A Millennial Mind

I hate to be the one to tell you this but you might NOT be caring for your hair as well as you think 🙈 In today's episode of A Millennial Mind, I sat down with Dr Aamna Adel (@dermatologist_adel), a consultant dermatologist and hair loss specialist based on Harley Street, to get the real answers. And honestly? Almost everything I thought I knew was wrong. The heatless curlers I swear by, the hair gummies I take every day, even the traditional Indian hair oiling I leave in overnight. All of it! This is the hair masterclass you didn't know you needed, and if you've ever worried about hair loss, postpartum shedding, grey hairs, or just want to actually understand your scalp, this episode is going to change the way you look after your hair and maybe finally be what convinces you to leave those greys alone! If you're losing hair, confused by the conflicting advice online, or just want to understand what your scalp is actually telling you — this one is for you. 🎙 What we cover: - What alopecia actually means (it's not what you think) - The real causes of hair loss — and why it's rarely just one thing - What minoxidil is, how it works, and why shedding on it is a good sign - Why heatless curlers can be MORE damaging than heat - Hair oiling — the right oils, the right technique, and how long to leave it in - Are hair gummies actually worth it? The honest answer - Grey hair — causes, myths, and whether you can reverse it - Perimenopause and hair loss: what you can do immediately - Hair extensions and the vicious cycle they create - Three easy things you can do today for scalp health - Hair training — is it real? (Spoiler: no) - The pressure to look young and the Botox conversation ⏱ Timestamps: 0:00 – Intro 1:43 – Dr Aamna's background and her own hair loss journey 5:30 – What is a scalp disorder? Normal hair loss vs when to worry 8:00 – How much hair loss is too much? 9:15 – The most common causes of hair loss 11:05 – Why it's never just one thing 12:20 – What is minoxidil and how does it work? 13:45 – Why shedding on minoxidil is actually a good sign 15:00 – Is minoxidil a lifelong commitment? 26:20 – Heatless curlers: the myth debunked 29:45 – What "right type of heat" actually means 35:10 – Rosemary oil — hero ingredient or overhyped? 35:45 – Does washing your hair more cause hair loss? 37:45 – Sulphates — are they actually bad? 40:00 – LED scalp caps and devices: do they work? 42:30 – Hair gummies: are they worth the money? 44:55 – What supplements actually have evidence behind them 46:20 – Hair oiling — how long is too long? 50:40 – The best oils for scalp vs mid-lengths 53:25 – Can you reverse hair loss? 54:50 – What causes scarring alopecia 55:50 – Grey hair — what it is and what causes it 58:30 – Should you pluck grey hairs? 1:00:00 – The pressure to look young — Botox and ageing 1:09:30 – Perimenopause and hair loss: what to do 1:11:45 – Hair extensions and traction alopecia 1:13:30 – Three quick tips for scalp health 1:15:30 – Hair training — is it actually a thing? 1:17:15 – The best food for hair growth 1:17:35 – What to do first if you're panicking about hair loss 1:18:55 – Bleaching your hair and bond repair 1:20:35 – Split ends and breakage: the honest advice 1:21:30 – Outro Follow Dr Aamna Adel: @dermatologist_adel 🔔 Subscribe for more discussions on mental health, personal growth, and healing! / @shivanipaupodcast ✨ Connect with Millennial Mind ✨ Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amillennialmind Shivani Pau Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shivani.pau Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/shivanipaupodcast Performance Planner: https://my-performance-planner.myshopify.com/ Let Me Change Your Mind 🧠 -- hair loss, hair care, scalp health, dermatologist, minoxidil, heatless curlers, hair growth tips, alopecia, postpartum hair loss, perimenopause hair loss, grey hair, hair gummies, dr aamna adel, shivani pau, a millennial mind, hair myths, consultant dermatologist Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you're someone who consults Dr Google more than your actual GP and it sends you into a constant health spiral, this episode is for you. Dr Nighat Arif (@DrNighatArif) is a practising GP with nearly 19 years in the NHS, women's health specialist, and author of the new book The Complete Guide to Family Health. In this conversation, we get into why so many of us are more anxious about our health than ever, whether Google and AI are helping or actively making things worse, and what the wellness industry is quietly getting away with. We