Think Hive

18/05/2026

I heard a metaphor recently and honestly… I can’t stop thinking about it.

As mums, we juggle so many balls at once — work, kids, relationships, house stuff, appointments, our own wellbeing (somewhere at the bottom of the list).

But here’s the part that hit me:
Some balls bounce when you drop them.

Others smash.

And the real skill isn’t juggling everything perfectly — it’s knowing which balls you can afford to drop for now.

The washing? It bounces.
The perfectly planned meals? Bounces.
Replying to every message instantly? Definitely bounces.

Your health?
Your mental load?
Your connection with your kids?

Those are the glass ones.

If you’re feeling stretched, overwhelmed, or like you’re “failing”, maybe you’re just holding too many glass balls at once.

Give yourself permission to let the rubber ones hit the floor. They’ll bounce back when you’re ready.

You don’t have to hold everything today.

17/05/2026

Things I do to look after my wellbeing as a therapist mum:
- I rest. Life is busy, there’s always something else to do. But giving myself permission to stop, actively be inactive, is important in helping me recharge and also remind myself that sometimes doing nothing is the most important ‘something’ I could be doing.
- I exercise! Sometimes at a class, sometimes at home, sometimes with friends, sometimes with my kids in tow at a mumfit class. Movement really is medicine and I always feel better after getting some in!
- I take supplements. It’s taken some time to find the right ones for me, and they can be costly, but boy do I feel the difference when I don’t take them. They help with my hormones, sleep, energy, the list goes on!
- I get outside as often as possible. Even on work days, I’ll squeeze 10/15mins walking locally just to get outside for abit. As humans, being exposed to sunlight is so important for things like circadian rhythm and sleep, but being in nature or watching the world around me is also very grounding.
- I have a few none negotiables that are just for me, that I try to stick to 90% of the time. For me that’s skin care routine; having things that are personally rewarding or of value can really improve how we feel. Simple solutions are usually good ones!
- I use the 3 buckets - must, should and could - to organise my to do’s and help me mitigate the risk of over loading myself!
- Finally, I reflect on when I’m feeling overwhelmed; am I trying to do too much, have I been telling myself that I’m failing? Am I just going through a hard time right now - is there anything I can control in that? Self reflection can make the difference between catching and ‘unhooking’ from something that doesn’t serve me vs spiralling into a period of stress or overwhelm.

What works for you?

www.thinkhivehealth.co.uk

15/05/2026

Breaking the Bias: ADHD in Women 🧠✨
For a long time, the "face" of ADHD was a hyperactive young boy. But we now know that ADHD doesn’t look the same for everyone, especially for women and girls. Because our symptoms often lean toward inattentiveness rather than physical hyperactivity, many of us go undiagnosed until adulthood.

Let’s clear up some of the most common misconceptions you might see scrolling through your feed.

14/05/2026

🚫 Myths vs. Facts
Stigma often lives in the gap between what people think and the reality of the situation.

14/05/2026

It isn't always as seen.
Burnout can be hidden behind the perfect picture.
What does burnout look like for you?

13/05/2026

You Can’t Pour From an Empty Cup
Does it feel like your "mental load" has become a heavy weight you just can’t shake?

Maternal burnout is more than just being "tired." It’s that feeling of physical exhaustion, emotional detachment, and the sense that no matter how much you do, it’s never enough.

It’s time to stop just "getting through the day" and start reclaiming your headspace.

We're hosting a specialised course designed to give you practical, evidence-based CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) tools to manage the cycle of burnout. We’ll dive into:

Breaking the Guilt Cycle: Identifying the "shoulds" that keep you stuck.

Reframing Thoughts: Learning to challenge the internal critic.

Practical Pacing: Strategies to manage your energy without the burnout crash.

Sustainable Self-Care: Moving beyond bubble baths to real mental boundaries.

You deserve to enjoy motherhood, not just survive it.

11/05/2026

Burnout isn't a character flaw; it’s a nervous system response. A therapist can help you find the 'off' switch for your survival mode.

Contact us to find out more on Burnout and Perfectionism.

09/05/2026

Motherhood can be beautiful… and incredibly lonely.
This is a blog about the mothers who felt unseen, the friendships that changed, and what becoming a mum taught me about empathy, support, and emotional connection 🤍

Many mothers quietly carry feelings of loneliness and emotional invisibility. This honest reflection explores what becoming a mother taught me about empathy, friendship, and the support women truly need.

07/05/2026

Motherhood burnout is often depicted as "being tired" or "having a messy house," but the reality is much more psychological and invasive. There are several signs that fly under the radar.

1. The "Touch Out" Reflex
You flinch when your partner tries to hug you or feel a flash of irrational anger when a child brushes against your arm.

2. Decision Paralysis (Mental "Fog")
Burnout fries the executive function of the brain. When you spend all day making micro-decisions (what’s for lunch, where are the socks, is the nap too long?), your brain eventually shuts down.

3. Revenge Bedtime Procrastination.
You spend hours scrolling on your phone or watching TV at 1:00 AM. You know you’ll regret it in the morning, but those quiet hours feel like the only way to reclaim your identity.

4. Overstimulation Rage
The sound of a toy making noise, the TV in the background, and a child asking a question all at once triggers an immediate, "Hulk-like" internal rage. You aren't "mean"; your brain is literally unable to process any more input.

Join us to explore CBT techniques to manage perfectionism and Burnout for mother's.

Book: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/how-to-be-an-imperfect-mum-tickets-1988623573641?aff=oddtdtcreator&_gl=1*14l28kt*_up*MQ..*_ga*NzQ1NDU3NDY2LjE3NzgwNjg5MzA.*_ga_TQVES5V6SH*czE3NzgwNjg5MjkkbzEkZzEkdDE3NzgwNjk2NzAkajE2JGwwJGgw&keep_tld=true

06/05/2026

🌸How to be the imperfect Mum: Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week 🌸
This Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week, we want to cut through the "perfect mum" noise and talk about the reality of the mental load.

Being a "good mum" does'nt mean doing it all, doing it perfectly, and putting ourselves last. But the truth? Constant perfectionism is the fastest route to burnout.

We are incredibly proud to announce our upcoming 4-part CBT-based course, specifically designed to help mums break the cycle of exhaustion and self-pressure.

The Details
🎟️ Book your spot here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/how-to-be-an-imperfect-mum-tickets-1988623573641?aff=oddtdtcreator&_gl=1*1um4uxt*_up*MQ..*_ga*NzMyOTI2MTQ1LjE3NzgwNjk4MTY.*_ga_TQVES5V6SH*czE3NzgwNjk4MTQkbzEkZzEkdDE3NzgwNzEwMTAkajQ5JGwwJGgw

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