Mentally Strong Mums

Elena Bishop
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Join our community of mentally strong mums who are dedicated to being their best selves - while raising confident, resilient children. Being a mum is tough, but being a mentally strong mum takes it to another level. I provide resources and support for moms who want to heal their past, nurture their children, and build healthy relationships. My podcast offers a safe space for honest conversations about mental health and self-love. I am a qualified & experienced therapist in Private Practice supporting mothrs every day. I have university degrees in social work and psychology to create a trauma-informed approach that helps you become the best version of yourself. 👉 Tools for mental health 👉 Resources on parenting techniques 👉 Supportive community of like-minded mums 💪 Gain valuable insights from mental health professionals 💪 Empower yourself and your kids to be mentally strong 🌟 Develop resilience skills 🌟 Build emotional intelligence https://www.mentallystrongmums.com/

  1. ✨What Is an Emotional Hangover? The Science Behind Why You're Still Tired from That Big Event...

    3 DAYS AGO

    ✨What Is an Emotional Hangover? The Science Behind Why You're Still Tired from That Big Event...

    In this powerful episode of Mentally Strong Mums, we unpack the science and psychology of the “emotional hangover” — that lingering fog, fatigue, and heaviness you feel after intense emotional experiences. Whether it’s after a heated argument with your partner, a parenting meltdown, or an unexpected wave of grief, emotional hangovers are real and common. But most mums don’t realise what’s happening in their brain and body, and worse, they often blame themselves for not bouncing back faster. Elena walks you through: • The neurobiology of emotional hangovers (hello, cortisol, adrenaline, and the amygdala!) • Why highly sensitive or neurodiverse mums may feel this more intensely • The role of emotional repression and unprocessed stress • How to recover with grace, not guilt • What to teach your kids about post-emotion recovery If you've ever said "Why am I still so exhausted from yesterday?" — this episode is for you. Subscribe and follow the Mentally Strong Mums podcast wherever you listen! #EmotionalHangover #ParentingPodcast #MumBurnout #MentallyStrongMums #EmotionalHealth #MotherhoodSupport #TherapistExplains #NervousSystemReset #GentleParenting #MentalHealthForMums

    24 min
  2. ✨Make 2026 the year we finish the marathon without burning out: Service Your Body Like a Car

    25/12/2025

    ✨Make 2026 the year we finish the marathon without burning out: Service Your Body Like a Car

    In this uplifting episode of Mentally Strong Mums, we explore how to put yourself back on your own priority list—not with guilt, but with clarity and confidence. This New Year, treat yourself like you would your car—with regular check-ins, maintenance, and proactive care. You wouldn’t wait until your car completely breaks down before getting it serviced. So why do we wait until burnout hits before looking after ourselves? 🌟 You’d book it in for regular servicing. 🌟 You’d fix things before they completely broke down. 🌟 You’d fuel it with what it needs—and take it seriously when the warning lights flash. You don’t need to earn your rest. You just need to value yourself enough to plan it. 🎧 Available now on Spotify + Apple 🌐 Visit www.mentallystrongmums.com for more resources 📲 Follow @MentallyStrongMums for daily support #MentallyStrongMums #2026Reset #NewYearPlanning #MumSelfCare #PreventBurnout #MumWellness #MotherhoodMentalHealth #JoyfulMotherhood #AustralianMums #MumMotivation

    15 min
  3. ✨Somatic Anxiety Release | Guided Body Scan | A Guided Journey Back Into Your Body

    18/12/2025

    ✨Somatic Anxiety Release | Guided Body Scan | A Guided Journey Back Into Your Body

    Feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or disconnected from your body? In this calming and empowering guided episode, you’ll be taken on a full body scan and somatic release experience tailored for mums navigating anxiety, overwhelm, and the demands of everyday life. Learn how to reconnect with your body, identify where tension lives, understand what your anxiety is trying to protect you from, and gently begin the process of letting go This week’s episode of Mentally Strong Mums is a somatic anxiety release — a guided experience designed just for YOU. 🌿 Breathe, scan your body, notice what's there, and gently let go. No judgment. Just healing. Welcome to a deeply soothing and empowering guided episode designed for mothers experiencing anxiety, stress, or overwhelm. In this Mentally Strong Mums guided journey, we’ll walk you through: A calming full-body scan How to identify where anxiety is stored in your body Emotional intelligence and body-based awareness A gentle process to communicate with, understand, and release anxiety A somatic healing experience that helps you feel grounded and safe 🧠✨ You are not broken — your body is trying to protect you. Let’s explore why… and gently begin to let go. Perfect for busy mums who need a moment to reconnect and regulate. Listen today, and give your nervous system the love it deserves. 💛 🎧 Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube! #MentallyStrongMums #anxietyrelief #somatichealing #mumswithanxiety #bodyawareness #mentalhealthmatters #guidedmeditation #traumainformedparenting #nervoussystemregulation #emotionalhealing #mumlife #calmdownmama #podcastforparents #mindfulmama #selfregulationtools #anxietysupport #healingjourney #motherhoodsupport #selfcarepodcast #mummindset #podcastaustralia