also go deep on sleep, relationships, supplements, separate beds, and why prevention is the most underrated thing you can do for your long-term health. If you've ever convinced yourself you had a brain tumour at 2am because of a Google search — this one's for you. Shopify UK: Sign up today for your £1 a month trial with Shopify and start selling today for at shopify.co.uk 🎙 What we cover: What cyberchondria is and why it's rising Why Googling symptoms isn't always bad — and how to do it right The truth about IV vitamin drips (and why it might just be expensive hydration) Which supplements you can actually overdose on — and the risks Why separate bedrooms might be better for your marriage Sleep jolts — what's actually happening in your brain How to spot cherry-picked health data and misinformation What Dr Nighat thinks about ChatGPT replacing doctors CBT for health anxiety — what actually works Dementia prevention: what the Lancet study says you should be doing from birth The NHS's free health checks — and why you should be using them Prevention vs cure: Dr Nighat's number one piece of advice after 19 years ⏱ Timestamps: 0:00 – Intro 1:41 – Dr Nighat explains the book 5:32 – What does GP actually stand for? 6:03 – What is cyberchondria? 8:07 – The rise of health anxiety through TikTok reels 9:00 – The woman who thought she had a brain tumour (it was her partner's cigarette smoke) 11:38 – Cherry-picking health data and why it's dangerous 13:20 – Does Dr Nighat Google her own symptoms? 15:03 – Her son's liver transplant — googling as a doctor-turned-mum 21:00 – How to find trustworthy health information online 26:00 – IV vitamin drips: brilliant or a very expensive wee? 32:45 – Supplements — which ones you can actually overdose on 34:40 – Wellness trends and losing intimacy with your partner 37:35 – Why separate beds might be the secret to a happy marriage 45:50 – The science of physical touch and oxytocin 47:52 – Why people jolt in their sleep 50:15 – Cyberchondria in relationships — when your partner won't stop googling 52:54 – What keeps people stuck in health anxiety loops 54:06 – "If you have health anxiety, please don't buy my book" 56:01 – CBT for health anxiety: how it actually works 57:25 – Is ChatGPT replacing your GP? 59:44 – Weird body facts (your ears never stop growing) 1:01:02 – The Lancet study on dementia prevention 1:03:48 – Dr Nighat's number one health advice after 19 years 1:05:26 – Wrap up Happy with that or anything else to tweak? 🔔 Subscribe for more discussions on mental health, personal growth, and healing! / @shivanipaupodcast ✨ Connect with Millennial Mind ✨ Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amillennialmind Shivani Pau Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shivani.pau Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/shivanipaupodcast Performance Planner: https://my-performance-planner.myshopify.com/ #drnighatarif #cyberchondria #healthanxiety #googlesymptoms #familyhealth #supplements #vitaminD #ivdrip #wellnesstrends #preventativemedicine #amillennialmind #shivanipau #nhs #womenshealth #chatgpt #healthmisinformation #sleep #cbtherapy Let Me Change Your Mind 🧠 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You're doing everything 'right' when it comes to social media sleep routines... the magnesium, the no screens... but you're still not getting quality sleep? There IS a reason (& a fix!) This week on A Millennial Mind, I'm chatting with Stephanie Romiszewski (@stephsleepyhead), sleep physiologist, founder of the Sleepyhead Clinic, and author of Think Less, Sleep More. With nearly two decades of clinical experience, she has helped over 10,000 people fix sleep they thought was unfixable. We dig into why sleep hygiene is largely a myth, why your morning routine matters far more than your night routine, and the two biological mechanisms that actually control your sleep — and how you're probably sabotaging both without knowing it. We also get into popular 'sleep trackers', waking up at 5am, napping, magnesium, pregnancy sleep, and why thinking too hard about your sleep might be the very thing keeping you awake. If you've ever beaten yourself up about bad sleep, wondered if you're broken, or googled yourself into a spiral of sleep anxiety — this one is for you. 