Too Much, Apparently

Ever felt like you're too nostalgic to just let the past be the past? Yeah. Us too.In this episode of Too Much Apparently, we (Carly and Alice - two therapists and recovering perfectionists with squishy brains) get real about nostalgia - why some of us feel it so much more intensely than others, what it's actually doing for us, and why we think it deserves to be taken seriously rather than quietly grown out of.We unpack our own nostalgic soft spots, spiral into Postman Pat and Paramore in real time, and share what it's like to miss things that were complicated, long for feelings you can't quite get back, and wonder whether that makes you stuck or just someone who feels things fully.This time we talked about:🎙️ We've felt this thing too (and we still do): Hello classic Corrie for the mismatched mugs, Normal People on repeat, and being ambushed by a smell before you've even registered what it is👀 What it looks like in real life: rewatching the same shows during stressful weeks, songs that belong to specific chapters of your life, going back to places from childhood and feeling like you're stitching something back together🧠 Why our brains do it: sensitive and neurodivergent people don't just remember — they re-experience emotion through memory, which is why nostalgia hits harder and why that's actually the point🧍🏽‍♀️🧍🏻 The different ways it shows up: longing for a feeling rather than a time, feeling nostalgic for things that were complicated or imperfect, and the shame of admitting what still gets to you🧰 Coping mechanisms: using nostalgia deliberately rather than waiting for it to ambush you — the comfort rewatch, the playlist, the perfume, the food that takes you somewhere that feels like safety🌱 How to make peace with it: stop treating your nostalgia as a character flaw and start listening to what it's telling you about what you need right nowThanks for listening           💛💜🩷🩵🧡Resources mentionedNostalgia article💬 New episodes every Monday.🎧 Follow now to join the conversation.🧡 CONNECT WITH US 🎙️ Podcast socials: → Instagram: @toomuchapparently → TikTok: @toomuchapparently → YouTube: Too Much, Apparently → Website: www.toomuchapparently.com👩‍💻 Carly Radford: → Website: www.carlyradford.com → Instagram: @the_sensitivity_therapist👩🏻‍💻 Alice Tew: → Website: www.alicetew.com → Instagram: @reparentingwithalice📩 Email us: [email protected] 🗓️ New episodes every MondayThis is a podcast that says: bring your too-muchness… we’re here for it.Disclaimer: Just a quick note to say this podcast isn’t therapy, and it’s not a substitute for professional support. We’re here to share ideas and experiences, but if you’re struggling, please reach out to a mental health professional or a support service near you.

Ever felt like you’re too sensitive to run a business?Yeah. Us too.In this episode of Too Much Apparently, we (Carly and Alice — two therapists trying to build something meaningful without losing themselves in the process) get real about what it’s like to run a business when you care deeply about people, ethics, and doing things in a way that actually feels right.We explore the tension between authenticity and self-promotion, the pressure to market in ways that feel uncomfortable, and what it’s like to try and build something sustainable when your nervous system isn’t built for hustle culture.This time we talked about:🎙️ We’ve felt this thing too (and we still do): Questioning if you’re cut out for business, feeling icky about marketing, and wondering if you’re just “too much” or not tough enough for it.👀 What it looks like in real life: Trying to juggle all the roles of running a business, comparing yourself to people doing more, feeling pressure to say yes to everything, and struggling with the vulnerability of essentially “selling yourself.”🧠 Why our brains do it: Strong values, empathy, fear of rejection, people-pleasing, trauma patterns, and living in a system that often rewards profit over people.🧍🏽‍♀️🧍🏻 The different ways it shows up: Undercharging, overworking, avoiding visibility, burnout, conflict around money, and feeling torn between helping people and needing to earn a living.🧰 Coping mechanisms: Setting boundaries, making intentional decisions, learning to say no, finding ethical ways to market, and building a business that works with your energy rather than against it.🌱 How to make peace with it: Maybe you’re not too sensitive for business — maybe you just need to do business differently. Thanks for listening     💛💜🩷🩵🧡💬 New episodes every Monday.🎧 Follow now to join the conversation.🧡 CONNECT WITH US 🎙️ Podcast socials: → Instagram: @toomuchapparently → TikTok: @toomuchapparently → YouTube: Too Much, Apparently → Website: www.toomuchapparently.com👩‍💻 Carly Radford: → Website: www.carlyradford.com → Instagram: @the_sensitivity_therapist👩🏻‍💻 Alice Tew: → Website: www.alicetew.com → Instagram: @reparentingwithalice📩 Email us: [email protected] 🗓️ New episodes every MondayThis is a podcast that says: bring your too-muchness… we’re here for it.Disclaimer: Just a quick note to say this podcast isn’t therapy, and it’s not a substitute for professional support. We’re here to share ideas and experiences, but if you’re struggling, please reach out to a mental health professional or a support service near you.

Ever felt like you're too damaged to deserve nice things? Yeah. Us too.In this episode of Too Much Apparently, we (Carly and Alice - two therapists and recovering perfectionists with squishy brains) get real about self-sabotage - not as a character flaw or a habit you can just decide to stop, but as something that makes complete sense when you understand what's underneath it.We unpack our own resistance, spiral in real-time, and share what it's like to finally get something good - a relationship, an opportunity, a quiet moment of peace - and immediately want to blow it up.This time we talked about:🎙️ We've felt this thing too (and we still do): Hello, testing people in relationships until they leave, leaving a WhatsApp group to see who notices, and growing a podcast slowly because putting it out there felt terrifying👀 What it looks like in real life: picking fights when things are going well, not applying for the job in the first place, staying invisible at work, and the slow passive version nobody talks about - just quietly not doing the thing🧠 Why our brains do it: familiar feels safe, even when familiar is painful - and good things can feel more frightening than bad ones when your nervous system has no template for them🧍🏽‍♀️🧍🏻 The different ways it shows up: the active kind (burning it down yourself), the passive kind (never letting yourself go for it), and the sneaky kind (blaming everyone else so you never have to look at your own patterns)🧰 What actually helps: getting curious about the positive intention behind the behaviour, swapping affirmations for "iffirmations" (what if I am good enough for this?), and understanding that this isn't about willpower — it's about what you were taught to believe you deserved🌱 How to make peace with it: You're not sabotaging yourself because you're broken — you're protecting yourself the only way you knew how, and that protection made complete sense once.Thanks for listening           💛💜🩷🩵🧡💬 New episodes every Monday.🎧 Follow now to join the conversation.🧡 CONNECT WITH US 🎙️ Podcast socials: → Instagram: @toomuchapparently → TikTok: @toomuchapparently → YouTube: Too Much, Apparently → Website: www.toomuchapparently.com👩‍💻 Carly Radford: → Website: www.carlyradford.com → Instagram: @the_sensitivity_therapist👩🏻‍💻 Alice Tew: → Website: www.alicetew.com → Instagram: @reparentingwithalice📩 Email us: [email protected] 🗓️ New episodes every MondayThis is a podcast that says: bring your too-muchness… we’re here for it.Disclaimer: Just a quick note to say this podcast isn’t therapy, and it’s not a substitute for professional support. We’re here to share ideas and experiences, but if you’re struggling, please reach out to a mental health professional or a support service near you.

Ever felt like you’re too hard on yourself to actually enjoy your life?Yeah. Us too.In this episode of Too Much Apparently, we (Carly and Alice — two therapists who know the “what’s next?” feeling all too well) get real about what it’s like to achieve things… and still feel flat, behind, or like it didn’t really count.We talk about moving the goalposts, chasing the next milestone, and the quiet pressure to keep doing, achieving, and proving — even when it’s stealing your ability to feel proud, satisfied, or at peace.This time we talked about:🎙️ We’ve felt this thing too (and we still do): Hello achieving something and immediately thinking about the next thing, feeling weirdly flat after success, and wondering why it never quite feels like enough.👀 What it looks like in real life: Getting the grade, the job, the milestone… and instead of celebrating, you’re already asking “so now what?” or questioning whether it even counts.🧠 Why our brains do it: Perfectionism, internalised “not good enough” beliefs, cultural pressure to always be achieving, and the illusion that the next success will finally make us feel different.🧍🏽‍♀️🧍🏻The different ways it shows up: Overachieving, constant busyness, tying your worth to success, chasing status or validation, or feeling pressure to keep performing once you’ve done well.🧰 Coping mechanisms: Slowing down, questioning why you’re doing something, noticing the “next thing” urge, and allowing yourself to actually sit with what you’ve achieved.🌱 How to make peace with it: You don’t need to earn your worth through achievement — and nothing you achieve will ever fix a belief that says you’re not enoughThanks for listening           💛💜🩷🩵🧡💬 New episodes every Monday.🎧 Follow now to join the conversation.🧡 CONNECT WITH US 🎙️ Podcast socials: → Instagram: @toomuchapparently → TikTok: @toomuchapparently → YouTube: Too Much, Apparently → Website: www.toomuchapparently.com👩‍💻 Carly Radford: → Website: www.carlyradford.com → Instagram: @the_sensitivity_therapist👩🏻‍💻 Alice Tew: → Website: www.alicetew.com → Instagram: @reparentingwithalice📩 Email us: [email protected] 🗓️ New episodes every MondayThis is a podcast that says: bring your too-muchness… we’re here for it.Disclaimer: Just a quick note to say this podcast isn’t therapy, and it’s not a substitute for professional support. We’re here to share ideas and experiences, but if you’re struggling, please reach out to a mental health professional or a support service near you.—--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------sensitivity podcast, overthinking podcast, therapy podcast, belonging podcast, mental health podcast, deep chat podcast, neurodivergent podcast, autism podcast, adhd podcast, outsider syndrome, feeling different podcast, people pleasing podcast, authenticity podcast, friendship podcast

Ever felt like you're too intentional to rush but still guilty for not doing more, achieving more, becoming more?Yeah. Us too.In this episode of Too Much, Apparently, we (Carly and Alice, two therapists and recovering perfectionists with squishy brains) get honest about hustle culture, slow living, and what happens when you look up mid-sprint and think, "wait, where am I even rushing to?"We unpack our own complicated relationships with busyness, admit we've both absolutely ignored our own advice, and talk about what it actually looks like to choose a slower, more intentional life, especially when the world keeps telling you that's not enough.This time we talked about:🎙 We've felt this thing too (and we still do): burnout amnesia, banning ourselves from working on Wednesdays, edging forwards at traffic lights even though it gets you absolutely nowhere👀 What it looks like in real life: rushing through your favourite meal and forgetting to taste it, always being onto the next thing before the current thing is even finished, keeping yourself so busy you never have to sit with your own head🧠 Why our brains do it: self-worth tied to productivity, childhood conditioning, generational messaging about hard work ethic, and busyness as a very effective way of avoiding uncomfortable feelings🧍🏽‍♀️🧍🏻 The different ways it shows up: the boom and bust cycle (hello, neurodivergent brains), performing busyness like a badge of honour, never quite giving yourself permission to stop unless you're already on the floor🧰 Coping mechanisms: structuring your week around your actual capacity, embracing JOMO (joy of missing out), taking a proper slow walk, choosing to be somewhere intentionally rather than just "popping in," cheap flowers from Sainsbury's that last a whole week🌱 How to make peace with it: you're not too slow. The world is just moving too fast. And you get to decide which pace is actually yours.Thanks for listening           💛💜🩷🩵🧡💬 New episodes every Monday.🎧 Follow now to join the conversation.🧡 CONNECT WITH US 🎙️ Podcast socials: → Instagram: @toomuchapparently → TikTok: @toomuchapparently → YouTube: Too Much, Apparently → Website: www.toomuchapparently.com👩‍💻 Carly Radford: → Website: www.carlyradford.com → Instagram: @the_sensitivity_therapist👩🏻‍💻 Alice Tew: → Website: www.alicetew.com → Instagram: @reparentingwithalice📩 Email us: [email protected] 🗓️ New episodes every MondayThis is a podcast that says: bring your too-muchness… we’re here for it.Disclaimer: Just a quick note to say this podcast isn’t therapy, and it’s not a substitute for professional support. We’re here to share ideas and experiences, but if you’re struggling, please reach out to a mental health professional or a support service near you.

