenly, you were given 45 years back? How would you live differently? Would you let fear hold you back, or would you finally use the healing tools you’ve been too scared to try?

Most people are afraid to face their pain, to heal, to break cycles. But when you’re reminded of life’s fragility, it becomes clear that healing, self-acceptance, and personal growth are not just buzzwords—they’re essential.


Regrets of the Dying: Insights from Bronnie Ware

Bronnie Ware’s book, The Top Five Regrets of the Dying, reveals that most people wish they’d lived true to themselves, expressed their feelings, and allowed themselves more happiness. These regrets are a powerful reminder to prioritize what really matters: self-care, meaningful relationships, and living authentically.


Healing, PMDD, and Living Boldly

Living with PMDD and navigating trauma has taught me that the path to healing is rarely easy. It’s tempting to focus on daily worries, but facing mortality motivates me to heal, to live, and to try my best—no matter how imperfectly. Healing is a courageous act, especially for women who are used to putting themselves last.


Stop Worrying About the Small Stuff

When you realize how short and precious life is, you stop sweating the small stuff. The “beige shit” fades away, and what’s left is a desire to make every day count. Whether it’s embracing cyclical living, practicing self-acceptance, or simply being present, the invitation is the same: live fully, love deeply, and don’t wait for a crisis to start healing.


Recommended Reads for Your Healing Journey

  • The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz: A guide to personal freedom and transformation.

  • The Top Five Regrets of the Dying by Bronnie Ware: Lessons on living authentically and without regret.


Ready to Start Living Intentionally?

If you’re ready to break free from fear and start healing, check out my free PMDD Survival Kit, join The Room for support, or explore my collection of resources for women’s mental health and growth.

You get one wild, precious life—make it count.


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Remember: You are not broken. You’re healing — and you’re already doing the hard part by showing up. The years will pass anyway, so let’s spend them coming home to ourselves, together.


 
 
 

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