I was wondering is it ok to be sad about random things

Yes, totally! It's super normal to feel sad sometimes, even about stuff that seems random or small. Your body is going through a lot of changes right now, and that's usually because of your hormones getting all jumbled up. Literally. Hormones are like little chemical messengers in your body, and when they're on a roller coaster, your moods can be too.

Why it happens

Around your period, or even when it's just starting to get close, your hormones are doing all sorts of wild things. Estrogen and progesterone go up and down, and those changes can totally mess with your brain chemistry. So one minute you're fine, and the next you're crying because you saw a cute puppy video, or because your favorite snack is gone. It's not you, it's just your body doing its thing.

What to do about it

• Acknowledge it. Don't try to fight the feeling. Just be like, "Okay, I'm sad right now." It's part of being human!
• Be kind to yourself. You wouldn't tell your friend to just "get over it," so don't tell yourself that. Give yourself a hug, watch a comfort movie, listen to some music, or just take a nap.
• Talk it out. Sometimes just telling someone you trust – like a parent, a close friend, or even me – can make a difference. It's like letting some of the pressure out.

If you find yourself feeling sad or tearful a lot, especially right before your period, that's really common. It's called PMS (premenstrual syndrome), and a lot of people get it. If it's making it hard to do your normal stuff or if you just feel really down all the time, it's always good to chat with a grown-up about it. They can help you figure out if there's anything else going on, or just give you extra support.