Ever felt like you’re too imaginative to stay grounded in “real life”?Yeah. Us too.In this episode of Too Much Apparently, we (Carly and Alice — two therapists with very busy inner worlds) get real about what it’s like to have an imagination that doesn’t switch off. The kind where you don’t just think about life — you create it, replay it, and live multiple versions of it in your head.We explore daydreaming, storytelling, fantasy, and the quiet, often private worlds we build to process, escape, imagine, and make sense of being human — and what it’s like when your inner world sometimes feels richer than the one outside it.This time we talked about:🎙️ We’ve felt this thing too (and we still do):Hello daydreaming mid-conversation, imagining entire alternate lives, and getting completely lost in books, ideas, or future scenarios.👀 What it looks like in real life: Having a “rich inner world,” being told you’re away with the fairies or in la la land, and feeling like your imagination can sometimes feel more vivid — or even more appealing — than reality.🧠 Why our brains do it: Curiosity, creativity, pattern-seeking, storytelling minds, and for some of us, extremely vivid mental imagery (hello hyperphantasia) that makes imagination feel almost real.🧍🏽‍♀️🧍🏻 The different ways it shows up: World-building, fantasy thinking, imagining different futures, using metaphor and visual thinking, or quietly living many different lives inside your head.🧰 Coping mechanisms: Using imagination to process emotions, to create meaning, to self-soothe, or sometimes to escape when real life feels limiting or overwhelming.🌱 How to make peace with it: Imagination isn’t a distraction from life — it’s one of the ways we understand it, create it, and sometimes survive it.Thanks for listening      💛💜🩷🩵🧡💬 New episodes every Monday.🎧 Follow now to join the conversation.🧡 CONNECT WITH US 🎙️ Podcast socials: → Instagram: @toomuchapparently → TikTok: @toomuchapparently → YouTube: Too Much, Apparently → Website: www.toomuchapparently.com👩‍💻 Carly Radford: → Website: www.carlyradford.com → Instagram: @the_sensitivity_therapist👩🏻‍💻 Alice Tew: → Website: www.alicetew.com → Instagram: @reparentingwithalice📩 Email us: [email protected] 🗓️ New episodes every MondayThis is a podcast that says: bring your too-muchness… we’re here for it.Disclaimer: Just a quick note to say this podcast isn’t therapy, and it’s not a substitute for professional support. We’re here to share ideas and experiences, but if you’re struggling, please reach out to a mental health professional or a support service near you.--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------sensitivity podcast, overthinking podcast, therapy podcast, belonging podcast, mental health podcast, deep chat podcast, neurodivergent podcast, autism podcast, adhd podcast, outsider syndrome, feeling different podcast, people pleasing podcast, authenticity podcast, friendship podcast, daydreaming podcast, imagination podcast

Ever felt like you care so deeply about everyone around you that you've completely lost track of what you actually feel yourself?Yeah. Us too.In this episode of Too Much Apparently, we (Carly and Alice, two therapists and recovering perfectionists with squishy brains) get real about empathy, emotional contagion and compassion fatigue. Why being the one everyone comes to feels like an identity, why caring so much can quietly burn you out, and what the difference actually is between feeling with someone and drowning alongside them.We unpack our own resistance, spiral in real-time, and get into the uncomfortable truth that being endlessly empathetic isn't always as altruistic as it feels.This time we talked about:🎙️ We've felt this thing too (and we still do): Being the therapist friend as a teenager, absorbing emotions in the therapy room, and realising we were caring for others to avoid looking after ourselves👀 What it looks like in real life: Taking on everyone's feelings as your own, not being able to feel okay unless everyone else is okay, and ending up with everyone else's balloons🧠 Why our brains do it: Trauma histories that made hypervigilance a survival strategy, parentification, and an identity built around being the one who always shows up🧍🏽‍♀️🧍🏻 The different ways it shows up: Emotional exhaustion, resentment in relationships, rescuing people who didn't ask to be rescued, and compassion fatigue you feel guilty for admitting🧰 Coping mechanisms: The balloon and boulder metaphors, learning to hand feelings back without losing the empathy, and saying not now instead of yes when your capacity is low🌱 How to make peace with it: Caring doesn't have to mean carrying everything, and empathy with boundaries is still empathy.Thanks for listening           💛💜🩷🩵🧡💬 New episodes every Monday.🎧 Follow now to join the conversation.🧡 CONNECT WITH US 🎙️ Podcast socials: → Instagram: @toomuchapparently → TikTok: @toomuchapparently → YouTube: Too Much, Apparently → Website: www.toomuchapparently.com👩‍💻 Carly Radford: → Website: www.carlyradford.com → Instagram: @the_sensitivity_therapist👩🏻‍💻 Alice Tew: → Website: www.alicetew.com → Instagram: @reparentingwithalice📩 Email us: [email protected] 🗓️ New episodes every MondayThis is a podcast that says: bring your too-muchness… we’re here for it.Disclaimer: Just a quick note to say this podcast isn’t therapy, and it’s not a substitute for professional support. We’re here to share ideas and experiences, but if you’re struggling, please reach out to a mental health professional or a support service near you.

Ever felt like you’re too passionate to just play it cool?Yeah. Us too.In this episode of Too Much Apparently, we (Carly and Alice — two therapists and recovering perfectionists with squishy brains) get real about loving things deeply. The kind of enthusiasm that makes you dive headfirst into hobbies, interests, research, fandoms, or ideas… and then suddenly wonder if you should tone it down because everyone else seems a lot more chill.We talk about what it’s like to be the kind of people who don’t do things casually — who get excited, curious, invested, and sometimes a bit obsessive — and how that can feel embarrassing in a culture that values being cool, detached, and effortless.This time we talked about:🎙️ We’ve felt this thing too (and we still do): Hello hyperfixations, falling down research rabbit holes, and accidentally making a hobby your entire personality for three months.👀 What it looks like in real life: Getting wildly excited about things other people seem neutral about, feeling self-conscious about your enthusiasm, or trying to act less interested than you actually are.🧠 Why our brains do it: Curiosity, pattern-seeking minds, dopamine, and the nervous-system joy that comes from deep engagement and learning.🧍🏽‍♀️🧍🏻 The different ways it shows up: For some people it’s creative projects or learning new skills, for others it’s books, fandoms, research spirals, niche interests, or intense phases of curiosity.🧰 Coping mechanisms: Trying to play it cool, downplaying your excitement, pretending you’re less invested than you are, or saving your enthusiasm for “safe” people.🌱 How to make peace with it: Maybe the goal isn’t becoming less passionate — it’s finding spaces where enthusiasm is welcome instead of embarrassing.Thanks for listening          💛💜🩷🩵🧡💬 New episodes every Monday.🎧 Follow now to join the conversation.🧡 CONNECT WITH US 🎙️ Podcast socials: → Instagram: @toomuchapparently → TikTok: @toomuchapparently → YouTube: Too Much, Apparently → Website: www.toomuchapparently.com👩‍💻 Carly Radford: → Website: www.carlyradford.com → Instagram: @the_sensitivity_therapist👩🏻‍💻 Alice Tew: → Website: www.alicetew.com → Instagram: @reparentingwithalice📩 Email us: [email protected] 🗓️ New episodes every MondayThis is a podcast that says: bring your too-muchness… we’re here for it.Disclaimer: Just a quick note to say this podcast isn’t therapy, and it’s not a substitute for professional support. We’re here to share ideas and experiences, but if you’re struggling, please reach out to a mental health professional or a support service near you.—--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------sensitivity podcast, overthinking podcast, therapy podcast, belonging podcast, mental health podcast, deep chat podcast, neurodivergent podcast, autism podcast, adhd podcast, outsider syndrome, feeling different podcast, people pleasing podcast, authenticity podcast, friendship podcast, autistic joy, special interests, passions, hobbies, RSD, rejection sensitivity

Ever felt too scared to be seen - like longing for connection but the moment someone actually looks at you, you want to disappear?Yeah. Us too.In this episode of Too Much Apparently, we (Carly and Alice — two therapists and recovering perfectionists with squishy brains) get real about vulnerability, being perceived, and why letting people truly see you can feel more like a threat than a gift — even when you desperately want it.We unpack our own resistance, spiral in real-time, and share what it's like to want connection while also wanting the ground to swallow you whole.This time we talked about:🎙️ We've felt this thing too (and we still do): Hello rescheduling this episode because it felt too vulnerable to record, singing perfectly alone and freezing the moment someone watches, and sharing something honest then immediately wanting to delete it👀 What it looks like in real life: Avoiding eye contact, clamming up when eyes are on you, hiding from people after a moment of "too much," and post-socialising rumination that goes on way too long🧠 Why our brains do it: Relational trauma and rejection experiences that taught us being seen is dangerous, internalised shame from critical or dismissive environments, and a nervous system that learned to protect you — even when you don't want it to🧍🏽‍♀️🧍🏻 The different ways it shows up: Performance anxiety, hypervigilance to facial expressions and tone, grey-tinted glasses that find danger even when it isn't there, and quietly making your world smaller and smaller🧰 Coping mechanisms: The "I am only acceptable when..." exercise to uncover your hidden rules, setting non-argumentative internal limits with your inner critic, building your compassionate voice alongside the critical one, and finding the people and spaces where it actually feels safe to try🌱 How to make peace with it: Start with the lower-risk moments — one small, honest thing at a time — because being seen isn't something you leap into, it's something you practise slowly.Thanks for listening           💛💜🩷🩵🧡💬 New episodes every Monday.🎧 Follow now to join the conversation.🧡 CONNECT WITH US 🎙️ Podcast socials: → Instagram: @toomuchapparently → TikTok: @toomuchapparently → YouTube: Too Much, Apparently → Website: www.toomuchapparently.com👩‍💻 Carly Radford: → Website: www.carlyradford.com → Instagram: @the_sensitivity_therapist👩🏻‍💻 Alice Tew: → Website: www.alicetew.com → Instagram: @reparentingwithalice📩 Email us: [email protected] 🗓️ New episodes every MondayThis is a podcast that says: bring your too-muchness… we’re here for it.Disclaimer: Just a quick note to say this podcast isn’t therapy, and it’s not a substitute for professional support. We’re here to share ideas and experiences, but if you’re struggling, please reach out to a mental health professional or a support service near you.

