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What Does Matrescence Really Mean?
Laura, a seasoned psychotherapist, delves into the profound experience of matresence-an often overlooked and transformative journey that women undergo when they become mothers. Laura shares her own personal revelations and struggles, shedding light on the complex shifts that occur in a woman's sense of self, identity, and well-being during motherhood.
Matresence, a term only recently recognised in the Cambridge Dictionary, encapsulates the multifaceted changes-physically, emotionally, spiritually, psychologically, and economically-that mothers undergo. Laura discusses how these shifts can lead to feelings of confusion, questioning, and challenges that might be wrongly perceived as personal failures.
Drawing parallels to adolescence and adulthood transitions, Laura highlights the importance of understanding matresence as a normal and transformative process. She encourages new moms to embrace the validity of their feelings and recognise the unique opportunity motherhood provides for self-discovery and growth.
Laura courageously shares her own journey, unravelling the layers of perfectionism and people-pleasing that surfaced during motherhood. She emphasises how the demands of parenting, coupled with the intense psychological experience, unearthed aspects of herself that required attention and change.
If you're a new mom or in the early phases of motherhood, Laura's insights offer a comforting and empowering perspective, assuring you that your feelings are valid and that this transformative journey is an opportunity for self-discovery and positive change.
#Matresence #MotherhoodJourney #SelfDiscovery #LauraSpeaksOut #NewMomSupport
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lauragreenwoodtherapy.com/
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Motherhood, Matrescence and Family - 👩‍🍼 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 - Make Time To Talk - Ep 53
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In this insightful podcast episode, Laura, an accredited psychotherapist, takes you on a personal and professional journey through the complexities of motherhood, the family unit, and the pursuit of living life to the fullest as a parent. As a passionate advocate for mental health and well-being, Laura shares her expertise in maternal mental health and the unique challenges mothers face. Reflec...
Don't Feel Bad About Having Mom Guilt!
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Laura, a seasoned psychotherapist, delves into the intricacies of mom guilt-a complex emotion that many parents grapple with daily. Laura sheds light on the unrealistic ideals that often lead parents to strive for perfection rather than embracing the concept of being a "good enough" mother or father. Mom guilt, as Laura explains, is a multifaceted emotion rooted in societal expectations, histor...
Does Everyone Around You Have an Opinion on Your Parenting?
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Laura candidly discusses the overwhelming experience of having too many voices in the room when it comes to parenting decisions. With empathy, Laura acknowledges that these voices often come from well-meaning individuals who may not mean harm, but the sheer volume of advice can drown out a parent's intuition. Laura reflects on the societal expectations and unwritten rules that seem to grant peo...
Surviving, Not Thriving Through Parenthood?
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Laura shares her personal journey and sheds light on the unspoken realities of parenthood. Surrounded by societal expectations and a culture that often romanticises the experience, Laura delves into the challenges she faced and the lie she, like many others, was sold about what parenting should be. Laura courageously discusses the pressure to "just get on with it" and present a facade of perfec...
Empowering Moms Through Maternal Mental Health
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Laura, an accredited psychotherapist, shares her personal and professional journey of balancing career, parenthood, and mental health. With a passion for supporting individuals on their mental health and well-being journeys, Laura dives into her specialisation in maternal mental health. Having become a mother herself nearly five years ago, Laura recognised the need for specialised support for m...
Nurturing Emotional Intelligence in Younger Generations
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Alex sheds light on the crucial role men play in guiding, supporting, and leading the younger generations, emphasising the importance of de-escalation techniques in fostering healthy relationships and emotional regulation. The conversation delves into the societal expectations placed on boys from a young age, perpetuating harmful beliefs that emotions are for girls. Alex explores how these earl...
Masculinity, Emotional Intelligence and Self-Compassion - ♂️ 💙 - Make Time To Talk - Ep 52
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Alex shares a deeply personal and insightful journey through masculinity, emotional intelligence, and self-compassion. Join Alex as he navigates the challenges of a high-pressure career in journalism, reflecting on the toll it took on his mental well-being. The discussion unfolds to explore the additional complexities of being one of the few Black individuals in traditional journalistic institu...
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Nurturing Self-Compassion for Better Relationships
Exploring Masculinity In The Modern Era of Social Media
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Exploring Masculinity In The Modern Era of Social Media
My Life With Panic Attacks
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My Struggle With Mental Health In Journalism
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Keep The Curiosity Going With Your Kids
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Self-Care and Self-Harm: Balancing Support and Connection
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Government, Schools, and Parental Education on Self-Harm
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Why I Support Families Who Struggle With Self-Harm?
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Key Signs of a Domestic Abuse Relationship
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Overcoming Feeling Lost After Travelling
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  • @mar145gh7
    @mar145gh7 29 днів тому

    I heard the more you ignore them the less you will have.