🎙 What we cover: - Why sleep hygiene doesn't fix chronic sleep problems - Sleep drive vs circadian rhythm — what they are and why they matter - Why your morning routine matters more than your evening one - The truth about wearables and sleep trackers (and why they might be making things worse) - Light exposure and movement as your most powerful sleep tools - What chronic insomnia actually is — and what to do about it - Sleep during pregnancy and as a new mother - Napping: when it helps and when it doesn't - Night owls vs morning types — can you change? - Women and sleep: hormones, menopause, and the invisible mental load - Magnesium, melatonin, and sleep supplements debunked - CBT-I and sleep retraining explained - Stephanie's book: Think Less, Sleep More ⏱ Timestamps: 0:00 – Intro 1:44 – Stephanie's background and the Sleepyhead Clinic 4:49 – What people actually come to Stephanie with 7:34 – How to tell the difference between a bad patch and chronic insomnia 11:40 – The problem with sleep hygiene (and screens before bed) 14:10 – The two mechanisms that control your sleep: sleep drive and circadian rhythm 19:56 – How to identify if you have a strong sleep drive 21:52 – Afternoon tiredness and the circadian dip 22:43 – Why consistency in your wake time matters more than bedtime 27:58 – Sleep trackers: why the data might be hurting you 34:21 – The Pyramid of Sleep Influence — why gadgets are at the top, not the bottom 35:26 – The Lumi light alarm: the one gadget Stephanie actually endorses 37:11 – Blue light glasses: are they worth it? 38:17 – Light in the morning: what actually counts 42:51 – Why we need to stop adding things and start with the basics 46:49 – How to get consistent without an elaborate night routine 47:28 – Morning person vs night owl: can you change? 52:41 – Sleep during menopause 53:08 – Sleep during pregnancy and as a new mum 56:19 – How to know how much sleep you actually need 59:28 – Sleep quality vs sleep duration — which matters more? 1:00:28 – Napping: when it helps vs when it doesn't 1:03:41 – The "morning person" label and whether you need to change 1:06:14 – Night owls and health risks — correlation vs causation 1:09:19 – When to listen to your body (and when not to) 1:09:57 – Do women need more sleep than men? 1:10:24 – Sleep and postpartum recovery 1:11:14 – Quickfire round: light therapy, blue light glasses, sleep tea, magnesium, Lumie lamp, acupressure mat, mattress, temperature, ashwagandha 1:16:20 – The one thing to do this week to improve your sleep 1:16:47 – Closing thoughts Follow Stephanie: @stephsleepyhead Think Less, Sleep More is out now 🔔 Subscribe for new episodes every week. ✨ Connect with Millennial Mind ✨ Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amillennialmind Shivani Pau Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shivani.pau Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/shivanipaupodcast Performance Planner: https://my-performance-planner.myshopify.com/ Let Me Change Your Mind 🧠 -- #sleep #insomnia #sleepadvice #sleephealth #sleephygiene #morningroutine #circadianrhythm #sleepanxiety #millennialwellness #stephanieromiszewski #sleepyheadclinic #amillennialmind #shivanipau #sleepscience #womenshealth #sleeptips #sleepphysiologist #thinkklesssleepmore Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What would you do if you suspected your partner was having an affair — and you caught him texting her while you were giving birth to your second child? Jessica May (@jessicamay_home) had the picture-perfect life. Two kids, a beautiful home, a partner of nearly ten years. Then she discovered he'd been having an affair — and the gaslighting that followed almost broke her. In this episode, Jessica shares how she found out, why she begged him to stay, how his own family blamed her, and what finally gave her the strength to leave. She went from being a stay-at-home mum with no income to building a 1.6 million-strong community — and completely rebuilding her confidence, her identity, and her life. If you've been cheated on, gaslit, or you're stuck wondering whether to stay or leave — this one is for you. 🎙 What we cover: - The warning signs of a cheating partner she ignored - How gaslighting kept her trapped for over a year - Why she blamed herself (and how she stopped) - Rebuilding confidence and self-worth after betrayal - Co-parenting when your ex is with the person they cheated with - Practical advice for surviving heartbreak day by day - Manifestation, vision boards and how she designed her new life ⏱ Timestamps: 0:00 – Intro 3:00 – Jessica's relationship and the life she thought she had 6:23 – Discovering the affair 9:07 – The warning signs she missed 13:38 – The moment she found the truth on his phone 17:07 – "I begged him not to leave me" 19:12 – His family said "what did you expect?" 