In this compelling episode of WTAFJH, we delve into the intricate connections between neurodivergence, trauma, and mental health. Topics include:

• Therapy as a Personal Journey: The importance of finding a therapist who aligns with your unique needs and experiences.
• PTSD and Rebuilding Self-Trust: How gaslighting and past trauma can make trusting yourself and your body an uphill battle.
• The Neurodivergent Experience: Honest conversations about living with neurodivergence, the challenges of emotional regulation, and the pressures of societal expectations.
• Trauma and Chronic Stress: Insights into how prolonged stress impacts neurodivergent brains, leading to heightened responses and adaptation to high-stress environments.
• Pain Perception Differences: Why neurodivergent individuals may experience pain differently, stemming from invalidation and trauma.
• Breaking Free from Hustle Culture: Sarai shares a personal story about navigating Bell’s palsy, embracing vulnerability, and rejecting toxic productivity.
• Key Takeaways:
• Focus on setting intentions instead of rigid resolutions and recognize that your achievements are enough.
• Seek out a supportive community that embraces you for who you are.
• Embrace moments of light and healing after navigating the darkness of trauma.

Tune in for an episode filled with raw, honest reflections and practical insights on healing, neurodiversity, and building a life rooted in self-trust and authenticity.

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In this deeply personal episode, Sarai and Meg dive into the complex world of setting boundaries, particularly with family members. They discuss the emotional struggles that arise when trying to establish limits with parents, and the challenges of navigating family dynamics while also caring for oneself. From people-pleasing habits shaped by past trauma to the ongoing work of reprogramming our nervous systems for healthier relationships, this episode offers a candid conversation about the difficulties of boundary-setting, and how growth and support from friends can make all the difference.

Key Topics:
● The emotional struggle of setting boundaries with parents, especially in the context of trauma and neurodiversity.
● The role of people-pleasing behaviors and how they are rooted in past experiences.
● Real-life examples of how boundaries were tested and the courage needed to stick with them.
● Communicating clearly and navigating the guilt that often arises when asserting boundaries.
● The impact of past trauma on our ability to set healthy boundaries and protect our emotional well-being.
● The importance of support systems and having friends who celebrate and acknowledge boundary victories.
● The concept of "taking 50% responsibility" in relationships and understanding that we can't control other people's reactions.
● Practical advice for starting small when it comes to boundary-setting and gradually building confidence in saying "no."

• Mentioned in the Episode:

● Tiffany Roe (therapist, on the topic of setting boundaries with people who have never experienced them before) www.tiffanyroe.com

Resources:
● Link to therapy resources or books about boundary-setting (optional).
● Meg’s coaching services or personal blog (optional).

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In this empowering episode, of What the Actual F** Just Happened* we dive deep into the importance of women taking charge of their health and advocating for themselves. With honest conversations and personal experiences, we shed light on the unique challenges women face when dealing with reproductive health, often dismissed or misunderstood due to male-centred medical standards.

Meg shares her personal story of discovering and navigating life with a prolapsed uterus at just 37. She opens up about her journey, from recognizing something felt “off” to advocating for herself and receiving proper care, despite initial discomfort and challenges.

The episode also explores topics like PMDD, pap smears and the lack of education surrounding cervical and reproductive health.

We encourage listeners to:

• Phrase symptoms as questions to prompt better inquiry.
• Ask AI for medical keywords to improve communication with doctors.
• Demand better healthcare for themselves and prioritise their well-being.
• Resources Mentioned:
• PMDD https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/types-of-mental-health-problems/preme nstrual-dysphoric-disorder-pmdd/what-is-pmdd/
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