Ever felt like you’re too curious, too questioning, or too imaginative to just follow the rules quietly?Yeah. Us too.In this episode of Too Much, Apparently, we (Carly and Alice — two therapists and lifelong why-askers) get real about what it’s like to move through rigid systems when your brain doesn’t think in straight lines.We unpack what happens when creativity, curiosity and non-linear thinking are labelled “difficult,” “rebellious,” or “too much” — and the psychological cost of trying to shrink yourself to fit inside institutions that reward conformity.This time we talked about:🎙️ We’ve felt this thing too (and we still do): being the one who questions everything, speaking up in meetings, and replaying it later wondering if we were “too intense”👀 What it looks like in real life: school systems that punish creativity, workplaces that promise innovation but reward obedience, and the quiet crushing feeling of powerlessness🧠 Why our brains do it: non-linear thinking, big-picture processing, pattern-spotting, and a deep intolerance for “because that’s just how it’s done”🧍🏽‍♀️🧍🏻 The different ways it shows up: rabbit holes, big ideas, feminist instincts, questioning religion, resisting hustle culture, and choosing self-employment🧰 Coping mechanisms: micro-acts of rebellion, setting your own rules where you can, protecting your energy, and finding pockets of hope🌱 How to make peace with it: maybe you’re not too much — maybe the lines were just too small Thanks for listening           💛💜🩷🩵🧡💬 New episodes every Monday.🎧 Follow now to join the conversation.🧡 CONNECT WITH US 🎙️ Podcast socials: → Instagram: @toomuchapparently → TikTok: @toomuchapparently → YouTube: Too Much, Apparently → Website: www.toomuchapparently.com👩‍💻 Carly Radford: → Website: www.carlyradford.com → Instagram: @the_sensitivity_therapist👩🏻‍💻 Alice Tew: → Website: www.alicetew.com → Instagram: @reparentingwithalice📩 Email us: [email protected] 🗓️ New episodes every MondayThis is a podcast that says: bring your too-muchness… we’re here for it.Disclaimer: Just a quick note to say this podcast isn’t therapy, and it’s not a substitute for professional support. We’re here to share ideas and experiences, but if you’re struggling, please reach out to a mental health professional or a support service near you.----------------------------------------------------------------------------creativity podcast, non linear thinking, thinking outside the box, school conformity, workplace burnout, feminist podcast, questioning authority, systemic oppression, sensitive minds podcast, overthinking podcast, therapy podcast

Ever felt like you’re too self-aware to just relax and enjoy your life? Yeah. Us too.In this episode of Too Much, Apparently, we (Carly and Alice — two therapists and recovering perfectionists with squishy brains) get real about overthinking, self-awareness, emotional insight and what happens when understanding yourself doesn’t automatically make you happier.We talk about the strange place where therapy language becomes your first language, where you can explain your patterns, name your triggers and analyse every reaction… but still feel stuck, disconnected or unable to switch your brain off. This is a conversation about overthinking, anxiety, self-analysis, perfectionism and the tension between insight and actually living.This time we talked about:🎙️ We’ve felt this thing too (and we still do): Being stuck in your head, analysing every feeling, knowing your patterns but repeating them anyway👀 What it looks like in real life: Second-guessing decisions, struggling to be present, narrating your own emotions instead of feeling them, relationship friction, feeling lonely when your awareness changes faster than your relationships🧠 Why our brains do it: Hypervigilance, trauma responses, perfectionism, therapist or high-insight brains, self-protection through analysis and the need to feel safe through understanding🧍🏽‍♀️🧍🏻 The different ways it shows up: Spectator mode versus participant mode, self-monitoring, analytical spirals, identity confusion and the pressure to “know better” once you have insight🧰 Coping mechanisms: Self-analysis, intellectualising emotions, trying to find the perfect explanation, over-reflecting instead of taking action, using awareness as control🌱 How to make peace with it: Self-awareness helps most when it’s paired with self-compassion and small moments of just being human.Thanks for listening           💛💜🩷🩵🧡💬 New episodes every Monday.🎧 Follow now to join the conversation.🧡 CONNECT WITH US 🎙️ Podcast socials: → Instagram: @toomuchapparently → TikTok: @toomuchapparently → YouTube: Too Much, Apparently → Website: www.toomuchapparently.com👩‍💻 Carly Radford: → Website: www.carlyradford.com → Instagram: @the_sensitivity_therapist👩🏻‍💻 Alice Tew: → Website: www.alicetew.com → Instagram: @reparentingwithalice📩 Email us: [email protected] 🗓️ New episodes every MondayThis is a podcast that says: bring your too-muchness… we’re here for it.Disclaimer: Just a quick note to say this podcast isn’t therapy, and it’s not a substitute for professional support. We’re here to share ideas and experiences, but if you’re struggling, please reach out to a mental health professional or a support service near you.

Ever been in a relationship that looks fine on the outside… but inside your brain is running a constant analysis? Yeah. Us too.In this episode of Too Much, Apparently, we (Carly and Alice — two therapists who love deeply and overthink thoroughly) explore relationship rumination — that experience of loving someone and still questioning whether it’s “right.”We talk about attachment, insecurity, perfectionism, love myths, and the uncomfortable truth that sometimes there isn’t a clear answer. We unpack the difference between intuition and anxiety, healthy reflection and spiralling doubt, and what it means to “live the question” instead of trying to solve it.This time we talked about:🎙️ We’ve felt this thing too (and we still do): replaying conversations, scanning for signs, and wondering what everything means👀 What it looks like in real life: questioning love, fearing you’ve chosen wrong, and struggling to relax even in a secure relationship🧠 Why our brains do it: attachment patterns, perfectionism, intolerance of uncertainty, and cultural myths about soulmates🧍🏽‍♀️🧍🏻 The different ways it shows up: all-or-nothing thinking, comparing, ROCD traits, and constant “what if?” loops🧰 Coping mechanisms: distinguishing anxiety from relational red flags, checking for real value mismatches, and learning to sit with not knowing🌱 How to make peace with it: security isn’t the absence of doubt — it’s building trust in yourself to handle whatever unfoldsThanks for listening 💛💜🩷🩵🧡💬 New episodes every Monday.🎧 Follow now to join the conversation.🧡 CONNECT WITH US🎙️ Podcast socials: \→ Instagram: @toomuchapparently → TikTok: @toomuchapparently → YouTube: Too Much, Apparently → Website: www.toomuchapparently.com👩‍💻 Carly Radford: → Website: www.carlyradford.com → Instagram: @the_sensitivity_therapist👩🏻‍💻 Alice Tew: → Website: www.alicetew.com → Instagram: @reparentingwithalice📩 Email us: [email protected] 🗓️ New episodes every MondayThis is a podcast that says: bring your too-muchness… we’re here for it.Disclaimer: Just a quick note to say this podcast isn’t therapy, and it’s not a substitute for professional support. We’re here to share ideas and experiences, but if you’re struggling, please reach out to a mental health professional or a support service near you.-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------relationship anxiety podcast, relationship rumination, ROCD traits, attachment styles podcast, love anxiety, perfectionism in relationships, fear of choosing wrong partner, overthinking relationships, sensitivity podcast, mental health podcast

Ever feel too busy to have fun? Too tired to rest? Too responsible to slow down?Yeah, us too.In this episode of Too Much Apparently, therapists Carly and Alice talk honestly about burnout, overworking, productivity guilt and why so many of us struggle to rest without feeling lazy, selfish or “behind”.We explore how anxiety, trauma, perfectionism and nervous system dysregulation keep us stuck in constant doing mode and why “just slow down” is rarely helpful advice.If you’re always overwhelmed, exhausted, cancelling plans, putting yourself last or feeling guilty for taking time off, this episode is for you.We unpack our own patterns, reflect in real time and share practical, compassionate insights into building a healthier relationship with rest, fun and balance.This time we talked about:🎙️ Feeling too busy to restOverworking, emotional exhaustion, cancelling plans, saving energy for work👀 How burnout shows upAlways being “on”, struggling to relax, choosing chores over joy, avoiding downtime🧠 Why we get stuck in productivity modeAnxiety, hypervigilance, childhood conditioning, hustle culture, fear of stillness🧍🏽‍♀️🧍🏻 Different burnout patternsQuiet vs loud fun, intellectual busyness, time blindness, people pleasing, control through doing🧰 Common coping strategiesStaying busy, overplanning, scrolling, “earning” rest, emotional avoidance🌱 Learning to rest without guiltYou don’t have to earn rest. Fun is not a luxury. Slowing down is part of healing.Thanks for listening           💛💜🩷🩵🧡💬 New episodes every Monday.🎧 Follow now to join the conversation.🧡 CONNECT WITH US 🎙️ Podcast socials: → Instagram: @toomuchapparently → TikTok: @toomuchapparently → YouTube: Too Much, Apparently → Website: www.toomuchapparently.com👩‍💻 Carly Radford: → Website: www.carlyradford.com → Instagram: @the_sensitivity_therapist👩🏻‍💻 Alice Tew: → Website: www.alicetew.com → Instagram: @reparentingwithalice📩 Email us: [email protected] 🗓️ New episodes every MondayThis is a podcast that says: bring your too-muchness… we’re here for it.Disclaimer: Just a quick note to say this podcast isn’t therapy, and it’s not a substitute for professional support. We’re here to share ideas and experiences, but if you’re struggling, please reach out to a mental health professional or a support service near you.

Ever been told you’re “too blunt” when you were just being honest? Yeah. Us too.In this episode of Too Much, Apparently, we (Carly and Alice — two therapists who value honesty deeply) talk about what it means to be too honest for your own good — when being direct, truthful, or blunt gets you labelled rude, difficult, or inappropriate.We explore the messy middle ground between honesty and kindness, intent and impact, and why some of us feel physically unable to sugar-coat things — especially when masking, trauma, neurodivergence, power dynamics, and gendered expectations are in the mix.This time we talked about:🎙️ We’ve felt this thing too (and we still do): being told “you could’ve worded that better,” saying the thing everyone’s thinking, and replaying conversations on loop afterwards👀 What it looks like in real life: workplace emails without “fluff,” family dynamics, friendship ruptures, and being chronically misunderstood🧠 Why our brains do it: values around truth-telling, autism and masking, trauma responses, power dynamics, and social conditioning🧍🏽‍♀️🧍🏻 The different ways it shows up: bluntness under stress, over-filtering, people-pleasing, or saying nothing at all🧰 Coping mechanisms: checking intent vs impact, compassion-led honesty, timing, and repairing when things land badly🌱 How to make peace with it: honesty without compassion is cruelty — but honesty with care can be a form of trustThanks for listening💛💜🩷🩵🧡💬 New episodes every Monday.🎧 Follow now to join the conversation.🧡 CONNECT WITH US🎙️ Podcast socials:→ Instagram + TikTok: @toomuchapparently→ YouTube: Too Much, Apparently→ Website: www.toomuchapparently.com👩‍💻 Carly Radford:→ Website: www.carlyradford.com→ Instagram: @the_sensitivity_therapist👩🏻‍💻 Alice Tew:→ Website: www.alicetew.com→ Instagram: @reparentingwithalice📩 Email us: [email protected]🗓️ New episodes every MondayThis is a podcast that says: bring your too-muchness… we’re here for it.Disclaimer: Just a quick note to say this podcast isn’t therapy, and it’s not a substitute for professional support. We’re here to share ideas and experiences, but if you’re struggling, please reach out to a mental health professional or a support service near you.--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------honesty podcast, blunt communication, being too honest, neurodivergent communication, autism podcast, masking podcast, people pleasing, sensitivity podcast, therapy podcast, trauma and communication, power dynamics, emotional honesty, Too Much Apparently podcast

