Ep 242 When Everyone Needs You — But You Just Need Space

I'm going to tell you about my weekend that spiralled from celebration to overwhelm — and what it taught me about hormones, boundaries, and the myth of being “everything to everyone.”Between an anxious dog, and a husband away in Barcelona, I found myself in tears on the bathroom floor — not because of any one thing, but because everyone needed me and I’d forgotten to leave space for myself.This honest reflection explores:✨ The link between hormones, overwhelm, and emotional burnout✨ The difference between caring deeply and people pleasing✨ Why you’re not responsible for anyone else’s happiness — only your own✨ Small, practical shifts to reclaim your energy and peaceIf you’ve ever felt like you’re running on empty or losing yourself in the noise of daily life, this episode is your gentle reminder: you’re not alone, and it’s okay to say “no.”