21:33 – Trying to stay after infidelity 27:53 – Growing on social media during the hardest time 34:17 – Why she begged him to stay 37:44 – The fear of leaving 39:42 – Turning cleaning content into a career 42:11 – 100K to 1.6 million Instagram followers 48:54 – Advice for women going through heartbreak right now 55:18 – Does cheating affect the whole family? 59:58 – Co-parenting with his new partner 1:06:58 – Why she never compared herself to the other woman 1:08:30 – Angel numbers, vision boards and manifestation 1:14:45 – Dealing with judgemental friends 1:18:18 – "Don't blame yourself" Follow Jessica: @jessicamay_home Follow Shivani: @shivani.pau Listen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts: A Millennial Mind 🔔 Subscribe for more honest conversations every week. #cheating #infidelity #gaslighting #heartbreak #singlemum #affair #relationships #selfworth #rebuildingconfidence #coparenting #millennialmind #podcast 🔔 Subscribe for more discussions on mental health, personal growth, and healing! / @shivanipaupodcast ✨ Connect with Millennial Mind ✨ Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amillennialmind Shivani Pau Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shivani.pau Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/shivanipaupodcast Performance Planner: https://my-performance-planner.myshopify.com/ Let Me Change Your Mind 🧠 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Babbel: Learn a new Language and get up to 60% off your subscription at Babbel.com/milllennialmind In this episode of A Millennial Mind, I sit down with Millie Mackintosh for an honest conversation about sobriety, motherhood and rebuilding your identity during a time of major personal change. We talk openly about questioning your relationship with alcohol, navigating anxiety and panic attacks, and the reality behind “mummy needs wine” culture. Millie shares why she stopped drinking, how becoming a parent reshaped her priorities, and what it really takes to show up more present for your children and yourself. This is a deeply emotional discussion about the sober curious movement, coping mechanisms, mental health and the pressure many women feel to keep everything together. Together, we explore how alcohol and anxiety can become linked, why telling the truth about your struggles matters, and how choosing sobriety can be part of becoming the person and parent you want to be. ✨ Who this episode is for • Anyone questioning their relationship with alcohol or exploring sobriety • Parents navigating anxiety, identity shifts or motherhood pressure • Women interested in sober curious living or quitting drinking • Anyone rebuilding themselves after a big life change ✨ What you’ll learn • Why Millie Mackintosh chose to stop drinking • The truth behind “mummy needs wine” culture • How alcohol can mask anxiety and emotional overwhelm • What helped her become a more present, grounded parent 🔔 Subscribe for more discussions on mental health, personal growth, and healing! / @shivanipaupodcast ✨ Connect with Millennial Mind ✨ Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amillennialmind Shivani Pau Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shivani.pau Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/shivanipaupodcast Performance Planner: https://my-performance-planner.myshopify.com/ Let Me Change Your Mind 🧠 ------- millie mackintosh sobriety interview, why i stopped drinking story, sober motherhood uk, sober curious women, alcohol and anxiety women, quitting alcohol journey, mummy needs wine culture, parenting and mental health, motherhood identity shift, panic attacks motherhood, rebuilding identity after motherhood, a millennial mind podcast, shivani pau interview, sobriety and parenting conversation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Botox and fillers are everywhere right now, but are women choosing them for confidence or from pressure? In this episode of A Millennial Mind, aesthetic doctor Dr Pyal Patel talks about ageing, beauty standards, social media comparison and why so many women feel they need to look younger. We discuss preventative Botox in your 20s, the fear of falling behind, why everyone online seems to have the same face, and how to tell if cosmetic work is coming from self love or insecurity. This is not about shaming treatments. It is about understanding the psychology behind the choices we make about our faces. 