The woeful and wonderful journey of womanhood and all that is unspoken about it. Exploring our personal experiences, experience of others and how we can support ourselves and others using acceptance and commitment therapy.
In this episode, we're diving into something that we know so many women will relate to — the mental load. You know, that invisible, never-ending list of things to remember, organise, plan, and do — not just for ourselves, but for everyone else too.We're talking about birthdays, housework, emotional labour, and those quiet moments of burnout when it all just feels too much. From family dynamics and unspoken expectations to gender roles and the dreaded label of “martyr” — we go there.It's an honest, unfiltered conversation where we share our own stories, frustrations, and the little wins too. We reflect on where the load comes from, how it's felt in our bodies, and what we're committing to doing differently going forward.If you've ever felt overwhelmed, under-supported, or like the weight of everything rests on your shoulders — this one's for you.Let us know what resonates — and how the mental load shows up in your life. We'd love to hear your perspective.
Public speaking. Presenting. Speaking up in a room full of people. For many, it sparks fear, anxiety, and self-doubt. But what if confidence in presenting isn't about eliminating fear—but learning to work with it?In this episode of Unspoken Womanhood, we dive deep into the journey of finding confidence in your voice. Helen shares her personal struggles with public speaking, from past anxieties to the transformative experience of presenting at a workshop in Malta. Meanwhile, Natalie reflects on her own relationship with speaking in public—when it feels exciting, when it feels vulnerable, and how to navigate both.
Why are women's health concerns so often ignored?In this episode, we dive into the real challenges women face when speaking up about their health—from being dismissed by doctors to the emotional toll of not being taken seriously. What We Cover:Why so many women struggle to be heard in medical settingsThe impact of being told “it's just normal”How to advocate for yourself and othersReal stories of resilience and changeThis is a conversation that needs to be had—because no woman should feel silenced when it comes to her health.
Ever struggled tospeak up when it really mattered? Whether it's calling back your dog (when they're charging after sheep!) or standing your ground in a meeting,finding your voice isn't always easy.In this episode, we dive into:
In this episode, we dive into the power of sisterhood, speaking up, and navigating life's transitions—whether it's in reality TV, family dynamics, or our own personal journeys. We chat about the fascinating group dynamics in The Traitors, the way women show up for each other (or don't!), and how this reflects real-life experiences. We also share personal stories about finding your voice, dealing with unexpected challenges, and learning when to step back or step up. If you've ever felt like you're stuck in the middle of a situation, trying to balance competing pressures, or just curious about what makes strong connections work, this one's for you. Join us as we unpack all of this with honesty, laughter, and a few unexpected light bulb moments along the way.
A little delayed with this episode, sorry everyone! Once you listen you'll understand things have been a little bit busy and crazy in recent month :) … we'd love to hear your thoughts and feedback!
During this episode we welcome our first guest on the podcast, the wonderful Catherine Briars. Catherine shares her Woeful and Wonderful moments with us and tells us all about her journey, book (The Elephant in the Womb https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B09LFWV34B/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_F3C92ZAXJ7EJJ93BH6EV) and establishing and growing NCTs Parents in Mind project (https://www.nct.org.uk/about-us/community-support-programmes/parents-mind-perinatal-mental-health-peer-support). Do get in touch if you have any feedback or thoughts you notice while listening to this episode. We'd love to hear about your journeys too.
During this episode we are open, aware and engaged in discussing our experiences of our period journeys. Do get in touch if you have any feedback or thoughts you notice while listening to this episode. We'd love to hear about your journeys too.
During this episode we are open, aware and engaged in discussing our experiences of our fertility treatment journeys. Do get in touch if you have any feedback or thoughts you notice while listening to this episode
During this episode we are open, aware and engaged in discussing our experiences of parenting during the COVID 19 pandemic. Do get in touch if you have any feedback or thoughts you notice while listening to this episode.
In this episode we introduce ourselves a little and talk about our journeys that has led us to creating this podcast. We also call for your input, if you have anything you'd like to share or hear us talk about please get in touch.
We're finally here, releasing episode one of Unspoken Womanhood: the Woeful and the Wonderful. We have so many ideas and topics we want to chat about and share with listeners. In this episode we discuss our intentions and list some of these topics. We're excited about you all joining us for this journey. Please do get in touch! Twitter: @UnspokenWWW Instagram: @unspokenwomanhood Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/910983940299114/ Email: unspokenwomanhood@gmail.com
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