Overstimulated and Unfiltered: Beyond The Chaos

Tiina O'Brien
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Overstimulated & Unfiltered isn’t just another motherhood podcast. It’s a thinking woman’s space — where identity, ambition, neurodivergence, modern chaos, and quiet self-revolution converge. Hosted by a professional communicator and lifelong questioner navigating life as a parent, partner, and person in progress, this show is for anyone trying to make sense of their role in the world while still in the thick of it. Expect sharp reflections, raw honesty, unexpected insights, and the occasional rabbit hole — from emotional boundaries to societal expectations, creative yearning to random facts.

Episodes

  1. AUG 8

    “Goodbye, Hello, and Everything in Between: The Mental Load of Moving with Kids (and Clutter)”

    Recorded at 5am, surrounded by boxes and chaos, this episode is raw, unpolished, and real — because that’s where I’m at. We’re mid-move, and I’m holding it all: two kids, the mental load, the guilt, the transitions… and the exhaustion no one warns you about. In this episode, I reflect in real time on the emotional toll of moving house as a mother — especially with a neurodivergent child who needs routine to feel safe. I talk openly about the guilt that comes with splitting your focus, the way moving strains even the strongest relationships, and why the “organised one” in the family always seems to fall apart quietly. You’ll also hear some eye-opening research on:     •    Why moving is ranked more stressful than divorce     •    The hidden emotional toll of relocation on female caregivers     •    How transitions like this impact autistic children differently     •    And why “he’ll be fine” isn’t always a fair assumption for our youngest If you’re mid-move, mid-breakdown, or just holding more than anyone sees — this one’s for you. You’re not failing. You’re just moving. And that counts for everything. linktr.ee/overstimulatedandunfiltered

    9 min

  2. SEASON 1, EPISODE 1 TRAILER

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    Introduction for Overstimulated and Unfiltered

    1 min

  3. JUL 31

    Goodbyes: 'Saying it, feeling it or avoiding it!'

    Why do goodbyes feel so weird? In this episode, I’m unpacking the awkwardness, the emotions, and the overthinking that often come with saying goodbye — especially in family life. I’m joined by Lauren for a raw chat on how goodbyes really land when you’re a teenager… and whether adults make them harder than they need to be... https://linktr.ee/overstimulatedandunfiltered

    11 min

  4. JUL 24

    Welcome to Overthinking Anonymous

    https://linktr.ee/overstimulatedandunfiltered Hi, I’m Tiina — and I’m an overthinker. In this episode, I’m unpacking the habit of overthinking… how it creeps into parenting, relationships, and everyday life. Why do we do it? Does it protect us — or just keep us stuck? A raw take on the mental spiral we all know too well… and how we can sit with it, without letting it run the show.

    14 min

  5. JUL 17

    The Self-Regulation Struggle

    Why do we snap, shut down, or absorb energy we don’t want? This episode dives into self-regulation and emotional awareness — how our nervous system reacts, why old patterns hijack us, and simple ways we can pause, reset, and stop being ruled by the mood of the room. https://linktr.ee/overstimulatedandunfiltered

    14 min

  6. JUL 15

    Man Up, Mum Up, Shut Up

    We’re praised for being strong — but at what cost? This episode unpacks the silent burnout that comes from constantly holding it together. From gender roles to societal pressure, I’m exploring why so many of us end up over functioning, under-supported, and quietly exhausted. https://linktr.ee/overstimulatedandunfiltered

    10 min

  7. JUL 12

    Welcome to the Chaos

    When did you start disappearing into your roles? In this first episode of Overstimulated and Unfiltered, Tiina explores the quiet identity leak that happens in early motherhood — when the overstimulation, the mental load, and the pressure to be everything to everyone slowly eclipse who you are. A raw, relatable start to a podcast that doesn’t have all the answers — just honest conversations that make you feel seen. https://linktr.ee/overstimulatedandunflitered

    15 min

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Overstimulated & Unfiltered isn’t just another motherhood podcast. It’s a thinking woman’s space — where identity, ambition, neurodivergence, modern chaos, and quiet self-revolution converge. Hosted by a professional communicator and lifelong questioner navigating life as a parent, partner, and person in progress, this show is for anyone trying to make sense of their role in the world while still in the thick of it. Expect sharp reflections, raw honesty, unexpected insights, and the occasional rabbit hole — from emotional boundaries to societal expectations, creative yearning to random facts.

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