Why Does First Love Hurt So Much? (And How to Heal)
Delve into the complexities of first love and heartbreak. We explore the intense emotions, challenges, and lasting impact of early relationships.This episode covers:* Why first love can be so emotionally overwhelming (and why it hurts so much)* The role of emotional regulation (or the lack thereof) in young relationships* How to navigate heartbreak and begin the healing process* Understanding common patterns and experiences in first love* Tips for parents and friends on supporting young people through heartbreakTimestamps:* 0:00 Intro* 5:49 First Relationship Experiences* 10:08 The Problem: Lack of Emotional Education* 16:25 Normalising Grief and Heartbreak* 20:03 Understanding Emotions* 26:34 Ways to Help & SupportIf you've ever experienced the highs and lows of first love, or if you're supporting someone who is, this episode is for you.👍 Like, share, and subscribe for more honest conversations about relationships and emotions!🎁 Special thanks to BetterHelp for sponsoring this episode! #AD Get 10% off your first month: betterhelp.com/sinead#firstlove #heartbreak #emotionalregulation #relationships #breakup #healing #younglove #podcast“30 Days to a New YOU!” rewires your mind for clarity, confidence, and peace. Daily meditations, journaling, and mindfulness create unstoppable transformation. Imagine waking up excited, aligned, free. Don’t miss this chance. Enrol now: https://www.thebraveway.co/30days-newyou💆♀️ MEDITATION & MINDFULNESS- The Brave Meditation Hub - Use code "MEDITATE" for 20% off- Finding Yourself 21 Day Meditation Course📚 FREE RESOURCES- Monday Musings Weekly Email - Sign Up Here- How I Dealt With Anxiety (FREE Ebook)- Relationships You Should Know These Things - Ebook🎯 CONNECT & STAY UPDATED- Send questions: Sinead Says Podcast- Follow Sinead- Share with a friend who needs this message—they'll thank you later.📝 ABOUTSinead Hegarty hosts The Sinead Says Podcast, where she helps women understand emotions, human behaviour, relationships, and psychology. Passionate about mental health and personal growth, she shares practical tools and insights that empower women to take control of their minds and live purposefully.🎬 Produced by Dreamers Media Pty Ltd
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Let’s talk about LOVE, S*X and How to know who’s right for you?
Think love is about finding "the one"? It's not. I break down why commitment—not perfection—is what really makes a relationship work 💥.In this episode, I share what I’ve learned from Conversations on Love:Why there’s no “right” person, just the right effort.How sex changes when your bond is secure.What really shows love—because words aren’t enough.I’ve got personal stories too (wait till you hear about the limoncello fight over a Garmin charger 😂), some therapy insights, and Sam joins me for a real chat about what we wish we knew about love.Single? In a relationship? Just want to figure love out? This one’s for you.Belfast event : The Future is Female (use code sinead for discount)https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-future-is-female-tickets-1295647098349?aff=oddtdtcreator🎁 Special thanks to BetterHelp for sponsoring this episode! #AD Get 10% off your first month: betterhelp.com/sinead“30 Days to a New YOU!” rewires your mind for clarity, confidence, and peace. Daily meditations, journaling, and mindfulness create unstoppable transformation. Imagine waking up excited, aligned, free. Don’t miss this chance. Enrol now: https://www.thebraveway.co/30days-newyou💆♀️ MEDITATION & MINDFULNESS- The Brave Meditation Hub - Use code "MEDITATE" for 20% off- Finding Yourself 21 Day Meditation Course📚 FREE RESOURCES- Monday Musings Weekly Email - Sign Up Here- How I Dealt With Anxiety (FREE Ebook)- Relationships You Should Know These Things - Ebook🎯 CONNECT & STAY UPDATED- Send questions: Sinead Says Podcast- Follow Sinead- Share with a friend who needs this message—they'll thank you later.📝 ABOUTSinead Hegarty hosts The Sinead Says Podcast, where she helps women understand emotions, human behaviour, relationships, and psychology. Passionate about mental health and personal growth, she shares practical tools and insights that empower women to take control of their minds and live purposefully.🎬 Produced by Dreamers Media Pty Ltd
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The Psychology of Learning & Feeling happier!
Feeling stuck or uninspired? Here's why learning something new could change your brain and your life.In this season opener, Sinead Hegarty brings a refreshing wave of energy and wisdom, reflecting on her recent personal milestones and what she's been learning along the way. From studying positive psychology to completing a half marathon, Sinead draws compelling links between everyday habits and brain-enhancing science.She dives deep into how learning new things boosts neuroplasticity, memory, and even emotional regulation by strengthening your brain’s gray matter and prefrontal cortex. Through heartfelt personal stories and scientific insights, she reveals how meditation and learning spark dopamine, build cognitive reserves, and even mimic the psychological effects of “runner’s high.”Future episodes promise to explore relationships, early love, and spiritual growth, all through a psychology-backed lens.🎧 If you’re ready to feel inspired, mentally sharper, and more connected to your purpose, this episode is your sign to press play.🎁 Special thanks to BetterHelp for sponsoring this episode! #AD Get 10% off your first month: betterhelp.com/sinead💆♀️ MEDITATION & MINDFULNESS- The Brave Meditation Hub - Use code "MEDITATE" for 20% off- Finding Yourself 21 Day Meditation Course📚 FREE RESOURCES- Monday Musings Weekly Email - Sign Up Here- How I Dealt With Anxiety (FREE Ebook)- Relationships You Should Know These Things - Ebook🎯 CONNECT & STAY UPDATED- Send questions: Sinead Says Podcast- Follow Sinead- Share with a friend who needs this message—they'll thank you later.📝 ABOUTSinead Hegarty hosts The Sinead Says Podcast, where she helps women understand emotions, human behaviour, relationships, and psychology. Passionate about mental health and personal growth, she shares practical tools and insights that empower women to take control of their minds and live purposefully.🎬 Produced by Dreamers Media Pty Ltd
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Understanding Toxic People!