Ever felt like you're too open to keep your mouth shut when you "should"? Yeah. Us too.In this episode of Too Much Apparently, we (Carly and Alice — two therapists and recovering perfectionists with squishy brains) get real about oversharing, trauma dumping, and why some of us can't help but say the thing everyone else is thinking but won't say out loud.We unpack our own resistance, spiral in real-time, and share what it's like to want genuine connection while also being terrified you've just ruined everything by being… yourself.This time we talked about:🎙️ We've felt this thing too (and we still do): The vulnerability hangover, replaying conversations for days, and that sinking "why did I say that?" feeling👀 What it looks like in real life: Sharing your divorce at book club, asking "too personal" questions, talking about periods/poo/bodies without shame, telling your dentist about that weird growth🧠 Why our brains do it: Growing up with critical or emotionally unavailable parents, desperate attempts to be understood, trauma responses disguised as "no filter," and the generational shame around being a woman with a body🧍🏽‍♀️🧍🏻 The different ways it shows up: The difference between sharing for connection vs. sharing for validation, oversharing vs. over-explaining, being "brutally honest" vs. being unkind, and how AuDHD can play a role🧰 Coping mechanisms: Withdrawing after being humiliated, only sharing with "safe" people, performing a version of yourself, or leaning into the "I just say what everyone's thinking" persona🌱 How to make peace with it: Focus on finding safe people to share with instead of shaming yourself for sharing at allThanks for listening💛💜🩷🩵🧡💬 New episodes every Monday.🎧 Follow now to join the conversation.🧡 CONNECT WITH US 🎙️ Podcast socials: → Instagram: @toomuchapparently → TikTok: @toomuchapparently → YouTube: Too Much, Apparently → Website: www.toomuchapparently.com👩‍💻 Carly Radford: → Website: www.carlyradford.com → Instagram: @the_sensitivity_therapist👩🏻‍💻 Alice Tew: → Website: www.alicetew.com → Instagram: @reparentingwithalice📩 Email us: [email protected] 🗓️ New episodes every MondayThis is a podcast that says: bring your too-muchness… we're here for it.Disclaimer: Just a quick note to say this podcast isn't therapy, and it's not a substitute for professional support. We're here to share ideas and experiences, but if you're struggling, please reach out to a mental health professional or a support service near you.Keywords: oversharing podcast, vulnerability hangover, trauma dumping explained, emotionally unavailable parents, critical parents podcast, no filter personality, sensitivity podcast, overthinking podcast, therapy podcast, belonging podcast, mental health podcast, deep chat podcast, neurodivergent podcast, autism podcast, adhd podcast, AuDHD podcast, outsider syndrome, feeling different podcast, people pleasing podcast, authenticity podcast, friendship podcast, emotional regulation podcast, reparenting podcast, childhood trauma podcast, attachment styles podcast, boundary issues, social anxiety podcast, HSP podcast, highly sensitive person, too honest, foot in mouth syndrome, relationship podcast, inner critic podcast, self-criticism, shame podcast, perfectionism podcast

Ever feel like your phone’s glued to your hand — even when you don’t want it to be? Yeah. Us too.In this episode of Too Much, Apparently, we (Carly and Alice — two therapists and recovering doom-scrollers) talk about what happens when our phones stop being tools and start feeling like extensions of our nervous systems.We unpack the hidden toll of being constantly connected — how endless scrolling, notifications, and comparison leave us overstimulated, distracted, and quietly drained. And we explore how to start using our devices with more intention, without guilt or shame.This time we talked about:🎙️ We’ve felt this thing too (and we still do): checking your phone before your brain’s even awake, guilt about screen time, and the shame of “shouldn’t I know better?”👀 What it looks like in real life: scrolling through five crises before breakfast, watching TV while doom-scrolling, and losing time to invisible noise.🧠 Why our brains do it: dopamine, design, distraction, and the myth that productivity equals worth.🧍🏽‍♀️🧍🏻 The different ways it shows up: compulsive checking, fear of missing out, overstimulation, and avoiding silence.🧰 Coping mechanisms: digital boundaries, intentional screen time, journalling, curiosity, and compassion for your scrolling self.🌱 How to make peace with it: it’s not about quitting your phone — it’s about coming home to yourself, even online. Thanks for listening           💛💜🩷🩵🧡💬 New episodes every Monday.🎧 Follow now to join the conversation.🧡 CONNECT WITH US 🎙️ Podcast socials: → Instagram: @toomuchapparently → TikTok: @toomuchapparently → YouTube: Too Much, Apparently → Website: www.toomuchapparently.com👩‍💻 Carly Radford: → Website: www.carlyradford.com → Instagram: @the_sensitivity_therapist👩🏻‍💻 Alice Tew: → Website: www.alicetew.com → Instagram: @reparentingwithalice📩 Email us: [email protected] 🗓️ New episodes every MondayThis is a podcast that says: bring your too-muchness… we’re here for it.Disclaimer: Just a quick note to say this podcast isn’t therapy, and it’s not a substitute for professional support. We’re here to share ideas and experiences, but if you’re struggling, please reach out to a mental health professional or a support service near you.--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------phone addiction podcast, digital burnout podcast, doomscrolling podcast, overstimulation podcast, sensitivity podcast, therapy podcast, social media overwhelm, online addiction podcast, attention fatigue podcast, mental health podcast, Too Much Apparently podcast

Ever felt like you’re too young to already be this old?Like you should be further along, more settled, more adult… even though you know life hasn’t been simple or straightforward?Yeah. Us too.In this episode of Too Much, Apparently, we (Carly and Alice — two therapists with very different life paths) talk about feeling out of sync with the so-called “normal” timeline. Turning 40. Not feeling your age. Feeling both childlike and prematurely grown-up. And the quiet heaviness that comes from comparing your life to what you thought it was meant to look like.We explore how early responsibility, trauma, class, neurodivergence and changing cultural milestones shape how old we feel inside — and why so many people feel “behind” even when they’re doing their best.This time we talked about:🎙️ We’ve felt this too (and we still do): feeling behind in life, age anxiety, not feeling your age, the emotional weight of turning 40👀 What it looks like in real life: comparing yourself to peers, scrolling Facebook and spiralling, reacting strongly to milestones like marriage, children and home ownership, feeling young and old at the same time🧠 Why this feeling exists: early adulthood responsibility, delayed or disrupted development, trauma, emotional regulation as generational wealth, executive functioning differences and the myth of a “level playing field”🧍🏽‍♀️🧍🏻 The different ways it shows up: becoming hyper-aware of what you’ve achieved, discounting what you’ve survived, feeling out of step whether you became a parent early or not at all🧰 Patterns we notice: comparison spirals, minimising your own achievements, measuring your life against outdated or inherited expectations🌱 How to make peace with it: recognising that being on a different timeline doesn’t mean you’re behind — it means your life unfolded differentlyThanks for listening💛💜🩷🩵🧡💬 New episodes every Monday.🎧 Follow now to join the conversation.🧡 CONNECT WITH US🎙️ Podcast socials:→ Instagram: @toomuchapparently→ TikTok: @toomuchapparently→ YouTube: Too Much, Apparently→ Website: www.toomuchapparently.com👩‍💻 Carly Radford:→ Website: www.carlyradford.com→ Instagram: @the_sensitivity_therapist👩🏻‍💻 Alice Tew:→ Website: www.alicetew.com→ Instagram: @reparentingwithalice📩 Email us: [email protected]🗓️ New episodes every MondayThis is a podcast that says: bring your too-muchness… we’re here for it.Disclaimer: Just a quick note to say this podcast isn’t therapy, and it’s not a substitute for professional support. We’re here to share ideas and experiences, but if you’re struggling, please reach out to a mental health professional or a support service near you.—--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------sensitivity podcast, overthinking podcast, therapy podcast, belonging podcast, mental health podcast, deep chat podcast, neurodivergent podcast, autism podcast, adhd podcast, outsider syndrome, feeling different podcast, people pleasing podcast, authenticity podcast, friendship podcast

Ever hit January feeling like you should be setting goals… but you’d rather hibernate? Yeah. Us too.In this episode of Too Much, Apparently, we (Carly and Alice — two therapists and recovering perfectionists with squishy brains) talk about what happens when New Year, new me culture collides with exhaustion, perfectionism, and the pressure to always be improving.We explore why so many of us begin the year already running on empty — and how to approach change gently, without the shame, guilt, or burnout spiral that comes with “failing” your resolutions.This time we talked about: 🎙️ We’ve felt this thing too (and we still do): guilt about not setting goals, the urge to buy four planners, and wondering why everyone else seems motivated when you’re just tired. 👀 What it looks like in real life: forcing positivity, overcommitting, chasing transformation when you actually need rest. 🧠 Why our brains do it: the “fresh start” effect, perfectionism, capitalism, and the illusion of control that planning gives us. 🧍🏽‍♀️🧍🏻The different ways it shows up: rigid goal-setting, self-shaming, comparing, and turning on yourself instead of staying with yourself. 🧰 Coping mechanisms: gentler intentions, flexible goals, curiosity, and permission to pause. 🌱 How to make peace with it: maybe you don’t need to become a new you — just stay with yourself as you already are.Thanks for listening. 💛💜🩷🩵🧡💬 New episodes every Monday. 🎧 Follow now to join the conversation.🧡 CONNECT WITH US 🎙️ Podcast socials: → Instagram + TikTok: @toomuchapparently → YouTube: Too Much, Apparently → Website: www.toomuchapparently.com👩‍💻 Carly Radford:→ Website: www.carlyradford.com → Instagram: @the_sensitivity_therapist👩🏻‍💻 Alice Tew: → Website: www.alicetew.com → Instagram: @reparentingwithalice📩 Email us: [email protected] 🗓️ New episodes every MondayThis is a podcast that says: bring your too-muchness… we’re here for it.Disclaimer: This podcast isn’t therapy, and it’s not a substitute for professional support. If you’re struggling, please reach out to a mental health professional or support service near you.--------------------------------- new year burnout podcast, perfectionism podcast, sensitivity podcast, overthinking podcast, therapy podcast, goal setting podcast, rest podcast, mental health podcast, neurodivergent podcast, burnout recovery podcast, self compassion podcast, Too Much Apparently podcast, healing podcast, slow living podcast

Ever felt like you’re too much, too sensitive or too difficult to just enjoy Christmas?Yeah. Us too.In this episode of Too Much, Apparently, we (Carly and Alice — two therapists and recovering perfectionists with squishy brains) get real about why Christmas can feel unbearable when family trauma, old dynamics and unspoken roles come back online.We talk honestly about what happens when you’ve grown, done the work, built a life that fits you… and then go home and suddenly feel small, reactive or like you’ve undone years of healing. Not because you’re failing, but because your nervous system remembers.We unpack how family systems, emotionally immature parenting and trauma get amplified at Christmas, and why “just enjoy it” is one of the least helpful things anyone can say.This time we talked about:🎙️ We’ve felt this too (and we still do):Dreading going home, feeling guilty for wanting space, bracing yourself emotionally before seeing family👀 What it looks like in real life:Regressing around parents, slipping back into old roles, being labelled the problem, performing calm or cheerfulness to keep the peace🧠 Why our brains do it:Family trauma, emotional flashbacks, nervous system activation, loyalty binds and growing up with emotionally immature parents🧍🏽‍♀️🧍🏻 The different ways it shows up:People pleasing, shutting down, snapping, overthinking every interaction, feeling like a child in an adult body🧰 Coping mechanisms:Emotional masking, over-functioning, numbing out, avoiding conflict, telling yourself you “should be fine”🌱 How to make peace with it:Understanding that struggling at Christmas doesn’t mean you’ve failed at healing — it means you’re human in a relational system that still affects youThanks for listening 💛💜🩷🩵🧡💬 New episodes every Monday.🎧 Follow now to join the conversation.🧡 CONNECT WITH US 🎙️ Podcast socials: → Instagram: @toomuchapparently → TikTok: @toomuchapparently → YouTube: Too Much, Apparently → Website: www.toomuchapparently.com👩‍💻 Carly Radford: → Website: www.carlyradford.com → Instagram: @the_sensitivity_therapist👩🏻‍💻 Alice Tew: → Website: www.alicetew.com → Instagram: @reparentingwithalice📩 Email us: [email protected] 🗓️ New episodes every MondayThis is a podcast that says: bring your too-muchness… we’re here for it.Disclaimer: Just a quick note to say this podcast isn’t therapy, and it’s not a substitute for professional support. We’re here to share ideas and experiences, but if you’re struggling, please reach out to a mental health professional or a support service near you.—--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------sensitivity podcast, overthinking podcast, therapy podcast, belonging podcast, mental health podcast, deep chat podcast, neurodivergent podcast, autism podcast, adhd podcast, outsider syndrome, feeling different podcast, people pleasing podcast, authenticity podcast, friendship podcast

