Women, Anger and Emotional Exhaustion — Jennifer Cox on Being Heard
Tue Feb 03 2026
In this episode, psychotherapist and bestselling author Jennifer Cox explores why so many women feel overwhelmed, unheard, and emotionally drained.
Drawing on years of clinical experience, Jennifer discusses the hidden emotional labour women carry, the pressure to apologise and perform, and how anger — when ignored — can quietly turn into anxiety or depression. She also shares practical ways to recognise emotions, reclaim space, and protect your mental health in a world that expects women to cope silently.
A thoughtful, reassuring listen for anyone who’s ever felt stretched too thin — and wondered why.
What We Cover:
(04:34): Understanding the Role of Psychiatrists(10:16): The Hidden Struggle Many Women Face(16:05): The Impact of Reflexive ‘Sorry’(23:33): The Pressure of Doing It All(28:36): The Importance of Space Over Time(34:13): Navigating Social Media as a Therapist(40:01): Public Scrutiny and Women’s Bodies(44:17): The Unpaid Workload Women Carry
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In this episode, psychotherapist and bestselling author Jennifer Cox explores why so many women feel overwhelmed, unheard, and emotionally drained. Drawing on years of clinical experience, Jennifer discusses the hidden emotional labour women carry, the pressure to apologise and perform, and how anger — when ignored — can quietly turn into anxiety or depression. She also shares practical ways to recognise emotions, reclaim space, and protect your mental health in a world that expects women to cope silently. A thoughtful, reassuring listen for anyone who’s ever felt stretched too thin — and wondered why. What We Cover: (04:34): Understanding the Role of Psychiatrists(10:16): The Hidden Struggle Many Women Face(16:05): The Impact of Reflexive ‘Sorry’(23:33): The Pressure of Doing It All(28:36): The Importance of Space Over Time(34:13): Navigating Social Media as a Therapist(40:01): Public Scrutiny and Women’s Bodies(44:17): The Unpaid Workload Women Carry Follow Jennifer:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jennifercoxpsychotherapist/https://www.instagram.com/womenaremad/Women Are Angry Book: https://www.waterstones.com/book/women-are-angry/jennifer-cox/9781785120930Women Are Mad Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/women-are-mad/id1686583313Website: https://womenaremad.org/ Follow Shreya:Join the Emails: https://www.thefifty1percent.com/joinus YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thefifty1percent Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shreyapatelparekh Instagram 51%: https://www.instagram.com/thefifty1percent/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shreyapatelparekh/ Website: https://www.thefifty1percent.com/