This episode delves into toxic behaviours, manipulation, and emotional dynamics, explaining why some people exhibit toxic tendencies and how understanding psychology can provide closure and personal growth.🎁 Special thanks to BetterHelp for sponsoring this episode! #AD Get 10% off your first month: betterhelp.com/sinead“30 Days to a New YOU!” rewires your mind for clarity, confidence, and peace. Daily meditations, journaling, and mindfulness create unstoppable transformation. Imagine waking up excited, aligned, free. Don’t miss this chance. Enrol now: https://www.thebraveway.co/30days-newyou💆♀️ MEDITATION & MINDFULNESS- The Brave Meditation Hub - Use code "MEDITATE" for 20% off- Finding Yourself 21 Day Meditation Course📚 FREE RESOURCES- Monday Musings Weekly Email - Sign Up Here- How I Dealt With Anxiety (FREE Ebook)- Relationships You Should Know These Things - Ebook🎯 CONNECT & STAY UPDATED- Send questions: Sinead Says Podcast- Follow Sinead- Share with a friend who needs this message—they'll thank you later.📝 ABOUTSinead Hegarty hosts The Sinead Says Podcast, where she helps women understand emotions, human behaviour, relationships, and psychology. Passionate about mental health and personal growth, she shares practical tools and insights that empower women to take control of their minds and live purposefully.🎬 Produced by Dreamers Media Pty Ltd
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How to Change Your Mind and Your Life for Good - Expert Neuroscientist Brian Pennie (#116)
Brian Pennie shares his journey from a 15-year heroin addiction to becoming a neuroscientist and speaker. He explains how childhood trauma, particularly an unmedicated surgery as an infant, played a role in his struggles with anxiety and addiction. Through deep self-awareness, acceptance, and resilience, he was able to break free from his addiction and dedicate his life to studying neuroscience and helping others.🎁 Special thanks to BetterHelp for sponsoring this episode! #AD Get 10% off your first month: betterhelp.com/sinead00:00:20 - Growing Up in a Tough NeighboUrhood00:01:37 - First Encounter with Drugs00:02:22 - Falling into Addiction00:03:56 - Living as a Functional Addict00:10:38 - The Deception of Addiction00:12:40 - The Power of Acceptance00:14:01 - Realisation and Acceptance00:16:59 - Previous Attempts to Change00:17:52 - The Turning Point00:19:02 - Finding a New Direction00:20:28 - Discovering Spirituality00:21:48 - The Power of Belief and Support00:23:02 - Journey into Neuroscience00:24:29 - Overcoming Challenges and Building Resilience00:24:51 - Changing the System00:30:00 - The Power of Breathwork00:32:42 - The Need for Meditation and Breathwork in Schools00:37:23 - Understanding and Regulating Emotions00:37:58 - The Importance of Action and Practice00:45:03 - The Power of Self-Talk00:45:44 - Understanding Self-Talk and Inner Critic00:47:09 - Challenging Negative Self-Talk and Limiting Beliefs00:49:20 - Overcoming Fear and Embracing Imperfection00:55:00 - The Impact of Mindfulness and Meditation00:55:48 - Different Approaches to Mindfulness and Meditation00:56:34 - The Role of Trauma in Meditation Practice00:59:50 - The Power of Mindfulness and Breath work01:00:57 - Finding Inner Peace Through Meditation01:01:01 - Returning to Spirituality and Mindfulness01:02:05 - Future Projects and Where to Find BrianLinks & Resources Mentioned • “The Body Keeps the Score” by Bessel van der Kolk (mentioned at [00:02:52]) – A book explaining how trauma affects the body and mind.“30 Days to a New YOU!” rewires your mind for clarity, confidence, and peace. Daily meditations, journaling, and mindfulness create unstoppable transformation. Imagine waking up excited, aligned, free. Don’t miss this chance. Enrol now: https://www.thebraveway.co/30days-newyou💆♀️ MEDITATION & MINDFULNESS- The Brave Meditation Hub - Use code "MEDITATE" for 20% off- Finding Yourself 21 Day Meditation Course📚 FREE RESOURCES- Monday Musings Weekly Email - Sign Up Here- How I Dealt With Anxiety (FREE Ebook)- Relationships You Should Know These Things - Ebook🎯 CONNECT & STAY UPDATED- Send questions: Sinead Says Podcast- Follow Sinead- Share with a friend who needs this message—they'll thank you later.📝 ABOUTSinead Hegarty hosts The Sinead Says Podcast, where she helps women understand emotions, human behaviour, relationships, and psychology. Passionate about mental health and personal growth, she shares practical tools and insights that empower women to take control of their minds and live purposefully.🎬 Produced by Dreamers Media Pty Ltd
Welcome to The Sinead Says Podcast. Sinead Hegarty is the host. She is a speaker, writer, and meditation pro. In this podcast, you will learn ways to get better at improving yourself. You'll understand emotions too. And you'll learn how to care for relationships. Listen to hear great ideas on changing how you talk to yourself, ways to deal with tough times in life. Plus, how to reach your personal goals. Sinead will share valuable lessons about relationships that she has learned on her journey.
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