💉Who this is for: • Women questioning Botox or fillers • Anyone feeling pressure to look younger • People comparing their face to social media • Women unsure if cosmetic work is confidence or insecurity • Viewers interested in beauty standards and ageing ✨What you’ll learn: • Why so many women feel pressure to get Botox • The psychology behind cosmetic treatments • How social media affects body image and self-worth • The difference between empowerment and insecurity • How to make confident, informed choices about your face What are your thoughts on filler & Botox? Are you for or against minor aesthetics and injectables? 🔔 Subscribe for more discussions on mental health, personal growth, and healing! / @shivanipaupodcast ✨ Connect with Millennial Mind ✨ Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amillennialmind Shivani Pau Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shivani.pau Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/shivanipaupodcast Performance Planner: https://my-performance-planner.myshopify.com/ Let Me Change Your Mind 🧠 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Babbel: Learn a new Language and get up to 60% off your subscription at Babbel.com/milllennialmindShopify UK: Sign up today for your £1 a month trial with Shopify and start selling today for at shopify.co.uk When a relationship looks perfect on the outside but feels deeply wrong behind closed doors, leaving can be one of the hardest decisions you’ll ever make ❤️‍🩹 In this episode of A Millennial Mind, I sit down with Nelly Patel, known from Married at First Sight UK, to talk openly about her marriage to Steven Springett, what really went on behind the scenes, and why she ultimately chose to walk away. Nelly shares the reality of being in a toxic relationship under public scrutiny, the emotional confusion that comes with mixed signals, dishonesty and power imbalances, and how cultural expectations made leaving even harder. We talk about losing self-trust, recognising red flags too late, and what it actually takes to let go of a relationship that’s hurting you. This is an honest conversation about toxic dynamics, self-worth, and choosing yourself - even when it’s painful, public, and misunderstood. 00:00 Trailer: leaving a toxic relationship 01:12 Meeting Steven on MAFS UK 04:05 Early red flags in the marriage 07:40 What the cameras didn’t show 11:10 Feeling confused and doubting myself 15:05 Dishonesty and broken trust 19:30 The impact of public pressure and opinions 24:10 Cultural expectations and staying too long 29:45 Realising the relationship was toxic 34:20 The moment I knew I had to leave 38:50 Life after MAFS and rebuilding self-trust 43:30 What I’ve learned about relationships 47:55 Advice for anyone in a toxic relationship 🔔 Subscribe for more discussions on mental health, personal growth, and healing! / @shivanipaupodcast ✨ Connect with Millennial Mind ✨ Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amillennialmind Shivani Pau Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shivani.pau Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/shivanipaupodcast Performance Planner: https://my-performance-planner.myshopify.com/ Let Me Change Your Mind 🧠 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

One of my goals this year is to create with more intention and that starts with audio. If you’re starting a podcast, filming YouTube videos, or recording voiceovers, sound quality matters more than people realise. You can have the best ideas in the world, but if the audio isn’t clear, people click away.I’ve been using the Shure MV7i, and it’s genuinely become part of my setup clean sound, easy to use, and perfect whether you’re recording at home or on the go.If your New Year intention is to stop overthinking and just start creating, this is your reminder: raise your standards, back yourself, and begin. Get you mic here: https://tinyurl.com/bdchrs3n AD Self-doubt can quietly shape your decisions, relationships, and confidence often without you even realising it. In this episode of A Millennial Mind, I sit down with behavioural scientist and performance expert Dr Shadé Zahrai to unpack why so many of us struggle with self-trust, imposter syndrome, and feeling “not good enough”. We explore the psychology behind self-doubt, why confidence doesn’t come before action (it comes after), and how your self-image directly influences the life you build. Dr Shadé shares science-backed tools to stop second-guessing yourself, challenge your inner critic, and start backing yourself — even when it feels uncomfortable. If you’re stepping into a new chapter, navigating change, or simply tired of holding yourself back, this conversation will help you move forward with more clarity and self-belief. Who This Episode Is For: Anyone