The Therapy Edit
Anna Mathur
Enjoy a twice weekly dose of The Therapy Edit. On Monday's you'll find Anna answering an 'Ask Anna' listener question along with an expert guest.On Friday's get a glimpse into the therapy room as Anna spends 10 minutes responding to your anonymous 'Confessions from the Therapy Room'. Enjoy Anna's Psychotherapeutic knowledge woven with with candid chat about mental health. Anna Mathur is a Psychotherapist, Times Bestselling author and speaker, passionate about taking therapy outside of the therapy room, sharing insights that have changed the lives of her clients, and transformed hers too.More from Anna:Times Bestselling books:The Uncomfortable Truth: Change your life by taming ten of your mind's greatest fearsRaising a Happier Mother: How to find balance, feel good, and see your children flourish as a result ‘Mind Over Mother - Every mums guide to worry and anxiety in the first yearsKnow Your Worth - How to build your self-esteem, grow in confidence and worry less about what people thinkInstagram: @annamathurWebsite and contact: annamathur.comCourses, sessions and guides: Benefit from resources to support your mental and emotional wellbeing at annamathur.comContacts:Proudly hosted by: GlobalManagement: Bev James Management - enquiries@bevjames.comProduction: Kate Starkey @contentinthecotswoldsAudio: John Shepheard. Aloe Audio - aloeaudio.comDesign: Amber Miller. Ooh La La Studio - oohlala.studio
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Jun 9, 2023 • 22min
One Thing with Saira Khan on how to glow from the inside out
Saira Khan, broadcaster, author and founder of SairaSkin, champions holistic, confidence-building skincare. She explores sensory rituals, plant-oil approaches and how touch and scent boost wellbeing. They discuss morning routines, making time to care for yourself, links between skin and overall health, and owning scars and ageing to model confidence.
Jun 5, 2023 • 11min
On 5 ways to better channel your rage
A candid dive into surprising anger that can arise in motherhood. Moments of fierce protection and messy emotions are explored. Five practical ways to channel rage are offered, from guarding rest to setting boundaries. Encourages reclaiming joy and speaking up so fierce feelings fuel healthier parenting.
Jun 2, 2023 • 23min
One Thing with Daisy Upton on why 5 minutes really is enough
Daisy Upton, creator of Five Minute Mum and ex-primary school teaching assistant, shares quick, five-minute activities for little children. She explains how short, playful setups build skills without pressure. They discuss leaving activities out to let kids lead, balancing planning with spontaneity, and using tiny moments for learning and parental self-care.
May 29, 2023 • 12min
On some brilliant tips for health anxiety
In this insightful discussion, Anna delves into effective coping techniques for health anxiety. She emphasizes the importance of visualizing a compassionate guide during anxious moments and suggests practical monitoring plans to manage health concerns. By understanding the physiology of anxiety and utilizing breathing techniques, listeners can gain clarity and calmness. The conversation also explores the vulnerability love brings, and how to navigate fears about loved ones' health. Anna concludes by encouraging further exploration through her workshop and book.
May 26, 2023 • 21min
One Thing with Gemma Bird on how the the early years of motherhood cost AND give the most
Gemma Bird, Money Mum Official — money-saving advisor, author and ITV Saver Squad contributor. She talks about the financial squeeze of the 0–4 years and why it is short-lived yet precious. Practical hacks include audits, secondhand swaps, toy rotations and side income ideas. She also discusses planning with a money journal and resisting social pressure to keep spending in check.
May 22, 2023 • 11min
On taking the stress out of small talk
A short guide to making mingling easier with practical, low-pressure tactics. Tips include open questions to steer conversations and simple comforts like holding a mug to ease nerves. The show explores why shallow chat feels draining and suggests small admissions of awkwardness can spark real connection. It also offers polite exit lines to leave conversations without stress.
May 19, 2023 • 23min
One Thing with Lorraine Candy on accepting that your children won't always be happy
Lorraine Candy, journalist and author who writes about parenting and midlife, shares tough-love wisdom from raising four children. She explains why it is okay for kids to feel sad. Short, honest takes on avoiding toxic positivity, modelling real emotions, and how repair and boundaries keep families safe.
May 15, 2023 • 11min
On one tweak to find more calm and patience
A personal story about cutting back on alcohol and how one small tweak changed daily calm. Tales of evening rituals, social drinking norms, and discovering alcohol-free alternatives. Reflections on nervous system effects, sleep, and reduced reactivity after trying alcohol-free days.
May 12, 2023 • 23min
One Thing With Ruby Warrington on the stubbornly taboo topic of women without kids
Ruby Warrington, an editor and cultural commentator, dives into the often-ignored topic of women without kids. She explores societal taboos surrounding motherhood, challenging the notion that childless women are somehow lacking. Ruby critiques the simplistic mother/non-mother binary, highlighting the nuanced experiences of women on this spectrum. She emphasizes the importance of inclusive conversations and the unique contributions non-mothers bring to friendships. Her insights invite a broader understanding of women's diverse paths, encouraging a new legacy beyond motherhood.
May 8, 2023 • 11min
On a powerful way to grow your ‘village’
This conversation delves into the universal desire for emotional support and the moments when we crave mothering. It highlights the struggle between self-parenting and the need for external kindness. The guilt of accepting help is tackled, along with the confidence required to both give and receive support. Personal anecdotes reveal the fear of judgment that often leads to rebuffing offers of help. The introduction of the Mum Ribbon Movement provides a tangible way for mothers to signal openness to support, fostering a community of care.