Ever caught yourself wondering what the point of life is — while unloading the dishwasher? Yeah. Us too.In this episode of Too Much, Apparently, we (Carly and Alice — two therapists, overthinkers, and recovering existential spirallers) explore what it’s like to live with a brain that won’t stop zooming out to ask, what’s the point?We talk about curiosity, meaning, mortality, free will, and the chaos of trying to do the laundry when your mind is contemplating the universe. It’s part philosophy chat, part therapy session, and part gentle reminder that maybe we don’t need all the answers to live meaningfully.This time we talked about: 🎙️ We’ve felt this thing too (and we still do): having existential crises mid-dishwasher unload, questioning reality mid-email, and overthinking the meaning of everything (including birds). 👀 What it looks like in real life: living as an observer instead of a participant, zooming out until life feels absurd, and longing for connection in a world that seems chaotic. 🧠 Why our brains do it: curiosity, sensitivity, metacognition (thinking about thinking), and that human awareness of our own mortality. 🧍🏽‍♀️🧍🏻 The different ways it shows up: philosophical spirals, nihilism, late-night dread, or searching for purpose in sunsets, science, or spirituality. 🧰 Coping mechanisms: therapy, humour, humanism, small joys, and accepting that maybe the point is to live anyway. 🌱 How to make peace with it: we might never find one big meaning — but we can still find the little ones.Thanks for listening 💛💜🩷🩵🧡💬 New episodes every Monday. 🎧 Follow now to join the conversation.🧡 CONNECT WITH US 🎙️ Podcast socials: → Instagram + TikTok: @toomuchapparently → YouTube: Too Much, Apparently → Website: www.toomuchapparently.com👩‍💻 Carly Radford: → Website: www.carlyradford.com → Instagram: @the_sensitivity_therapist👩🏻‍💻 Alice Tew: → Website: www.alicetew.com → Instagram: @reparentingwithalice📩 Email us: [email protected]🗓️ New episodes every MondayThis is a podcast that says: bring your too-muchness… we’re here for it.Disclaimer: This podcast isn’t therapy, and it’s not a substitute for professional support. If you’re struggling, please reach out to a mental health professional or support service near you.existential podcast, philosophy podcast, sensitivity podcast, overthinking podcast, deep thinkers podcast, meaning of life podcast, neurodivergent podcast, therapy podcast, mental health podcast, humanism podcast, existential dread, anxiety podcast, curiosity podcast, Too Much Apparently podcast

Ever felt like you’re too overwhelmed, too overstimulated or too burnt out to enjoy something that’s meant to be magical?Yeah. Us too.In this episode of Too Much Apparently, we (Carly and Alice — two therapists and recovering perfectionists with squishy brains) get real about sensory overload, festive pressure, and why so many sensitive or neurodivergent humans quietly fall apart during December.We unpack our own resistance, spiral in real-time about supermarkets and Christmas markets, and share what it’s like to want a cosy, joyful season while also being desperate for silence, space, and absolutely no more flashing lights.This time we talked about:🎙️ We’ve felt this thing too (and we still do):Hello crowds, blaring music, intense smells, frantic shoppers, and the pressure to be “festive enough”.👀 What it looks like in real life:Christmas markets that feel like chaos, supermarket sprints, gift-giving panic, sensory hangovers, food stress, social fatigue.🧠 Why our brains do it:Neurodivergent sensory processing, nervous system overwhelm, masking, emotional labour, pressure to perform festive joy, December burnout.🧍🏽‍♀️🧍🏻 The different ways it shows up:Snappiness, headaches, shutdowns, avoidance, irritability, overstimulation, guilt, and the urge to hibernate until January.🧰 Coping mechanisms:Online shopping, sensory breaks, simplifying traditions, boundaries with events, regulating routines, choosing comfort over expectations.🌱 How to make peace with it:Honouring your nervous system is more important than performing festive cheer.Thanks for listening💛💜🩷🩵🧡💬 New episodes every Monday.🎧 Follow now to join the conversation.🧡 CONNECT WITH US 🎙️ Podcast socials: → Instagram: @toomuchapparently → TikTok: @toomuchapparently → YouTube: Too Much, Apparently → Website: www.toomuchapparently.com👩‍💻 Carly Radford: → Website: www.carlyradford.com → Instagram: @the_sensitivity_therapist👩🏻‍💻 Alice Tew: → Website: www.alicetew.com → Instagram: @reparentingwithalice📩 Email us: [email protected] 🗓️ New episodes every MondayThis is a podcast that says: bring your too-muchness… we’re here for it.Disclaimer: Just a quick note to say this podcast isn’t therapy, and it’s not a substitute for professional support. We’re here to share ideas and experiences, but if you’re struggling, please reach out to a mental health professional or a support service near you.—--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------sensitivity podcast, overthinking podcast, therapy podcast, belonging podcast, mental health podcast, deep chat podcast, neurodivergent podcast, autism podcast, adhd podcast, christmas podcast, feeling different podcast, people pleasing podcast, authenticity podcast, friendship podcast

Ever felt like you’re too smart to be struggling? Yeah. Us too.In this episode of Too Much, Apparently, we (Carly and Alice — two therapists and recovering perfectionists with squishy brains) unpack why intellect doesn’t protect you from emotional pain, and why being “high functioning” often means hiding distress really well.We explore the tension between looking capable on the outside and quietly falling apart on the inside — and the shame that creeps in when your life looks fine but feels impossible.This time we talked about: 🎙️ We’ve felt this thing too (and we still do): being praised for coping, hiding exhaustion behind achievement, and feeling like a fraud for struggling. 👀 What it looks like in real life: clean houses on Instagram, messy kitchens offline, and high achievers who secretly can’t cope. 🧠 Why our brains do it: perfectionism, masking, trauma, rejection sensitivity, and social conditioning that equates success with worth. 🧍🏽‍♀️🧍🏻 The different ways it shows up: overworking, comparing, self-criticism, and chasing the next “fix” of validation. 🧰 Coping mechanisms: therapy, slowing down, compassion, redefining success, and learning to accept being ordinary. 🌱 How to make peace with it: you’re not broken for struggling — you’re human.Thanks for listening           💛💜🩷🩵🧡💬 New episodes every Monday.🎧 Follow now to join the conversation.🧡 CONNECT WITH US 🎙️ Podcast socials: → Instagram: @toomuchapparently → TikTok: @toomuchapparently → YouTube: Too Much, Apparently → Website: www.toomuchapparently.com👩‍💻 Carly Radford: → Website: www.carlyradford.com → Instagram: @the_sensitivity_therapist👩🏻‍💻 Alice Tew: → Website: www.alicetew.com → Instagram: @reparentingwithalice📩 Email us: [email protected] 🗓️ New episodes every MondayThis is a podcast that says: bring your too-muchness… we’re here for it.Disclaimer: Just a quick note to say this podcast isn’t therapy, and it’s not a substitute for professional support. We’re here to share ideas and experiences, but if you’re struggling, please reach out to a mental health professional or a support service near you.--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------too smart to be struggling, high functioning anxiety, sensitivity podcast, perfectionism podcast, therapy podcast, neurodivergent podcast, mental health podcast, emotional burnout, high achiever shame, overthinking podcast, imposter syndrome, gifted burnout, ADHD podcast, autism podcast, self-worth podcast, deep chat podcast

Ever worried that being "too different" means people won't trust you to do your job? Yeah. Us too.In this episode of Too Much Apparently, we (Carly and Alice — two therapists and recovering perfectionists with squishy brains) get real about being autistic therapists in a field that still believes we lack empathy.We unpack harmful stereotypes, challenge the "blank slate" therapist ideal, and share what it's like to be the therapist who asks "what does that face mean?" — and why that might actually make us better at this job.This time we talked about:🎙️ We've felt this thing too (and we still do): The worry about outing ourselves professionally, wondering if being autistic makes us "less than," and that moment of realizing "wait, autistic people can't be therapists… but I'm a therapist?"👀 What it looks like in real life: Not assuming what facial expressions mean, asking clients to explain their metaphors, being deeply focused on people and relationships as a special interest, and bringing blankets and fidgets to sessions🧠 Why our brains do it: Pattern recognition, hyper-focus on human behavior, heightened sensitivity to others' emotions, vivid imagination for metaphors, and a lifetime of studying social dynamics to understand a world that felt confusing🧍🏽‍♀️🧍🏻 The different ways it shows up: The "Cassandra complex" of seeing patterns others miss, depth over small talk, asking clarifying questions instead of assuming understanding, and embodied knowledge of what it feels like to be misunderstood🧰 Coping mechanisms: Shaping your practice around your needs (hello flexibility), modeling self-care and boundaries, using self-disclosure appropriately, and creating therapy spaces where masking isn't required🌱 How to make peace with it: Recognizing that your difference isn't a deficit — it's often exactly what your clients have been waiting forThanks for listening 💛💜🩷🩵🧡💬 New episodes every Monday.🎧 Follow now to join the conversation.🧡 CONNECT WITH US🧡 CONNECT WITH US 🎙️ Podcast socials: → Instagram: @toomuchapparently → TikTok: @toomuchapparently → YouTube: Too Much, Apparently → Website: www.toomuchapparently.com👩‍💻 Carly Radford: → Website: www.carlyradford.com → Instagram: @the_sensitivity_therapist👩🏻‍💻 Alice Tew: → Website: www.alicetew.com → Instagram: @reparentingwithalice📩 Email us: [email protected] 🗓️ New episodes every MondayThis is a podcast that says: bring your too-muchness… we're here for it.Disclaimer: Just a quick note to say this podcast isn't therapy, and it's not a substitute for professional support. We're here to share ideas and experiences, but if you're struggling, please reach out to a mental health professional or a support service near you.—--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------sensitivity podcast, overthinking podcast, therapy podcast, belonging podcast, mental health podcast, deep chat podcast, neurodivergent podcast, autism podcast, adhd podcast, autistic therapist podcast, neurodivergent therapist, empathy myth autism, double empathy problem, late diagnosis autism, masking autism, autistic women podcast, therapy for autistic people, finding autistic therapist, autism and empathy, outsider syndrome, feeling different podcast, people pleasing podcast, authenticity podcast, therapy training neurodivergence, pattern recognition autism

Ever wondered if it’s too late to finally understand yourself?Yeah. Us too.In this episode of Too Much, Apparently, we (Carly and Alice — two therapists, friends, and neurodivergent deep thinkers) talk about the emotional rollercoaster that follows a late autism or ADHD discovery — from the ohhh, that explains everything moment to the doubt, imposter syndrome, and slow acceptance that follow.We unpack the mix of relief, grief, and validation that can arise when you start seeing yourself through a new lens — and how to navigate the noise around “overdiagnosis,” self-realisation, and belonging in a medicalised world that often misses the nuance.This time we talked about:🎙️ We’ve felt this too (and still do): The mix of relief, confusion, and grief after a late diagnosis or self-realisation.👀 What it looks like in real life: The back-and-forth between “it makes sense” and “am I just making it up?”🧠 Why our brains do it: Imposter syndrome, internalised stigma, and how the medical model shapes our stories.🧍🏽‍♀️🧍🏻 The different ways it shows up: Self-diagnosis vs formal diagnosis, late discovery through your children, and navigating others’ scepticism.🧰 Coping mechanisms: Self-compassion, research rabbit holes, trusted support, and permission to explore.🌱 How to make peace with it: You haven’t wasted time — you’ve survived without a translation. Now you’re finally learning your language.Resources - Formal diagnosis vs self realisation study https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC12024047/pdf/behavsci-15-00420.pdfThanks for listening           💛💜🩷🩵🧡💬 New episodes every Monday.🎧 Follow now to join the conversation.🧡 CONNECT WITH US 🎙️ Podcast socials: → Instagram: @toomuchapparently → TikTok: @toomuchapparently → YouTube: Too Much, Apparently → Website: www.toomuchapparently.com👩‍💻 Carly Radford: → Website: www.carlyradford.com → Instagram: @the_sensitivity_therapist👩🏻‍💻 Alice Tew: → Website: www.alicetew.com → Instagram: @reparentingwithalice📩 Email us: [email protected] 🗓️ New episodes every MondayThis is a podcast that says: bring your too-muchness… we’re here for it.Disclaimer: Just a quick note to say this podcast isn’t therapy, and it’s not a substitute for professional support. We’re here to share ideas and experiences, but if you’re struggling, please reach out to a mental health professional or a support service near you.--------------------------------------------------------------------sensitivity podcast, overthinking podcast, therapy podcast, belonging podcast, mental health podcast, deep chat podcast, neurodivergent podcast, autism podcast, adhd podcast, outsider syndrome, feeling different podcast, people pleasing podcast, authenticity podcast, friendship podcast