struggling with self-doubt or imposter syndrome People who constantly second-guess themselves High-achievers who feel like they’re “faking it” Those wanting to build real self-trust and confidence Anyone stuck in overthinking, comparison or fear of failure What You’ll Learn: Why self-doubt isn’t a personality flaw The science behind self-trust and confidence Why action builds confidence — not the other way around How imposter syndrome actually works How to quiet your inner critic Practical tools to stop overthinking and start acting Whether personality really can change (and what science says) 🔔 Subscribe for more discussions on mental health, personal growth, and healing! / @shivanipaupodcast ✨ Connect with Millennial Mind ✨ Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amillennialmind Shivani Pau Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shivani.pau Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/shivanipaupodcast Performance Planner: https://my-performance-planner.myshopify.com/ Let Me Change Your Mind 🧠 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this insightful interview, director Neeraj Ghaywan and cast members Ishaan Khatter and Vishal Jethwa discuss the themes of classism and casteism explored in the Netflix movie 'Homebound.' They share personal experiences and reflections on how caste and class discrimination still permeates Indian society today, despite assumptions that such issues are outdated. The conversation delves into the impact of systemic discrimination, the importance of education for marginalised communities, and the transformative experiences the cast underwent while preparing for the film. 00:00 Introduction: Is Classism Still an Issue? 00:19 Personal Experiences with Class and Caste 01:14 Understanding Caste in India 02:31 The Impact of Caste on Identity 05:16 Experiences of Discrimination 08:20 Exploring Caste in Rural India 13:03 Moments of Unity and Generosity 15:33 Navigating Social Expectations 16:02 The Privilege of Career Choices 16:43 Survival vs. Ambition 18:29 Microaggressions and Their Impact 19:03 Taking Back Power and Dignity 20:14 Identity and Social Capital 25:32 Education as a Path to Empowerment 26:29 Challenging Assumptions and Division 28:06 Final Thoughts and Reflections 🔔 Subscribe for more discussions on mental health, personal growth, and healing! / @shivanipaupodcast ✨ Connect with Millennial Mind ✨ Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amillennialmind Shivani Pau Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shivani.pau Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/shivanipaupodcast Performance Planner: https://my-performance-planner.myshopify.com/ Let Me Change Your Mind 🧠 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Motherhood is often sold as “natural” and intuitive - but for so many women, it feels overwhelming, confusing and nothing like they expected. In this episode of A Millennial Mind, I sit down with parenting expert Zoe Blaskey to explore the real, science-backed identity shift of motherhood, from hormonal changes and brain remodelling to the emotional load no one prepares us for. We talk about why becoming a mum can feel like a second adolescence, how societal pressure fuels burnout, and why guilt shows up even when we’re doing our best. Zoe shares practical tools for setting boundaries, finding yourself again, strengthening your partnership, and making motherhood feel lighter, calmer and more intentional. If you’re a mum, planning to be one, or simply curious about the truth behind the transition into motherhood, this conversation will help you feel seen, supported and less alone. Who This Episode Is For ✨ Mums feeling tired, overwhelmed or burnt out Women struggling with the identity shift of motherhood (matrescence) Anyone carrying “good mother” guilt or pressure Parents wanting healthier boundaries and calmer homes People curious about the science behind motherhood What You’ll Learn ✨ Why motherhood feels harder than we’re told The science of matrescence (your “second adolescence”) How to set boundaries without guilt How to lighten the mental load How to strengthen your partnership after kids Practical ways to enjoy motherhood more of the time 00:00 Introduction to Motherhood Myths 00:08 Guest Introduction and Initial Reactions 00:17 Understanding Mares Essence 00:53 The Neuroscience of Motherhood 01:39 Podcast and Book Journey 03:44 Personal Development and Coaching 04:58 Navigating Motherhood Challenges 06:36 Self-Compassion and Resilience 29:26 Debunking the 'Having It All' Myth 41:26 