Recorded at 5am, surrounded by boxes and chaos, this episode is raw, unpolished, and real — because that’s where I’m at. We’re mid-move, and I’m holding it all: two kids, the mental load, the guilt, the transitions… and the exhaustion no one warns you about.
In this episode, I reflect in real time on the emotional toll of moving house as a mother — especially with a neurodivergent child who needs routine to feel safe. I talk openly about the guilt that comes with splitting your focus, the way moving strains even the strongest relationships, and why the “organised one” in the family always seems to fall apart quietly.
You’ll also hear some eye-opening research on:
• Why moving is ranked more stressful than divorce
• The hidden emotional toll of relocation on female caregivers
• How transitions like this impact autistic children differently
• And why “he’ll be fine” isn’t always a fair assumption for our youngest
If you’re mid-move, mid-breakdown, or just holding more than anyone sees — this one’s for you.
You’re not failing. You’re just moving. And that counts for everything.
Introduction for Overstimulated and Unfiltered
Why do goodbyes feel so weird?
In this episode, I’m unpacking the awkwardness, the emotions, and the overthinking that often come with saying goodbye — especially in family life.
I’m joined by Lauren for a raw chat on how goodbyes really land when you’re a teenager… and whether adults make them harder than they need to be...
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Hi, I’m Tiina — and I’m an overthinker.
In this episode, I’m unpacking the habit of overthinking… how it creeps into parenting, relationships, and everyday life.
Why do we do it?
Does it protect us — or just keep us stuck?
A raw take on the mental spiral we all know too well… and how we can sit with it, without letting it run the show.
Why do we snap, shut down, or absorb energy we don’t want? This episode dives into self-regulation and emotional awareness — how our nervous system reacts, why old patterns hijack us, and simple ways we can pause, reset, and stop being ruled by the mood of the room.
We’re praised for being strong — but at what cost? This episode unpacks the silent burnout that comes from constantly holding it together. From gender roles to societal pressure, I’m exploring why so many of us end up over functioning, under-supported, and quietly exhausted.
When did you start disappearing into your roles? In this first episode of Overstimulated and Unfiltered, Tiina explores the quiet identity leak that happens in early motherhood — when the overstimulation, the mental load, and the pressure to be everything to everyone slowly eclipse who you are. A raw, relatable start to a podcast that doesn’t have all the answers — just honest conversations that make you feel seen.
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