Ever felt like you're too tired to function when the clocks change? Yeah. Us too.In this episode of Too Much, Apparently, we (Carly and Alice - two therapists and recovering perfectionists with squishy brains) get real about what happens when autumn hits, the dark nights arrive, and your entire personality becomes about blankets, hot drinks, and avoiding the outside world.We unpack why fighting the seasons makes us miserable, celebrate the art of cosy hibernation, and give ourselves permission to slow down when the world expects us to maintain summer-level productivity.This time we talked about:🎙️ We've felt this thing too (and we still do): The pull to hibernate, mourning summer's end, and feeling "wrong" for needing more rest when it gets dark👀 What it looks like in real life: Putting pajamas on at 5pm, losing all motivation after sunset, craving mashed potato and casseroles, and driving to friends' houses in your dressing gown🧠 Why our brains do it: Seasonal energy shifts, our bodies being naturally connected to light cycles, the winter solstice and returning light, and how modern life ignores natural rhythms🧍🏽‍♀️🧍🏻 The different ways it shows up: Some people barely notice seasonal changes while highly sensitive and neurodivergent people feel them intensely — from mood shifts to craving different foods to needing radically different social rhythms🧰 Coping mechanisms: Survival plans, hygge practices, hibernation kits, crafting, fairy lights, tracking sunrise/sunset times, embracing pagan solstice rituals, and adjusting work schedules for winter🌱 How to make peace with it: Stop trying to maintain summer productivity in winter, honor your body's natural need to slow down, find joy in seasonal rituals, and give yourself permission to hibernateThanks for listening 💛💜🩷🩵🧡💬 New episodes every Monday.🎧 Follow now to join the conversation.🧡 CONNECT WITH US🎙️ Podcast socials:→ Instagram: @toomuchapparently → TikTok: @toomuchapparently → YouTube: Too Much, Apparently → Website: www.toomuchapparently.com👩‍💻 Carly Radford:→ Website: www.carlyradford.com→ Instagram: @the_sensitivity_therapist👩🏻‍💻 Alice Tew:→ Website: www.alicetew.com→ Instagram: @reparentingwithalice📩 Email us: [email protected]🗓️ New episodes every MondayThis is a podcast that says: bring your too-muchness… we're here for it.Disclaimer: Just a quick note to say this podcast isn't therapy, and it's not a substitute for professional support. We're here to share ideas and experiences, but if you're struggling, please reach out to a mental health professional or a support service near you.----------seasonal depression podcast, winter hibernation, hygge lifestyle, highly sensitive person, HSP podcast, seasonal affective disorder, autumn self-care, winter wellness, cozy season, seasonal rhythms, winter solstice, sensitive podcast, overthinking podcast, perfectionism podcast, therapy podcast, anxiety podcast, emotional podcast, mental health podcast, deep chat podcast, neurodivergent podcast, autism podcast, adhd podcast, audhd podcast, seasonal energy, dark nights self-care, winter productivity, embracing rest, Too Much Apparently podcast

Ever felt like you’re too quiet, too homey, or too introverted to be considered fun? Yeah. Us too.In this episode of Too Much, Apparently, we (Carly and Alice — two therapists and recovering perfectionists with squishy brains) talk about the fear of being “boring,” why it hooks so deeply for sensitive and neurodivergent people, and how we can start reclaiming “boring” as peaceful, fulfilling, and ours.We explore how Western culture glorifies loud, extroverted fun — and how those of us who prefer candles, crafts, and cozy nights in often end up questioning whether we’re missing something. Spoiler: we’re not.This time we talked about:🎙️ We’ve felt this thing too (and we still do): being told to “lighten up,” saying no to nights out, and wondering if we’re the “boring friend.”👀 What it looks like in real life: comparing our quiet joy to others’ chaos, second-guessing how we’re perceived, and masking excitement in calmer forms.🧠 Why our brains do it: social conditioning, rejection sensitivity, extrovert bias, and the survival drive to belong.🧍🏽‍♀️🧍🏻 The different ways it shows up: people-pleasing, pretending to enjoy things, or withdrawing altogether.🧰 Coping mechanisms: self-acceptance, curiosity, redefining fun, and surrounding ourselves with people who “get it.”🌱 How to make peace with it: what’s fun to you is valid — joy doesn’t need to be loud to be real.Thanks for listening    💛💜🩷🩵🧡💬 New episodes every Monday.🎧 Follow now to join the conversation.🧡 CONNECT WITH US 🎙️ Podcast socials: → Instagram: @toomuchapparently → TikTok: @toomuchapparently → YouTube: Too Much, Apparently → Website: www.toomuchapparently.com👩‍💻 Carly Radford: → Website: www.carlyradford.com → Instagram: @the_sensitivity_therapist👩🏻‍💻 Alice Tew: → Website: www.alicetew.com → Instagram: @reparentingwithalice📩 Email us: [email protected] 🗓️ New episodes every MondayThis is a podcast that says: bring your too-muchness… we’re here for it.Disclaimer: Just a quick note to say this podcast isn’t therapy, and it’s not a substitute for professional support. We’re here to share ideas and experiences, but if you’re struggling, please reach out to a mental health professional or a support service near you.--------------------------------------------------------------------sensitivity podcast, introvert podcast, overthinking podcast, perfectionism podcast, therapy podcast, mental health podcast, neurodivergent podcast, ADHD podcast, autism podcast, belonging podcast, authenticity podcast, quiet living podcast, slow life podcast, boredom anxiety, self-acceptance podcast

Ever felt like you’re too sensitive to handle the news without spiralling?Yeah. Us too.In this episode of Too Much Apparently, we (Carly and Alice — two therapists and recovering perfectionists with squishy brains) get real about news anxiety, empathy fatigue, and the emotional cost of caring deeply in a world that never stops hurting.We unpack what it’s like to feel everything — from helplessness to guilt to full-body compassion — and how to stay informed without losing hope, burning out, or switching off completely.This time we talked about:🎙️ We’ve felt this thing too (and we still do): Hello doomscrolling, overidentifying, and crying over the headlines👀 What it looks like in real life: Avoiding the news, then bingeing it at 2am “to stay informed”🧠 Why our brains do it: Empathy overload, hypervigilance, and the myth that caring means suffering🧍🏽‍♀️🧍🏻 The different ways it shows up: Emotional exhaustion, guilt for switching off, or numbing out with distraction🧰 Coping mechanisms: Grounding, boundaries, media breaks, and compassion with limits🌱 How to make peace with it: You’re not broken for feeling too much — you’re just living in a world that asks too little of feeling.Resources mentioned:6 Ways to Support Your Mental HealthSocial Change Ecosystem MapThanks for listening 💛💜🩷🩵🧡💬 New episodes every Monday.🎧 Follow now to join the conversation.🧡 CONNECT WITH US🎙️ Podcast socials:→ Instagram: @toomuchapparently→ TikTok: @toomuchapparently→ YouTube: Too Much, Apparently→ Website: www.toomuchapparently.com👩‍💻 Carly Radford:→ Website: www.carlyradford.com→ Instagram: @the_sensitivity_therapist👩🏻‍💻 Alice Tew:→ Website: www.alicetew.com→ Instagram: @reparentingwithalice📩 Email us: [email protected]🗓️ New episodes every MondayThis is a podcast that says: bring your too-muchness… we’re here for it.Disclaimer: Just a quick note to say this podcast isn’t therapy, and it’s not a substitute for professional support. We’re here to share ideas and experiences, but if you’re struggling, please reach out to a mental health professional or a support service near you.—------------------------------------------------------------------sensitivity podcast, overthinking podcast, empathy burnout podcast, news anxiety podcast, therapy podcast, anxiety podcast, emotional health podcast, mental health podcast, deep chat podcast, neurodivergent podcast, autism podcast, adhd podcast, audhd podcast, Too Much Apparently podcast

Ever felt like you’re too different to belong? Yeah. Us too.In this episode of Too Much, Apparently, we (Carly and Alice — two therapists and recovering perfectionists with squishy brains) get real about the ache of feeling like you don’t quite fit — even in the places you should belong.We talk about how sensitive and neurodivergent people often feel “out of sync” in friendships, families, and workplaces — and why belonging can feel both deeply needed and deeply unsafe.We unpack childhood experiences, family patterns, and the ways we learn to perform for acceptance. Together, we explore how to build connection that doesn’t require self-abandonment.This time we talked about:🎙️ We’ve felt this thing too (and we still do): pretending to fit in, feeling like the odd one out, and masking for safety👀 What it looks like in real life: shallow friendships, family roles, and being the one who feels “too much” or “not enough”🧠 Why our brains do it: attachment patterns, rejection sensitivity, and the nervous system’s drive to belong🧍🏽‍♀️🧍🏻 The different ways it shows up: perfectionism, over-adaptation, withdrawal, and hiding our real selves🧰 Coping mechanisms: therapy, safe friendships, online spaces, and self-compassion🌱 How to make peace with it: belonging isn’t about fitting in — it’s about being fully seen and accepted Thanks for listening          💛💜🩷🩵🧡💬 New episodes every Monday.🎧 Follow now to join the conversation.🧡 CONNECT WITH US 🎙️ Podcast socials: → Instagram: @toomuchapparently → TikTok: @toomuchapparently → YouTube: Too Much, Apparently → Website: www.toomuchapparently.com👩‍💻 Carly Radford: → Website: www.carlyradford.com → Instagram: @the_sensitivity_therapist👩🏻‍💻 Alice Tew: → Website: www.alicetew.com → Instagram: @reparentingwithalice📩 Email us: [email protected] 🗓️ New episodes every MondayThis is a podcast that says: bring your too-muchness… we’re here for it.Disclaimer: Just a quick note to say this podcast isn’t therapy, and it’s not a substitute for professional support. We’re here to share ideas and experiences, but if you’re struggling, please reach out to a mental health professional or a support service near you.—--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------sensitivity podcast, overthinking podcast, therapy podcast, belonging podcast, mental health podcast, deep chat podcast, neurodivergent podcast, autism podcast, adhd podcast, outsider syndrome, feeling different podcast, people pleasing podcast, authenticity podcast, friendship podcast

