The Unspoken Weight: A Conversation on Women’s Mental Wellness with Aisling Prendergast
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In this powerful episode of Balanced Not Boring, Judy and Tamara sit down with psychotherapist Aisling Prendergast to explore the invisible weight many women carry — the emotional and mental load that often goes unspoken. We're expected to 'be it all' and 'do it all', without complaining of feeling overwhelmed, overstimulated or drained. But can we really do it all? Does something have to give?From infertility, IVF, and perinatal challenges to the shifting identities of motherhood, workplace struggles and burnout, Aisling sheds light on experiences that society often expects women to silently endure. Drawing on her extensive training in Ireland, the UK, and now the Middle East, she offers both professional insights and deeply human compassion.We talk about:-Breaking the silence: why therapy and women’s health are still taboo in many cultures-From infertility to motherhood: how these journeys redefine identity, love, and self-worth-Guilt, burnout, and overwhelm: real tools to find balance through every life stage-Beyond the individual: why women’s mental wellness is a cultural shift we all needWhether you’re navigating fertility challenges, adjusting to motherhood, balancing career and family, or entering new hormonal chapters, this episode is a reminder that you are not alone — and that your experience matters.✨ A must-listen for anyone wanting to feel SEEN. 🎧 Now on Spotify, Youtube and Apple --> @balancednotboringpodcast