I have kept a record of my PMS timing and symptoms for years. I experience physical symptoms of PMS (bloating, breast tenderness, carb cravings, etc.), but no emotional symptoms, during the Luteal phase of my cycle when progesterone levels are highest. I understand this is normal. What confuses me is that I do experience emotional symptoms such as moodiness and hyper-sensitivity during days 7-15 (Follicular or proliferative phase) of my cycle when estrogen levels are higher and I should feel my best. This normally only lasts for 2-3 days. Why is this? (I am counting the first day of menstrual bleeding as the first day of my cycle. My cycle usually lasts 23-25 days.) Thank you for your time.