Ever felt like you’re too angry to be nice — or too scared of anger to let it show at all?Yeah. Us too.In this episode of Too Much, Apparently, we (Carly and Alice — two therapists and recovering perfectionists with squishy brains) get honest about our complicated relationships with anger. The kind that’s been labelled “too much”, “too dramatic”, or “not very nice” — especially if you grew up being praised for being the good girl.We talk about what it’s like to finally admit that sometimes you’re not fine, you’re furious — and how learning to make space for anger can actually make you softer, safer, and more self-respecting.This time we talked about:🎙️ We’ve felt this thing too (and we still do): the fear of being seen as “too much”, the shame of expressing anger, and the exhaustion of always trying to be kind.👀 What it looks like in real life: swallowing your feelings, replaying arguments in your head, or exploding after one small thing tips you over the edge.🧠 Why our brains do it: childhood conditioning, trauma, people-pleasing, and the belief that being angry makes us bad.🧍🏽‍♀️🧍🏻 The different ways it shows up: quiet resentment, moral outrage, bottled-up rage, or the physical heat of anger trapped in your chest.🧰 Coping mechanisms: noticing the first flickers before the explosion, journalling, movement, validation, and letting anger be a guide — not a flaw.🌱 How to make peace with it: anger isn’t the enemy; it’s a signal. It tells you what matters and where your boundaries live.Thanks for listening💛💜🩷🩵🧡💬 New episodes every Monday.🎧 Follow now to join the conversation.🧡 CONNECT WITH US🎙️ Podcast socials:→ Instagram: @toomuchapparently→ TikTok: @toomuchapparently→ YouTube: Too Much, Apparently→ Website: www.toomuchapparently.com👩‍💻 Carly Radford:→ Website: www.carlyradford.com→ Instagram: @the_sensitivity_therapist👩🏻‍💻 Alice Tew:→ Website: www.alicetew.com→ Instagram: @reparentingwithalice📩 Email us: [email protected]🗓️ New episodes every MondayThis is a podcast that says: bring your too-muchness… we’re here for it.Disclaimer: This podcast isn’t therapy and isn’t a substitute for professional support. We share ideas and experiences, but if you’re struggling, please reach out to a mental health professional or a support service near you.—--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Keywords: sensitivity podcast, overthinking podcast, perfectionism podcast, therapy podcast, anxiety podcast, emotional podcast, mental health podcast, deep chat podcast, neurodivergent podcast, autism podcast, adhd podcast, audhd podcast, Too Much Apparently podcast

Ever felt like you’re too messy, too much, or too needy to admit you’re struggling? Yeah. Us too.In this episode of Too Much, Apparently, we (Carly and Alice — two therapists and recovering perfectionists with squishy brains) get real about why we’ve become so good at pretending to be fine, what it costs us, and how hard it can be to drop the “I’m okay” mask.We unpack our own resistance, spiral in real-time, and explore what it’s like to hide behind “I’m fine” when the truth feels too risky, too heavy, or too much for others.This time we talked about:🎙️ We’ve felt this thing too (and we still do): smiling through chaos, being called “so strong,” masking pain with busyness 👀 What it looks like in real life: saying “not too bad” while exhausted, minimising chronic illness, being the eldest daughter / strong friend 🧠 Why our brains do it: cultural conditioning (keep calm & carry on), family messages, and fear of being “too much” 🧍🏽‍♀️🧍🏻 The different ways it shows up: people-pleasing, pushing through pain, avoiding vulnerability, testing who “really cares” 🧰 Coping mechanisms: humour, selective honesty, practicing with safe people, challenging black-and-white thinking 🌱 How to make peace with it: start small — honesty is risky, but it’s also how deeper connection beginsThanks for listening           💛💜🩷🩵🧡💬 New episodes every Monday.🎧 Follow now to join the conversation.🧡 CONNECT WITH US 🎙️ Podcast socials: → Instagram: @toomuchapparently → TikTok: @toomuchapparently → YouTube: Too Much, Apparently → Website: www.toomuchapparently.com👩‍💻 Carly Radford: → Website: www.carlyradford.com → Instagram: @the_sensitivity_therapist👩🏻‍💻 Alice Tew: → Website: www.alicetew.com → Instagram: @reparentingwithalice📩 Email us: [email protected] 🗓️ New episodes every MondayThis is a podcast that says: bring your too-muchness… we’re here for it.Disclaimer: Just a quick note to say this podcast isn’t therapy, and it’s not a substitute for professional support. We’re here to share ideas and experiences, but if you’re struggling, please reach out to a mental health professional or a support service near you.—--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------pretending to be fine podcast, masking emotions podcast, people pleasing podcast, eldest daughter pressure podcast, keep calm and carry on culture, emotional suppression podcast, perfectionism podcast, chronic illness mental health podcast, overthinking podcast, sensitivity podcast, therapy podcast, anxiety podcast, neurodivergent podcast, ADHD podcast, autism podcast, Too Much Apparently podcast

Ever felt like you’re too nice to say no — nodding along with a smile while part of you inside is screaming, please, no?Yeah. Us too.In this episode of Too Much, Apparently, we (Carly and Alice -two therapists and recovering perfectionists with squishy brains) talk about people pleasing, boundaries, and the guilt that comes with trying to put yourself first.This time we talked about:🎙️ We’ve felt this thing too (and we still do): being the “good girl,” praised for niceness one minute and criticised the next, rescuing everyone else, or saying yes when we wanted to say no.👀 What it looks like in real life: agreeing before you’ve even thought, turning every no into a long explanation, keeping the peace with a smile while building resentment, adapting so much you lose sight of your own preferences, or ghosting at the last minute out of guilt.🧠 Why our brains do it: early praise and labels that stick, fawning as a trauma response, inconsistent parenting, and the pressure (especially on women) to be agreeable, helpful, and self-sacrificing.🧍🏽‍♀️🧍🏻 The different ways it shows up: the Yes Machine, the Over Explainer, the Smiling Martyr, the Shapeshifter, and the Guilty Ghost.🧰 Coping mechanisms: noticing resentment as a boundary flag, trying out tiny no’s, experimenting with stronger boundaries and softening them later, and learning to see guilt as a sign you’re breaking an old rule rather than proof you’re a bad person.🌱 How to make peace with it: saying no doesn’t make you selfish — it creates space for a more honest yes.Thanks for listening 💛💜🩷🩵🧡💬 New episodes every Monday.🎧 Follow now to join the conversation.🧡 CONNECT WITH US🎙️ Podcast socials:→ Instagram: @toomuchapparently→ TikTok: @toomuchapparently→ YouTube: Too Much, Apparently→ Website: www.toomuchapparently.com👩‍💻 Carly Radford:→ Website: www.carlyradford.com→ Instagram: @the_sensitivity_therapist👩🏻‍💻 Alice Tew:→ Website: www.alicetew.com→ Instagram: @reparentingwithalice📩 Email us: [email protected]🗓️ New episodes every MondayThis is a podcast that says: bring your too-muchness… we’re here for it.Disclaimer: Just a quick note to say this podcast isn’t therapy, and it’s not a substitute for professional support. We’re here to share ideas and experiences, but if you’re struggling, please reach out to a mental health professional or a support service near you.people pleasing podcast · saying no without guilt · boundaries podcast · fawning trauma response · perfectionism podcast · recovering good girl · therapy podcast · mental health podcast · Too Much Apparently

Ever felt like you’re too tired to live your actual life? Too burnt out to enjoy the things you usually love? Too exhausted to even recover? Yeah. Us too.In this episode of Too Much, Apparently, we (Carly and Alice — two therapists and recovering perfectionists with squishy brains) get real about burnout, bone-deep fatigue, and why “just rest” isn’t as simple as it sounds when you’re already running on empty.We unpack our own warning signs, spiral in real-time (as usual), and share the messy reality of living with fatigue while still trying to function like a “normal adult.”This time we talked about: 🎙️ We’ve felt this thing too (and we still do): being too tired to wash our hair, forgetting to brush our teeth, and pushing through with 20 reels in a week.👀 What it looks like in real life: collapsing into bed after work, canceling plans, or craving an empty diary day while others panic at the sight.🧠 Why our brains do it: sensitivity, neurodivergence, trauma, busy minds, and a culture that ties worth to productivity.🧍🏽‍♀️🧍🏻 The different ways it shows up: boom-and-bust cycles, chronic health conditions, denial and pushing through, and guilt about needing “too much” rest.🧰 Coping mechanisms: burnout menus, radical self-care, asking for help, embracing childlike joy, and redefining rest as part of productivity.🌱 How to make peace with it: You’re not lazy or behind — you’re carrying more than people can see, and healing means moving at the pace your body actually needs.Thanks for listening           💛💜🩷🩵🧡💬 New episodes every Monday.🎧 Follow now to join the conversation.🧡 CONNECT WITH US 🎙️ Podcast socials: → Instagram: @toomuchapparently → TikTok: @toomuchapparently → YouTube: Too Much, Apparently → Website: www.toomuchapparently.com👩‍💻 Carly Radford: → Website: www.carlyradford.com → Instagram: @the_sensitivity_therapist👩🏻‍💻 Alice Tew: → Website: www.alicetew.com → Instagram: @reparentingwithalice📩 Email us: [email protected] 🗓️ New episodes every MondayThis is a podcast that says: bring your too-muchness… we’re here for it.Disclaimer: Just a quick note to say this podcast isn’t therapy, and it’s not a substitute for professional support. We’re here to share ideas and experiences, but if you’re struggling, please reach out to a mental health professional or a support service near you.—--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------chronic fatigue podcast, chronic illness podcast, chronic pain podcast, spoonie podcast, tired podcast, sensitivity podcast, overthinking podcast, perfectionism podcast, therapy podcast, anxiety podcast, emotional podcast, mental health podcast, deep chat podcast, neurodivergent podcast, autism podcast, adhd podcast, audhd podcast, Too Much Apparently podcast

Ever felt like you’re too serious for chit-chat, too awkward for small talk, or too deep to feel satisfied by surface-level connections? Yeah. Us too.In Part Two of Too Deep for Small Talk, we (Carly and Alice — two therapists and recovering perfectionists with squishy brains) keep digging into why small talk can feel exhausting and why craving depth is both a blessing and a challenge.This time, we spiral into awkward work chats, the weird relief of oversharing, and the ongoing search for spaces where you can be fully yourself — without feeling like you’ve “killed the vibe.”This time we talked about: 🎙️ We’ve felt this thing too (and still do): shrinking back after saying “too much,” zoning out in shallow conversations, or secretly longing for a heart-to-heart. 👀 What it looks like in real life: the pressure to perform friendliness, laughing at jokes you don’t get, or finding joy when someone finally dives deeper with you. 🧠 Why our brains do it: survival strategies, sensitivity, and the nervous system’s craving for safety and authenticity. 🧍🏽‍♀️🧍🏻 The different ways it shows up: oversharing then cringing, masking with humour, people-pleasing, or avoiding social events altogether. 🧰 Coping mechanisms: reframing small talk as a bridge, pacing vulnerability, and seeking out depth-friendly people and spaces. 🌱 How to make peace with it: Craving depth doesn’t make you “too much” — it makes you human. The trick is learning how to honour it without burning out.Thanks for listening 💛💜🩷🩵🧡💬 New episodes every Monday.🎧 Follow now to join the conversation.🧡 CONNECT WITH US 🎙️ Podcast socials: → Instagram: @toomuchapparently → TikTok: @toomuchapparently → YouTube: Too Much, Apparently → Website: www.toomuchapparently.com👩‍💻 Carly Radford: → Website: www.carlyradford.com → Instagram: @the_sensitivity_therapist👩🏻‍💻 Alice Tew: → Website: www.alicetew.com → Instagram: @reparentingwithalice📩 Email us: [email protected] 🗓️ New episodes every MondayThis is a podcast that says: bring your too-muchness… we’re here for it.Disclaimer: Just a quick note to say this podcast isn’t therapy, and it’s not a substitute for professional support. We’re here to share ideas and experiences, but if you’re struggling, please reach out to a mental health professional or a support service near you.—--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------sensitivity podcast, overthinking podcast, perfectionism podcast, therapy podcast, anxiety podcast, emotional podcast, mental health podcast, deep chat podcast, neurodivergent podcast, autism podcast, adhd podcast, audhd podcast, Too Much Apparently podcast