The Guilt of Self-Care for Moms 42:38 The 'One for Me, One for You' Tool 43:55 Challenging the Selfless Mother Narrative 45:32 The Concept of Minimum Viable Needs 46:17 The Mental Load and Super Mom Myth 47:17 Mother Kind Toolkit: Identifying Pressure Sources 51:10 Navigating Family Expectations and Boundaries 01:08:39 The Value of Caregiving and Shared Responsibilities 01:14:42 The Physiological Changes of Parenthood 01:17:47 Final Thoughts and Self-Compassion 🔔 Subscribe for more discussions on mental health, personal growth, and healing! / @shivanipaupodcast ✨ Connect with Millennial Mind ✨ Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amillennialmind Shivani Pau Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shivani.pau Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/shivanipaupodcast Performance Planner: https://my-performance-planner.myshopify.com/ Let Me Change Your Mind 🧠 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why do smart, strong women fall for toxic people? This week on A Millennial Mind, Anchal returns to share the full, unfiltered truth about being love-bombed, manipulated, defrauded and stalked by someone she thought she could trust. I’ve known Anchal for a long time now - but I never knew the depth of what she survived. This isn’t just a “bad breakup story.” It’s a traumatic experience of narcissistic abuse, coercive control, love bombing, gaslighting, trauma bonds, financial manipulation, stalking behaviours and the psychology behind why victims stay. But most importantly: how she rebuilt her life, healed her self-trust, and took her power back. If you’ve ever questioned your intuition, blamed yourself for ignoring red flags, or felt ashamed for being manipulated — this episode will change the way you see yourself forever. 💚Who This Episode Is For: Women who’ve experienced love bombing, people pleasing, guilt-tripping or emotional manipulation Anyone recovering from a toxic relationship, narcissistic partner or financial betrayal People who want to understand the psychology of narcissists and trauma bonds Survivors of stalking, harassment, obsession, coercive control or emotional abuse Anyone who wants to rebuild boundaries, confidence and self-trust ✍🏼What You’ll Learn: How narcissists use love bombing, guilt and mirroring to gain control Why strong, independent women still get targeted How manipulation escalates into financial fraud, stalking + psychological fear The mindset traps that keep victims from leaving How to recognise early red flags before they escalate How to rebuild your identity after abuse, trauma and shame Why it is never the victim’s fault Real examples on how to rebuild peace, safety and boundaries 🔔 Subscribe for more discussions on mental health, personal growth, and healing! / @shivanipaupodcast ✨ Connect with Millennial Mind ✨ Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amillennialmind Shivani Pau Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shivani.pau Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/shivanipaupodcast Performance Planner: https://my-performance-planner.myshopify.com/ Let Me Change Your Mind 🧠 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What if everything you’ve been taught about healing is only half the story? In this episode of A Millennial Mind, I sit down with Lekhmi, founder of The 111 Approach - a celebrity Reiki Master and intuitive healer who blends science and spirituality to explain how energy healing really works. I used to think Reiki and energy work were a bit “woo-woo,” until my own experience changed everything. We talk about the science of energy healing, how your nervous system and emotions affect your body, and the small ways you can start to self-heal and reconnect with your intuition. If you’ve ever wondered “is energy healing real?” or just want to feel more grounded, calm and connected - this episode is for you. ✨ Who It’s For: Skeptics who want to understand the science behind energy healing Anyone curious about Reiki, vibration, and holistic health People looking to reduce stress, regulate their nervous system, and reconnect with themselves ✨ What You’ll Learn: How energy healing and Reiki actually work The link between emotions, the nervous system, and physical health Why intuition and frequency are key to self-healing How to tell real healers from fakes in the wellness space Simple ways to restore balance and heal your body naturally 00:00 Introduction and Initial Skepticism 00:51 Exploring the Concept of Energy Healing 01:16 Guest Introduction: Luck Me and Her Unique Approach 