    21 min
  4. ✨Core Values, Self‑Worth, and Why You Can Lose Yourself in Relationships

    04/12/2025

    ✨Core Values, Self‑Worth, and Why You Can Lose Yourself in Relationships

    This week on the Mentally Strong Mums podcast: 💔 What core values really mean ✨ How to find your non‑negotiables 🧠 Why mismatched values cause self‑betrayal ❤️ How to teach emotional integrity to your kids We unpack the psychology of core values—what they are, how to find yours, and how they shape love, boundaries, and self‑worth. 🎧 Listen to “Core Values, Self‑Worth, and Why You Keep Losing Yourself in Love” 🔗 Link in bio #MentallyStrongMums #CoreValues #SelfWorth #RelationshipHealth #Boundaries #PeoplePleasingRecovery #AttachmentHealing #ParentingPodcast #EmotionalIntelligence #GenerationalHealing Do you know what your core values really are—or have you just been living by someone else’s? In this episode, we unpack: 💔 Why mismatched values cause relationship tension 🪞 How to identify your non‑negotiables 💡 Why people‑pleasing equals self‑betrayal 🌱 How values evolve over time—and what that says about your growth 👩‍👧 How to teach your kids emotional integrity and values as a generational legacy Because when you know who you are, you stop begging for love—you attract it. ✨ Explore more at www.mentallystrongmums.com

    26 min
  5. ✨Why Feeling Seen Matters: Validation, Invalidation & Emotional Survival

    27/11/2025

    ✨Why Feeling Seen Matters: Validation, Invalidation & Emotional Survival

    Have you ever poured your heart out and been met with silence, a shrug, or worse—“That’s not a big deal”? That’s invalidation, and it cuts deeper than most of us realise. This week’s podcast is a deep dive into: 💡 What validation really is ❌ How invalidation damages relationships 👩‍👧‍👦 Why it’s not your child’s job to validate you 🗣️ How to ask for your emotional needs with courage 🧘🏼‍♀️ And how to stop gaslighting yourself ❌ Why invalidation cuts so deep 🧠 The science behind emotional pain 🗣️ Scripts to ask for what you need 🤯 And how to stop dismissing your own feelings 🎧 Listen now to: “Why Feeling Seen Matters” 👇 Have you ever been invalidated? Let’s talk about it. #MentallyStrongMums #ValidationMatters #EmotionalSafety #ParentingPodcast #AttachmentHealing #GaslightingRecovery #SelfValidation #EmotionalNeeds #MotherhoodPodcast #MindfulParenting In this episode, we unpack: What validation really means (it’s not agreement—it’s understanding) How invalidation shows up in parenting, relationships, and your own self-talk The science behind why it hurts so much Real examples from childhood, marriage, and raising kids Why it’s not your child’s job to validate you How to ask your partner for emotional support without blame And how to stop gaslighting yourself This episode is your ultimate toolkit for building emotionally safe relationships—starting with the one you have with yourself 💛

    28 min
  6. ✨When Your Teen Is Falling Apart—And You’re Trying Not To

    20/11/2025

    ✨When Your Teen Is Falling Apart—And You’re Trying Not To

    In this powerful episode of Mentally Strong Mums, we explore: ✨ The neuroscience of teen behavior 💔 How your childhood wounds might be resurfacing 🧘🏼‍♀️ How to self-regulate when they can’t 🌪️ The chaos of parenting teens while navigating perimenopause 💖 A new compassionate parenting blueprint 🔗 Visit: www.mentallystrongmums.com 🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple, or wherever you get your podcasts. 👇 Comment below: What’s the hardest part about parenting a teen? #TeenParenting #Perimenopause #SecureAttachment #ParentingPodcast #MentalHealthMums #MotherhoodJourney #TeenParentingSupport #MotherhoodPodcast #PerimenopauseAndParenting #AttachmentHealing #ParentingWhileTriggered #GentleParenting #NeurobiologyOfParenting #CycleBreaking #ConsciousMothering Being a parent to a teenager can feel like being on an emotional rollercoaster with no seatbelt. In this episode, we unpack: Why teens often express their pain through anger, defiance, or withdrawal 😤 What’s actually happening in the adolescent brain 🧠 (hint: it’s not personal!) How to be the secure base they need—even when you're exhausted 😮‍💨 Why your own unhealed teenage wounds might be triggered The collision of teen tantrums + perimenopausal mums 😅 How to emotionally regulate when your child cannot A new compassionate blueprint for parenting yourself while parenting your teen ✨ This episode is for every mum who’s trying her best, even when she feels like she’s failing. You are not alone. Let’s rewrite the script together. 🖥️ Explore more at www.mentallystrongmums.com

