Ready for a new take on your postpartum mental health? I'm Susannah, a licensed therapist and coach and I help postpartum moms take ownership of their mental health and overcome struggles related to stress and anxiety. In this podcast you're going to learn why you're stuck, why our current system is failing postpartum moms, and what you can do about it to start living the life you actually want to live.
Ready for a new take on your postpartum mental health? I'm Susannah, a licensed therapist and coach and I help postpartum moms take ownership of their mental health and overcome struggles related to stress and anxiety. In this podcast you're going to learn why you're stuck, why our current system is failing postpartum moms, and what you can do about it to start living the life you actually want to live.
Being told to “stop overthinking” can feel frustrating — especially when your mind won’t stop analyzing, evaluating, replaying, and scanning for danger. But what if overthinking isn’t the real problem? What if it’s a signal pointing to something deeper?
In this episode, Susannah explains why the mind gets stuck in mental loops during early motherhood, why logical solutions don’t calm emotional discomfort, and how “overthinking” is often a sign of unprocessed feelings rather than too many thoughts. You’ll learn how to recognize rumination for what it is — a safety behavior — and how to shift into choices that support genuine emotional freedom.
What We Explore in This Episode
Why early motherhood creates the perfect storm for overthinking
How emotional suppression fills your “internal tank” and triggers anxious thoughts
Why the content of your worries often has nothing to do with the feelings underneath
Rumination as a mental safety behavior — and why it keeps you stuck
How to interrupt the rumination cycle using three simple, repeatable steps
Why moving against fear is one of the most powerful parts of healing
What You'll Take Away
Overthinking isn’t a character flaw or a sign that something is wrong with you — it’s a coping strategy your mind learned to use when emotions felt overwhelming or unsafe. True healing comes from reconnecting with your body, fully allowing and feeling your emotions, and choosing actions that reflect your values rather than your mind's fear.
Download my FREE guide to understanding anxiety and intrusive thoughts in early motherhood HERE.
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Got a question about early motherhood, anxiety, or anything we discussed today? I'd love to hear from you! Send your questions to susannah@susannahlongcoaching.com and I might feature your question (anonymously) in a future episode.
DISCLAIMER: This podcast represents the opinions of Susannah Long, LMFT. The content of this podcast is for educational purposes only and is not a replacement for medical or mental health care from a licensed mental health professional. In no way does listening, emailing, or interacting on social media platforms with content establish a therapist - client relationship or coach - client relationship.
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