Ever felt like you’re too serious to enjoy everyday chit-chat? Too awkward to keep small talk flowing? Too deep to feel satisfied by the surface stuff?Yeah. Us too.In this episode of Too Much, Apparently, we (Carly and Alice — two therapists and recovering perfectionists with squishy brains) get real about why small talk feels exhausting, why depth feels nourishing, and what it’s like to long for connection in a world that often prefers keeping things light.We unpack our teenage memories, awkward family gatherings, existential spirals mid-conversation, and that magical feeling when something you say actually lands.This time we talked about:🎙️ We’ve felt this thing too (and we still do): struggling with small talk at family events, joking about mortality in the wrong moment, and laughing way too hard at our own jokes.👀 What it looks like in real life: standing in silence after going “too deep,” feeling on the outside in groups, or lighting up when someone finally meets you in the big conversations.🧠 Why our brains do it: sensitivity, nervous system wiring, neurodivergence, past experiences of not belonging, and the search for meaning.🧍🏽‍♀️🧍🏻 The different ways it shows up: craving vulnerability, asking big questions too soon, longing for real connection, and sometimes masking with humour or deflection.🧰 Coping mechanisms: inviting others to depth gently, finding “your people,” using humour as a bridge, and making peace with being different.🌱 How to make peace with it: Wanting depth isn’t a flaw — it’s how some of us are wired to connect, and that’s something worth valuing.BOOK MENTIONED: BETTER SMALL TALK BY PATRICK KINGThanks for listening           💛💜🩷🩵🧡💬 New episodes every Monday.🎧 Follow now to join the conversation.🧡 CONNECT WITH US 🎙️ Podcast socials: → Instagram: @toomuchapparently → TikTok: @toomuchapparently → YouTube: Too Much, Apparently → Website: www.toomuchapparently.com👩‍💻 Carly Radford: → Website: www.carlyradford.com → Instagram: @the_sensitivity_therapist👩🏻‍💻 Alice Tew: → Website: www.alicetew.com → Instagram: @reparentingwithalice📩 Email us: [email protected] 🗓️ New episodes every MondayThis is a podcast that says: bring your too-muchness… we’re here for it.Disclaimer: Just a quick note to say this podcast isn’t therapy, and it’s not a substitute for professional support. We’re here to share ideas and experiences, but if you’re struggling, please reach out to a mental health professional or a support service near you.—--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------sensitivity podcast, overthinking podcast, perfectionism podcast, therapy podcast, anxiety podcast, emotional podcast, mental health podcast, deep chat podcast, neurodivergent podcast, autism podcast, adhd podcast, audhd podcast, Too Much Apparently podcast

Ever felt like your mind is too loud to find peace or focus?Yeah. Us too.In this episode of Too Much Apparently, we (Carly and Alice — two therapists and recovering perfectionists with squishy brains) talk honestly about what it’s like to have a brain that never seems to switch off. When your thoughts feel like they’re competing for airtime, when the noise inside your head is louder than the world outside, and when everyone else seems to have that magical ability to just… think less.We unpack why overthinking often gets confused with deep thinking, how shame spirals and analysis paralysis show up, and why some of us feel like we’re always stuck with too many browser tabs open in our minds.This time we talked about:🎙️ We’ve felt this thing too (and we still do): endless inner conversations, shame spirals, replaying conversations, analysis paralysis.👀 What it looks like in real life: zombie scrolling, obsessive planning, ruminating, or fake “switching off” while your head keeps spinning.🧠 Why our brains do it: trauma responses, nervous system safety, hypervigilance, and the overlap between neurodivergence and overthinking.🧍🏽‍♀️🧍🏻 The different ways it shows up: ADHD scatter-brains, obsessive rightness, deep reflection, inner monologues, hyper-visual minds.🧰 Coping mechanisms: lists, planning, numbing with scrolling or games, compulsive “fixing,” or finding temporary relief in distraction.🌱 How to make peace with it: Your loud brain isn’t broken — it’s wired for depth, awareness, and protection. Learning to work with it (rather than fight it) can reveal hidden gifts in the noise.Thanks for listening 💛💜🩷🩵🧡💬 New episodes every Monday.🎧 Follow now to join the conversation.🧡 CONNECT WITH US🎙️ Podcast socials:→ Instagram: @toomuchapparently→ TikTok: @toomuchapparently→ YouTube: Too Much, Apparently→ Website: www.toomuchapparently.com👩‍💻 Carly Radford:→ Website: www.carlyradford.com→ Instagram: @the_sensitivity_therapist👩🏻‍💻 Alice Tew:→ Website: www.alicetew.com→ Instagram: @reparentingwithalice📩 Email us: [email protected]🗓️ New episodes every MondayThis is a podcast that says: bring your too-muchness… we’re here for it.Disclaimer: Just a quick note to say this podcast isn’t therapy, and it’s not a substitute for professional support. We’re here to share ideas and experiences, but if you’re struggling, please reach out to a mental health professional or a support service near you.—--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------#PodcastTrailer #MentalHealthPodcast #TooMuchApparentlysensitivity podcast, overthinking podcast, perfectionism podcast, therapy podcast, anxiety podcast, emotional podcast, mental health podcast, deep chat podcast, neurodivergent podcast, autism podcast, ADHD podcast, AuDHD podcast, Too Much Apparently podcast

Ever felt like you’re both too much and not enough at the same time? Yeah. Us too.In this episode of Too Much, Apparently, we (Carly and Alice - two therapists and recovering perfectionists with squishy brains) get real about the painful contradiction of being told you’re “too much” and still feeling like you’re never enough.We explore how those mixed messages shape our self-worth, why so many of us end up shrinking ourselves to fit, and how to start unravelling the shame spiral that says you’re the problem.This time we talked about: 🎙️ We’ve felt this thing too (and we still do): being told we’re too quiet, too sensitive, too needy, too bossy, too weird.👀 What it looks like in real life: fake laughing to fit in, replaying conversations in your head, people-pleasing, perfectionism, or hiding your true opinions.🧠 Why our brains do it: childhood messages, survival strategies, generational patterns, and our wiring for connection and safety.🧍🏽‍♀️🧍🏻 The different ways it shows up: overachieving, withdrawing, overexplaining or desperately trying to “get it right.”🧰 Coping mechanisms: numbing with scrolling, saying yes when you mean no, over-planning or editing yourself to feel acceptable.🌱 How to make peace with it: Realising your needs aren’t “too much” - they just might be more than someone else can handle, and that doesn’t make you the problem.Thanks for listening           💛💜🩷🩵🧡💬 New episodes every Monday. 🎧 Follow now to join the conversation.🧡 CONNECT WITH US 🎙️ Podcast socials: → Instagram: @toomuchapparently → TikTok: @toomuchapparently → YouTube: Too Much, Apparently → Website: www.toomuchapparently.com👩‍💻 Carly Radford: → Website: www.carlyradford.com → Instagram: @the_sensitivity_therapist👩🏻‍💻 Alice Tew: → Website: www.alicetew.com → Instagram: @reparentingwithalice📩 Email us: [email protected] 🗓️ New episodes every MondayThis is a podcast that says: bring your too-muchness… we’re here for it.Disclaimer: Just a quick note to say this podcast isn’t therapy, and it’s not a substitute for professional support. We’re here to share ideas and experiences, but if you’re struggling, please reach out to a mental health professional or a support service near you.—--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------sensitivity podcast, overthinking podcast, perfectionism podcast, therapy podcast, anxiety podcast, emotional podcast, mental health podcast, deep chat podcast, neurodivergent podcast, autism podcast, adhd podcast, audhd podcast, Too Much Apparently podcast

Ever felt like you’re too anxious, too self-conscious, or too messy to start something you really care about?Yeah. Us too.In this very first episode of Too Much, Apparently, we (Carly and Alice — two therapists and recovering perfectionists with squishy brains) get real about what it’s like to launch something new while battling self-doubt and the fear of being perceived.We unpack our own resistance, spiral in real time, and share why creating something honest can feel both terrifying and liberating.This time we talked about: 🎙️ We’ve felt this thing too (and we still do): self-doubt, overthinking, fear of being “too much” 👀 What it looks like in real life: avoiding opportunities, worrying how others see us, shrinking ourselves 🧠 Why our brains do it: old scripts, sensitivity, and perfectionism at play 🧍🏽‍♀️🧍🏻 The different ways it shows up: being the quiet one, feeling like an outsider, fearing visibility 🧰 Coping mechanisms: humour, honesty, self-compassion, and naming the spiral out loud 🌱 How to make peace with it: remembering that showing up messy is better than not showing up at allThanks for listening           💛💜🩷🩵🧡💬 New episodes every Monday.🎧 Follow now to join the conversation.🧡 CONNECT WITH US 🎙️ Podcast socials: → Instagram: @toomuchapparently → TikTok: @toomuchapparently → YouTube: Too Much, Apparently → Website: www.toomuchapparently.com👩‍💻 Carly Radford: → Website: www.carlyradford.com → Instagram: @the_sensitivity_therapist👩🏻‍💻 Alice Tew: → Website: www.alicetew.com → Instagram: @reparentingwithalice📩 Email us: [email protected] 🗓️ New episodes every MondayThis is a podcast that says: bring your too-muchness… we’re here for it.Disclaimer: Just a quick note to say this podcast isn’t therapy, and it’s not a substitute for professional support. We’re here to share ideas and experiences, but if you’re struggling, please reach out to a mental health professional or a support service near you.—--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------sensitivity podcast, overthinking podcast, perfectionism podcast, therapy podcast, anxiety podcast, emotional podcast, mental health podcast, deep chat podcast, neurodivergent podcast, autism podcast, adhd podcast, audhd podcast, Too Much Apparently podcast

This podcast is too much, you’ll love it Ever felt like you’re too sensitive, too emotional, or too intense to ever really fit in? Yeah. Us too.In this trailer for Too Much, Apparently, we (Carly and Alice — two therapists and recovering perfectionists with squishy brains) get real about why we started this podcast and who it’s for: the ones who’ve been told they’re “too much,” or who secretly fear they’re “not enough.”We unpack the messy middle of being human, spiral in real time, and share what it’s like to want to make something honest while also being scared it might be boring / cringe / too much / not enough.This time we talked about: 🎙️ We’ve felt this thing too (and we still do): being “too sensitive,” “too intense,” “too emotional” 👀 What it looks like in real life: second-guessing yourself, worrying you take up too much space, craving depth in a noisy world 🧠 Why our brains do it: wiring, lived experience, and the stories we’ve absorbed about who we’re “supposed” to be 🧍🏽‍♀️🧍🏻 The different ways it shows up: perfectionism, overthinking, people-pleasing, or withdrawing completely 🧰 Coping mechanisms: finding humour, creating meaning, talking it out (sometimes too much!) 🌱 How to make peace with it: by realising that being “too much” might just be exactly enoughThanks for listening 💛💜🩷🩵🧡💬 New episodes every Monday. 🎧 Follow now to join the conversation.🧡 CONNECT WITH US 🎙️ Podcast socials: → Instagram: @toomuchapparently → TikTok: @toomuchapparently → YouTube: Too Much, Apparently → Website: www.toomuchapparently.com👩‍💻 Carly Radford: → Website: www.carlyradford.com→ Instagram: @the_sensitivity_therapist👩🏻‍💻 Alice Tew: → Website: www.alicetew.com → Instagram: @reparentingwithalice📩 Email us: [email protected] 🗓️ New episodes every MondayThis is a podcast that says: bring your too-muchness… we’re here for it.Disclaimer: Just a quick note to say this podcast isn’t therapy, and it’s not a substitute for professional support. We’re here to share ideas and experiences, but if you’re struggling, please reach out to a mental health professional or a support service near you.—-----------------sensitivity podcast, overthinking podcast, perfectionism podcast, therapy podcast, anxiety podcast, emotional podcast, mental health podcast, deep chat podcast, neurodivergent podcast, autism podcast, adhd podcast, audhd podcast, Too Much Apparently podcast