Self-care: Beyond Bath Bombs

A loss or change of identity can happen for many reasons, and at any point in our lives. It may be planned, unplanned, sudden or gradual.  In this episode we look at why an identity crisis can occur, how this can impact our mental health and self belief, and how we can reignite our 'sense of self'.  We consider all the deep and meaningful questions of life and identity including purpose, belonging, happiness, and morals, and discuss some of the really practical things we can do to find our new identity.......perhaps most importantly belting out that infamous song from The Greatest Showman! 

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Thanks for listening to this long-awaited episode! This topic was really important to us, so we hope you find it useful. We chat all about how to manage and navigate difficult emotions - identifying early warning signs, how societal pressures influence our feelings and responses, and finding healthy coping strategies. We also look at the art of identifying specific emotions in order to deal with them whilst feeling safe and in control, especially during these difficult times.

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Happy New Year! 2022 is here and we're tackling taking the pressure off in January! If you're joining us for the first time, thank you for dropping by and if you've listened before, thank you for joining us again! Sorry there's been a bit of a break since you heard from us, Christmas life took over! Our sitting with difficult emotions episode will be coming soon. After recapping on Christmas and New Year celebrations,  we chat SMART goals, giving yourself permission to relax and remembering it's just another month! Steph forgets how many days in a year there are and Helen is on hand to help! 

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A little teaser for episode 22! We've been wanting to chat about this topic for a while. When sitting with difficult emotions in a safe and healthy way, find out how it can benefit our wellbeing and ability to move forward. Look forward to joining you next week to dive into this one!

Music: Outdoors In Summer by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com 

We're back! It's so lovely to be back recording the podcast again. If you're joining us for the first time, thank you for dropping by and if you've listened before, thank you for coming back! In this episode we have a little recap on life, Helen has produced a baby and Steph has been DJing at a cricket tournament! The topic this week is coming back, whether it's to a social life, working in the office or going to a gig. We dive into trusting your gut, managing expectations and living the hedgehog life! 

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This will be our last episode in the first series, as we're taking a little break until the Autumn while one of our hosts Helen has some time off to have a baby.

And on that note, this episode covers the topic of being pregnant during the pandemic. We chat about how the pandemic has added an extra layer of anxiety at an already stressful time, and how it has impacted the pregnancy journey, from work challenges to attending appointments alone. But we also think about some of the more positive circumstances, including reduced social pressure, and saving £££'s on maternity clothes! Our top tips this week cover advice such as trusting your instincts, the things you can and can't control, and the importance of still seeking medical help, support and advice. We hope this is helpful to those in similar circumstances. 

Enjoy and we'll see you all again soon! Thank you all for your continued support with our Podcast.

Music: Outdoors In Summer by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com 

To tie in with April being Stress Awareness Month, this episode is all about how to address your stress.  Jam-packed with tips, advice and coping strategies to help you identify and manage your stress levels, and look after your own personal stress bucket! There's also a bit of science in relation to our sympathetic nervous systems and how this affects our bodies in a physical sense. Of course we make up a couple of new words, 'pubfulness' being one of them, and take on the 30 day challenge for Helen's Takeaway Tip.

Music: Outdoors In Summer by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com 

In this episode we tackle another subject that sometimes feels a bit taboo - friendships in adulthood. We talk navigating changing friendships, the challenges of making new friends and why we need more in common at a certain age than just having the same pencil case!  We also chat about some of the issues we might experience when re-emerging socially from lockdown and the need for compassion, understanding, and boundaries. 

Music: Outdoors In Summer by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com 

As it's International Women's Day on 8th March, this episode focuses on the mental health and wellbeing of women, girls, and those who identify as female, in today's world.  We delve into how the pandemic has disproportionately impacted women, and the potential risks around setting back the equality clock, particularly in the workplace.  We also have an honest and open chat about hormones and their impact on our mental health, and discuss some strategies to look after our wellbeing through our cycles. And find out the women who we find most inspiring - they're Simply The Best! 

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Inspired by valentines day, this episode is all about the most important type of love - self-love! Travel through the various stops on board the self-love train (yes, we know it's cheesy!), through body and self-acceptance, embracing uniqueness, being your genuine self, and getting comfortable spending time in your own company.  We also chat about the importance of recognising toxic relationships, both romantic and in friendships.  It might not be the Orient Express, but this train journey is sure to put you on the route to happiness! 

Music: Outdoors In Summer by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com