Heart Full, Mind Heavy

In this powerful episode, Debs and her husband/our producer Andy open up about Andy’s PTSD diagnosis in 2019 and the journey they’ve faced together since.  From the shock of the early days to the long road of treatment and healing, they share the raw realities of living with PTSD - not just for the person diagnosed, but for the partner walking alongside them. Debs talks openly about the often-over...

As the school holidays draw to a close, we’re sitting down to unpack the highs, lows, and everything in between. From the chaos of juggling work and kids to the little golden moments that made it worthwhile, this debrief is our honest take on surviving the summer stretch.  Join us for laughs, lessons learned, and a big sigh of relief as we look ahead to the fresh start of September.  Find us on In...

This week we’re swapping the chaos of daily life for the chaos of… packing. From what not to forget, to keeping kids (and yourself) sane on holiday, we’re sharing our favourite tips for making travel a little less stressful and a lot more enjoyable. Whether you’re a list-maker or a last-minute crammer, this short and sunny check-in is your reminder that holidays are about memories, not perfection....

With our holidays just around the corner, we're squeezing in a quick North/South catch-up. From frantic last-minute prep to slowing down just enough to enjoy it, we share where life's at, what's on the horizon, and the usual mix of honesty and humour.  A short check-in to keep you company (and sane 😂). Find us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heartfull_mindheavy/ Email us at...

This week, Debs & Alex are recording separately as they juggle the chaos and calm of the summer holidays. Alex checks in from a trip away with her kids and we get a little insight into what they really think she does for work. Meanwhile, Debs is home, embracing the slower pace (and a moment to actually breathe). It’s a short, honest check-in to help keep the sanity during the six-week stretch ...

It’s that time again: schools out, kids are home, and the juggle just got real. In this episode of Heart Full, Mind Heavy , we’re talking about surviving the summer holidays while keeping your sanity, your business, and your mental health afloat. From the mum guilt of wanting to create magical memories while also needing a minute to breathe, to the reality of working with kids around, we share wha...

In this episode of Heart Full, Mind Heavy , we’re switching perspectives and stepping into Dad mode. We sit down with Will Rye , who shares his journey from entrepreneurship to fatherhood, and what it’s really like to navigate the messy, magical, and often overwhelming world of parenting from the other side of the fence. We talk about how becoming a dad changed his priorities, the mental load men...

In this episode of Heart Full, Mind Heavy , we’re opening up about something many of us face but rarely say out loud: taking medication for our mental health, and the shame that often comes with it. We chat about what it’s really like to start medication, the fear of what others might think, and the quiet guilt that can come even when you know it’s helping. We explore how cultural expectations, mu...

In this episode of Heart Full, Mind Heavy , we’re taking a breath and looking back on the journey so far. We’ve covered mum guilt, business beginnings, friendship heartbreaks, childhood wounds, and the rollercoaster of raising kids with big feelings . We’ve shared tears, laughter, and the moments that made us pause, and today we’re reflecting on what these first seven episodes have taught us about...

In this episode of Heart Full, Mind Heavy , we’re opening up about something so many parents are facing. School anxiety and avoidance in children We talk about what it looks like when big feelings show up in little people: the tummy aches, the tears at the school gate, the explosive mornings, and the quiet withdrawal. This isn’t about “bad behaviour” it’s about fear, overwhelm, and what happens wh...

In this special two-part episode of Heart Full, Mind Heavy , we’re pulling back the curtain on what it really looks like to take a leap of faith and land on your feet. Part 1 is all about Debbie’s journey: from the early seeds of an idea to launching her business in 2022, and everything it took to get there. We talk about the fear, the doubt, the grit and the people who helped along the way. This...

In Part 2 of How I Did It (And You Can Too) , we hear from Alex. Only nine days into her business journey and already riding the emotional rollercoaster that comes with stepping into the unknown. In this honest and inspiring chat, Alex shares what finally pushed her to take the leap, the powerful meaning behind her company’s name, and why starting her own business was never just about the money. F...

This week on Heart Full, Mind Heavy , we’re exploring the deep, often unspoken impact of growing up with an absent father. We’re sharing our stories of being the secret child, of waiting for someone who never showed up, and of the emotional gaps left behind when a dad chooses distance. From feelings of abandonment and identity struggles to how it’s shaped the way we love, trust, and even parent. W...

This week on Heart Full, Mind Heavy: North & South Unfiltered , we’re diving into the beautiful, complicated world of female friendships. We’re talking about how the right women in your life can be an absolute lifeline. The ones who hold you up when everything else is falling down. Because sometimes, it’s your girlfriends who “get it” before your partner does, who can finish your sentence, or...

Welcome to the very first episode of Heart Full, Mind Heavy: North & South Unfiltered   where two friends from opposite ends of the UK get real about the mental load of modern motherhood. In this episode, we’re diving straight into the chaos: juggling work, raising kids, running a business and somehow still being expected to drink enough water and “make time for ourselves.” Spoiler alert: it’s...

In this deeply personal episode of Heart Full, Mind Heavy , we open up about the experience of growing up with a mum who struggled with alcohol addiction. We talk about the confusion, the chaos, and the quiet hurts that stick with you long after the bottles are gone. From missed moments and emotional absence to the complicated love you still carry for someone who couldn’t always be who you needed,...

Heart Full, Mind Heavy is the honest, unfiltered mental health podcast for women who are juggling many things including motherhood, work, marriage, identity, and their own messy, beautiful minds. Hosted by two friends - one Northern, one Southern - this series dives into the real-life conversations we wish more people were having. From the emotional weight of mum guilt and the constant struggle to...