  • @gaby56469
    @gaby56469 29 днів тому

    When i was a teenager(14-15 years) i was so upset with these thoughts that i tried killing myself. I didnt want to tell anyone of those thoughts because i thought people would think i was crazy. I tried to kill myself because i didnt wanted to be a menace to society. But now it is all okay

  • @laschelimette
    @laschelimette Місяць тому

    I wish you all the best! These are just thoughts, trust me! I had my owwn experiences with OCD and its just so important to know that its all just thoughs!

  • @autobotdiva9268
    @autobotdiva9268 Місяць тому

    my oldest is gonna start this week because IM OVER IT!

  • @raulmacias647
    @raulmacias647 Місяць тому

    Thank you for this 💙

  • @allhavesaidtheirprayers3434
    @allhavesaidtheirprayers3434 Місяць тому

    The only thing that broke the cycle was when I asked Christ to intercede. When I meant it. They stopped. Someone will hate me for saying that. Cool. Anyone else, I encourage you to ask him. They all stopped. I feel peace now.

  • @Caro-ys4kk
    @Caro-ys4kk Місяць тому

    Thank you

  • @happy.heather
    @happy.heather Місяць тому

    ocd is such a horrible curse

  • @ShanaJahsintaWalters
    @ShanaJahsintaWalters Місяць тому

    I want to move to Thailand.

  • @Giyusfavouritewaifuever39
    @Giyusfavouritewaifuever39 Місяць тому

    I can relate a lot

  • @TengenHasAFavoriteWife
    @TengenHasAFavoriteWife Місяць тому

    This honestly applies to anyone; “mental health” or not.

  • @seansurfn2
    @seansurfn2 Місяць тому

    yup it made me feel like i could run forever

  • @rebeccaspiros1457
    @rebeccaspiros1457 Місяць тому

    My sister died from Merkel cell NET and was stage IV when diagnosed. She lived just under 2 years. She did chemo, radiation, and tried immunotherapy at the end. It was so sad but she rarely complained. I miss her.

  • @user-cm1si5bt7p
    @user-cm1si5bt7p 2 місяці тому

    Excellent. As the man thinketh in the heart, so is he. Change your thoughts and you'll change your life.

  • @hustleno-filta5373
    @hustleno-filta5373 2 місяці тому

    True very true ! There is no book to being a father or mother you learn as you go

  • @Austin_Dale
    @Austin_Dale 2 місяці тому

    I was diagnosed with severe chronic depression. It’s amazing how easy it is to see the negative in everything. And happiness is very hard to come by. It’s more like you either feel very unhappy (not necessarily sad), or you feel nothing. I’ve been dealing with it for 3 years. I’m 23 and it makes life seem hopeless.

  • @ironmaiden93ofangmar
    @ironmaiden93ofangmar 2 місяці тому

    So there's something that gets me so confused about this. I was recently diagnosed with OCD, and I am not having these serial killer thoughts, but I am having other sexually oriented thoughts. And even though I do feel terrible for having them and I don't think I would ever do something like this, they do bring me pleasure, unlike what you're saying. And it's just kinda scary to see that it seems like these thoughts shouldn't give me pleasure.

  • @TheAshrafDali
    @TheAshrafDali 2 місяці тому

    Anyone having intrusive thoughts, remember, your actions define you, not your thoughts ❤

  • @Misanthropic_hellhound
    @Misanthropic_hellhound 2 місяці тому

    I hate the ones where my plate spills in front of me

  • @evajawidzk2068
    @evajawidzk2068 2 місяці тому

    Yes its true a manager i had told me to smile i was having a bad day very emotional and working with public is not always easy

  • @user-lh6ig4wj4v
    @user-lh6ig4wj4v 2 місяці тому

    Me, recently diagnosed with adhd: thought that I have cyclothymia 🌚

  • @s.r.2985
    @s.r.2985 2 місяці тому

    Thank you so much for sharing. It is truly appreciated and very relatable

  • @ShehanimasheDassanayake
    @ShehanimasheDassanayake 2 місяці тому

    I just have thoughts about right and wrong. Or good and bad . So technically if i know something is right. My brain tell's me no I'm wrong. And again i tell myself no im right and the brain tell's me no I'm wrong. And when i tell me im right my brain tell's me no you are stupid. You are wrong 😑

  • @SolaceInChrist
    @SolaceInChrist 2 місяці тому

    I am a school student and I have OCD and autism too. I take sertraline for OCD and alprazolam for anxiety but I have notice that my autism traits have increased afterwards, why did my autistic traits has increased. How can I get rid of OCD permanently? It’s effecting my education and speech. I didn’t want my autism disability to increase and I just wanted OCD to go away.

  • @MarianaFerreira27gatoslindos
    @MarianaFerreira27gatoslindos 2 місяці тому

    Thank you ❤

  • @tylerace983
    @tylerace983 2 місяці тому

    Which episode is this from?

