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EMN Journal - Issue 19
Welcome to Issue 19 - a bit later than usual due to the wonderment of the Easter holidays. We've made it through though! Below you'll find Episode 32 of the EMN Podcast, the last one for a while whilst it has a hiatus. I've been recording some shorter videos on the subjects of motherhood & identity, exhaustion and transitions - so in the next few weeks you can find these being added to the Empowered Mothers network YouTube channel.
Ever feel like you’re carrying an endless to-do list in your head—tasks nobody else even knows about, yet they sap your energy every single day? That’s the mental load, and in 'The Mental Load – The Work No One Sees (But You Feel Every Day)', we unpack exactly what it is, why it matters, and how to start lightening the burden.
In this issue of the EMN Journal, you’ll also find:
- Featured Post: Seven Ways to Increase Your Persistence — because sticking with it, day after day, is the real game-changer.
- May Book Recommendations — a curated shortlist to feed your mind (and help you reclaim a few quiet moments).
- Events Roundup
We’re here to nurture your wellbeing, gently honouring the load you carry.
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Episode 32 | The Mental Load – The Work No One Sees (But You Feel Every Day)
Ever feel like the weight of everything falls on you? The planning, the remembering, the emotional labour—it’s all part of the mental load, and it’s exhausting.
In this episode, we’re talking about:
👉 What the mental load actually is (and why it’s so often invisible)
👉 Why mothers (and other caregivers) end up carrying it alone
👉 The impact it has on our well-being, relationships, and mental health
👉 How we can start sharing this burden—without guilt
This isn’t just your struggle—it’s a bigger issue that needs to be talked about. Watch now & let’s start the conversation.
Full episode out now on YouTube & all podcast platforms!
What’s one thing you carry that no one sees? Hit 'reply' and let me know!
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Featured Post - Seven Ways to Increase Your Persistence
Persistence can feel like a double-edged sword for women—praised in theory, yet often labelled “annoying” or “pushy” in practice. In this post from our Mindset & Productivity series, you’ll learn seven no-nonsense strategies to cultivate steady determination, grounded in intuition and self-compassion:
- Be Kind to Yourself
Silence negative self-talk and replace it with gentle encouragement. Compassion fuels persistence far better than criticism.
- Ditch the Naysayers
Share your goals only with people who genuinely cheer you on. Positive company keeps your motivation alive.
- Review & Reward
Schedule a weekly check-in on your progress—no matter how small—and celebrate each win with a meaningful treat.
- Shape Your Environment
Create visual reminders (a vision board, sticky notes or habit tracker) to keep your goals top of mind every day.
- Show Up Consistently
Block out regular time slots for your action steps. Frequency builds momentum more reliably than big, sporadic efforts.
- Trust Your Gut
Push on when your intuition says “go,” but don’t ignore the pull to pause if you’re genuinely depleted.
- Ask the Hard Questions
Clarify what persistence, passion and focus mean to you. What motivates you? What outcome do you truly want?
Pick one of these tips to practise this week and see how it shifts your mindset. 👉 Read the full post & share your own persistence hacks: https://empoweredmothersnetwork.com/seven-ways-to-increase-your-persistence/
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The EMN Spotlight Feature
Are you a mum juggling life, a young family, and a business or side hustle? Or do you know someone who is? We want to celebrate YOU! 🎉
💡 Whether you’re:
🛍️ Running a small business
🎨 Creatively self-employed
🌱 Building a side hustle alongside motherhood
We’d love to hear your story and share it with our growing community!
You can find out more & apply here: https://empoweredmothersnetwork.com/emn-journal-spotlight-feature/
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Events Section
-- If you're a business with an event in the Health & Wellness sector that you'd like promoting to mums in the Empowered Mothers Network, then please get in touch!--
SJH Therapies (that's me!) is the host of the Wild Rose Renewal CIrcles; women's circles based in Sedbergh. Next date 11th May, more details below.
Hubble Bubble Organics in Bowness on Windermere hold regular Pamper Nights, as well as Women's Wellness Classes, and free Kid's Clinics every Monday. Check the Facebook page for upcoming events: https://www.facebook.com/Hubblebubbleorganics
Wednesday 7th May
New Parents Support Group, Outside-In: https://fb.me/e/3kLFfeM0y
Sunday 11th May
Wild Rose Renewal Circle: https://fb.me/e/2WYOkI43V
Thursday 15th May
Kendal Parent Network Workshop: Managing Anger & Resentment in Your Relationship as Parents: https://fb.me/e/8CKlWQGQm
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