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EPISODE · Mar 22, 2026 · 8 MIN

08. Stop the Spiral: 5-Minute Journaling for Triggered Mums

from Held in Motherhood · host Rosie Gwen

Welcome to Held in Motherhood - a short, calming podcast for overwhelmed mums who want practical, science-backed ways to feel calmer, grounded, and more in control in the beautiful chaos of everyday motherhood.Feeling triggered, overwhelmed, or stuck in a spiral you can’t seem to stop? In this short episode, I’ll guide you through a simple 5-minute journaling practice to help you regulate your emotions, clear your mind, and find your way back to calm - even in the middle of a hard moment.This quick, powerful exercise will help you:interrupt anxiety spiralsprocess overwhelming thoughtsregulate your nervous systemrespond instead of reactfeel more grounded and in controlNo perfection. No pressure. Just a few minutes to reconnect with yourself.Perfect for moments of mum anxiety, emotional overwhelm, and parenting stress - when you need fast, effective support for your nervous system.If this episode helps, follow Held in Motherhood so you always have support in your pocket when you need it most.Find me online:WebsitePinterestNewsletterMusic:⁠ www.purple-planet.com

Welcome to Held in Motherhood - a short, calming podcast for overwhelmed mums who want practical, science-backed ways to feel calmer, grounded, and more in control in the beautiful chaos of everyday motherhood.Feeling triggered, overwhelmed, or stuck in a spiral you can’t seem to stop? In this short episode, I’ll guide you through a simple 5-minute journaling practice to help you regulate your emotions, clear your mind, and find your way back to calm - even in the middle of a hard moment.This quick, powerful exercise will help you:interrupt anxiety spiralsprocess overwhelming thoughtsregulate your nervous systemrespond instead of reactfeel more grounded and in controlNo perfection. No pressure. Just a few minutes to reconnect with yourself.Perfect for moments of mum anxiety, emotional overwhelm, and parenting stress - when you need fast, effective support for your nervous system.If this episode helps, follow Held in Motherhood so you always have support in your pocket when you need it most.Find me online:WebsitePinterestNewsletterMusic:⁠ www.purple-planet.com

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