  • @Andrew-sj9tr
    @Andrew-sj9tr 2 місяці тому

    Yep

  • @EdwardPrah
    @EdwardPrah 2 місяці тому

    These medications make you feel flat in emotions and you get weird sensations. Then you have the stigma on your back for the rest of your life. Doctors guess at will "work" for you. It's all sad to think about. What if their are other factors contributing to psychosis and the medications don't actually address those issues, but rather mask them? I thank God that He keeps me going.

  • @gurcharankaursaluja6396
    @gurcharankaursaluja6396 2 місяці тому

    Hello i dont know but i am very stressed i want to touch aomething again and again to seek relief i watched some horro image amd it is stored inside my mimd amd sound repating inside my mind i want to put them all away.... Now i feel like i lack imagi ation and feel sadness.... What should i do i talk to my mom and tell her i feel like depressed but i want quick relief i domt want to bear it anymore.... It gives me panick attack when i cant control it....

  • @DouglasMikelas
    @DouglasMikelas 2 місяці тому

    It's granda Moses. And yes, I really like the point about how school tells you you have to know your career path at 18, get your degree a few years later and be on your way. Its absolutely bogus. life doesn't work that way. I truly wish i was tought a more realistic path in my school days.

  • @Jordan-ym5sk
    @Jordan-ym5sk 3 місяці тому

    I have the most disturbing thoughts about the worst things that humans can do and it scares me sick. I have severe ocd I actually feel like I have done these things in real life which I would never do.

  • @CakesDontLie
    @CakesDontLie 3 місяці тому

    I praise Jesus that even though my thoughts are so wicked and ungodly before Him, that when I cry out to Him, He as ears to hear and eyes to see my plea for help. Thank you Jesus for your mercy and grace and loving me while I was a sinner and setting me free for the schemes the devil!!!

  • @pluckyspector
    @pluckyspector 3 місяці тому

    I agree 100000%

  • @EagerJasmine-gk4sw
    @EagerJasmine-gk4sw 3 місяці тому

    Can any body be my friend l am 13 yrs old and I have ocd (staring) ❤🥺 l don't know what to do l can't control my thoughts 🙃🥀

  • @D87943
    @D87943 3 місяці тому

    Mine is staring at people from the corner of my eyes and it makes people uncomfortable and not trust me I feel like.

  • @chrisbenj3819
    @chrisbenj3819 3 місяці тому

    What if the thoughts cause pain like wtf do you do

  • @silverriver7866
    @silverriver7866 3 місяці тому

    Do you struggle with delusions? Paranoia?

  • @Bud.mafia.tt_
    @Bud.mafia.tt_ 3 місяці тому

    Where can i hear her full story

  • @Bud.mafia.tt_
    @Bud.mafia.tt_ 3 місяці тому

    I relate 100%

  • @sumansangwan2188
    @sumansangwan2188 3 місяці тому

    I'm dying everyday with these thoughts and literally i have no one to share becoz these are so weird...

  • @olivia-214
    @olivia-214 3 місяці тому

    me too girl me too. im always with my parents, my sister, and my dogs, so i just can’t imagine what life would be like without even just one of them. i love them all so so so so SO much. 🩷

    • @ryaninsta69
      @ryaninsta69 2 місяці тому

      Don't worry they will live a really long life, trust me they will

  • @joshuadarling7439
    @joshuadarling7439 4 місяці тому

    I just started mine. It's very heavy

  • @ARNAB.MAJUMDER
    @ARNAB.MAJUMDER 4 місяці тому

    Seeing her beauty , i forgot she is discussing of OCD . Life is too much of Hardships and we people with OCD and anxiety have to fight for it to remove the unwanted burden.

  • @Lindsey-hb6wo
    @Lindsey-hb6wo 4 місяці тому

    It is only a thought The mind has the thought YOU ARE NOT THE MIND control the mind and be happy Controlled by the mind and you will suffer. NO NEED ❤❤❤❤

  • @MasterB8r420
    @MasterB8r420 4 місяці тому

    So helpful! What other platforms is she on?

  • @peter2087
    @peter2087 4 місяці тому

    We just need to get rid of the top layer of authority and let God's little helpers sort this world out. We the people know whats good for us. The top layer don't like the minions.

  • @myliza700
    @myliza700 4 місяці тому

    I know that I don’t want these thoughts. And it’s not me. But yet I have still contemplated harming myself because I was so afraid of that voice. People truly don’t understand how much it breaks you as a person.

  • @Rhhdhssidjdbsnw
    @Rhhdhssidjdbsnw 4 місяці тому

    Looks so much like Berber jewelry!

  • @1Strawbz1
    @1Strawbz1 4 місяці тому

    😍

  • @Marriedbettyyalfonso
    @Marriedbettyyalfonso 4 місяці тому

    God helps us 😢