02:53 Personal Experiences and Changing Perspectives 04:34 Understanding Reiki and Energy Healing 05:55 Childhood Intuition and Suppression 12:09 Reconnecting with Intuition and First Reiki Experience 14:36 Skepticism and Scientific Perspective 18:32 The Science and Practice of Reiki 28:29 Personal Stories and Spiritual Connections 38:20 A Childhood Intuition 39:34 The Power of Intuition and Skepticism 40:38 Gut Health and Intuition 41:23 Energy and Vibrations 42:30 Embracing Emotions and Healing 42:46 Connecting with Intuition and Energy Healing 44:42 Personal Stories of Energy Healing 49:22 The Placebo Effect and Healing 51:04 Scientific Studies on Energy Healing 52:13 Reiki in Hospitals 52:48 Identifying Genuine Practitioners 57:03 Empowering Self-Healing 01:03:23 One Minute Wellness Practice 01:09:12 The Power of Collective Meditation 01:14:11 Crystals and Energy 01:17:39 Final Thoughts on Energy and Intuition self 🔔 Subscribe for more discussions on mental health, personal growth, and healing! / @shivanipaupodcast ✨ Connect with Millennial Mind ✨ Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amillennialmind Shivani Pau Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shivani.pau Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/shivanipaupodcast Performance Planner: https://my-performance-planner.myshopify.com/ Let Me Change Your Mind 🧠 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Note: Some topics discussed might be triggering. In this deeply personal and heartfelt episode of 'A Millennial Mind,' I sit down with one of my closest friends, Dr. Rhona Eskander, as she opens up for the first time about her harrowing journey into motherhood. From experiencing a traumatic miscarriage and the emotional turmoil that followed, to navigating the complexities of fertility treatments, and finally, the unforeseen challenges of a high-risk pregnancy that led to an emergency C-section and a NICU stay for her baby, Rhona bravely shares it all. This conversation sheds light on the silent struggles many parents face, the societal pressures around fertility, and the importance of mental health and support during such times. I am incredibly grateful for Rhona's vulnerability and hope this episode fosters understanding and compassion for those facing similar battles. Please listen with care, and if you know someone who might benefit from this, share it with them. ✨ Who This Episode Is For Anyone who has faced pregnancy loss or fertility struggles Mothers navigating premature birth or NICU experiences Women processing grief, anxiety, or trauma after childbirth Parents learning to find strength and gratitude through adversity Anyone seeking an honest look at modern motherhood 00:00 Opening Up About a Personal Journey 00:05 The Miscarriage Experience 00:20 Navigating Fertility Challenges 00:34 Emergency C-Section and NICU 00:52 Introduction to the Episode 02:17 Rona's Fertility Journey 03:05 Egg Freezing and Societal Pressures 05:12 Struggles with Conception 06:06 The Miscarriage and Its Aftermath 07:05 IUI and Pregnancy Success 15:15 The Trauma of Miscarriage 24:40 Pregnancy Journey and Mental Health 30:40 Concerns About Baby's Growth 34:58 Discovering the Gentle Birthing Method 36:02 Dealing with Placental Insufficiency 36:54 The Pressure of Not Showing During Pregnancy 38:57 Navigating Public Perception and Body Image 42:26 The Trauma of an Emergency C-Section 49:15 The NICU Journey 51:05 The Importance of Mental Health and Support 01:07:28 Reflections on the NHS and Final Thoughts This week's episode includes a paid advertisement for Better Help. You can get your exclusive discount as a Millennial Mind listener using the link ⁠www.betterhelp.com/millennialmind⁠ to start your therapy journey and become your best self. 🔔 Subscribe for more discussions on mental health, personal growth, and healing! / @shivanipaupodcast ✨ Connect with Millennial Mind ✨ Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amillennialmind Shivani Pau Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shivani.pau Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/shivanipaupodcast Performance Planner: https://my-performance-planner.myshopify.com/ Let Me Change Your Mind 🧠 🔑 Keywords / Tags pregnancy journey, miscarriage story, pregnancy loss, emergency c-section, 30 weeks premature, premature birth, NICU baby, motherhood journey, fertility struggles, pregnancy complications, maternal health, emotional healing, premature baby story, Rhona Eskander, A Millennial Mind, Shivani Pau Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices