EPISODE · Apr 21, 2026 · 42 MIN
Why Women Feel Guilty All The Time (and How to Stop)
from The Weird Years · host Lydia Vornweg
Why does everything feel like it’s your fault… even when it isn’t?In this solo episode, I’m unpacking guilt - that constant, low-level hum that seems to follow women everywhere. From work to relationships, money to motherhood, friendships to finances… why does everything feel like it’s somehow our responsibility?I get into the psychology behind why women experience guilt more frequently and more intensely than men - and how both nature and nurture conspire to keep us stuck in these guilt spirals.We're talking:✨ Rational vs irrational guilt > and how to tell which one you’re feeling✨ Why women feel responsible for other people’s emotions (and how this is costing you)✨ How guilt becomes a hidden decision-making tool that keeps you small✨ Practical ways to stop carrying guilt which isn’t yoursBecause if you’re making decisions just to avoid guilt… there’s a good chance you’re not actually choosing the life you want.If you’ve ever felt like you’re constantly doing something wrong (even when you’re not), this one’s for you.Follow the show on your favourite platforms:Instagram - @theweirdyearspodcast Tiktok - @theweirdyears
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Why does everything feel like it’s your fault… even when it isn’t?In this solo episode, I’m unpacking guilt - that constant, low-level hum that seems to follow women everywhere. From work to relationships, money to motherhood, friendships to finances… why does everything feel like it’s somehow our responsibility?I get into the psychology behind why women experience guilt more frequently and more intensely than men - and how both nature and nurture conspire to keep us stuck in these guilt spirals.We're talking:✨ Rational vs irrational guilt > and how to tell which one you’re feeling✨ Why women feel responsible for other people’s emotions (and how this is costing you)✨ How guilt becomes a hidden decision-making tool that keeps you small✨ Practical ways to stop carrying guilt which isn’t yoursBecause if you’re making decisions just to avoid guilt… there’s a good chance you’re not actually choosing the life you want.If you’ve ever felt like you’re constantly doing something wrong (even when you’re not), this one’s for you.Follow the show on your favourite platforms:Instagram - @theweirdyearspodcast Tiktok - @theweirdyears
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