    34 min
  7. ✨When AI Becomes Your Therapist: The Rise of ChatGPT Psychosis

    13/11/2025

    ✨When AI Becomes Your Therapist: The Rise of ChatGPT Psychosis

    What happens when AI becomes your therapist? In this episode of Mentally Strong Mums, we’re talking about a rising psychological phenomenon: ChatGPT Psychosis. When someone feels misunderstood or invisible in their real life, AI can feel like a safe haven. But when the algorithm only validates one side of the story… things can go sideways—fast. We’re breaking it down: 💬 What it is 🧠 Why it’s happening ❤️ How it impacts dating & parenting 🔍 Real cases and cultural taboos 🧭 What to do if this is YOU 🎧 Listen now. Link in bio. #MentallyStrongMums #AIandMentalHealth #ChatGPTPsychosis #DigitalEchoChamber #SelfAwareness #VictimMindset #HealingJourney #ConsciousParenting #ModernMotherhood #GeminiAI Is it possible to develop a warped view of reality from using AI like ChatGPT or Gemini? What happens when vulnerable individuals—those feeling misunderstood, invalidated, or isolated—begin to rely solely on artificial intelligence to process their emotions and relationships? In this episode, we dive deep into the psychological, neurological, and cultural implications of “ChatGPT Psychosis”—a phenomenon where people use AI to validate their distorted thinking without critical reflection. We unpack how AI, though helpful, can unintentionally reinforce victim narratives, hinder personal accountability, and replace real-world interactions. We explore how this affects romantic relationships, self-perception, and emotional regulation—and what you can do if you suspect you (or someone you love) is falling into this cognitive trap. 👩‍👧 Perfect for mums raising teens in the digital age and for anyone curious about the ethics, psychology, and cultural impact of AI becoming a digital shoulder to cry on. 🎧 Trigger Warning: This episode discusses emotional isolation, delusion, and distorted thinking. It’s designed to help—without judgment. 🌐 www.mentallystrongmums.com

    29 min
  8. ✨Creating a Personal Safety Plan for Burnt‑Out Mums: Recognising Crisis Cues and Rebuilding Emotional Resilience

    06/11/2025

    ✨Creating a Personal Safety Plan for Burnt‑Out Mums: Recognising Crisis Cues and Rebuilding Emotional Resilience

    ⚠️ Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussion of self‑harm and suicide. Please listen with care, and reach out for professional help if you are in crisis. In this episode, we explore how traditional safety plans, often used in mental health crises, can be transformed into wellness plans—powerful, proactive tools for mothers who are exhausted, overwhelmed, and emotionally drained. You’ll learn: 🌿 How to recognise your personal crisis cues before burnout hits 💡 The science behind emotional self‑awareness and resilience 🧠 How to build your own step‑by‑step safety plan with grounding tools, affirmations, and support networks ❤️ Why having a “wellness contingency” is an act of empowerment, not weakness If you’ve been running on empty, this episode will help you pause, breathe, and build a plan that protects your wellbeing before things spiral. 🔗 Resources & Support: If you or someone you know is in crisis, please contact Lifeline on 13 11 14 (Australia), or visit www.lifeline.org.au . What you’ll learn: 🧭 How to identify early signs of emotional or physical distress 🌬️ Simple grounding techniques for daily regulation 💪 How to create your own safety plan—tailored to motherhood 🌈 Ways to use a growth mindset to rebuild after burnout ✨ Because being strong doesn’t mean never breaking—it means knowing how to put yourself back together. 👇 Comment below: What helps you reset when you’re overwhelmed? 📍 www.mentallystrongmums.com #MentallyStrongMums #BurnoutRecovery #SafetyPlan #MentalHealthAwareness #MotherhoodPodcast #EmotionalResilience #WellnessPlan #MindfulnessForMums #SelfCareForMums #GrowthMindset Explore more mental‑health resources for mums at www.mentallystrongmums.com

    31 min
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Join our community of mentally strong mums who are dedicated to being their best selves - while raising confident, resilient children. Being a mum is tough, but being a mentally strong mum takes it to another level. I provide resources and support for moms who want to heal their past, nurture their children, and build healthy relationships. My podcast offers a safe space for honest conversations about mental health and self-love. I am a qualified & experienced therapist in Private Practice supporting mothrs every day. I have university degrees in social work and psychology to create a trauma-informed approach that helps you become the best version of yourself. 👉 Tools for mental health 👉 Resources on parenting techniques 👉 Supportive community of like-minded mums 💪 Gain valuable insights from mental health professionals 💪 Empower yourself and your kids to be mentally strong 🌟 Develop resilience skills 🌟 Build emotional intelligence https://www.mentallystrongmums.com/

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