The Life of Bryony

'It changed my life. I couldn’t carry on living, giving myself away like an endless resource.' Anna Mathur on Good Girl Syndrome and People-Pleasing


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Welcome to Life of Bryony, where we dive into life’s messier moments.


GUEST: ANNA MATHUR:

In this week’s episode, I’m joined by psychotherapist Anna Mathur, who discusses the debilitating effects of "Good Girl Syndrome." We chat about the pressures women face to please others, the emotional toll it takes, and the internal conflict of suppressing one's true self for the sake of being liked. Anna shares her own experiences, from people-pleasing to burnout, and the journey toward setting boundaries and reclaiming her sense of self.


This candid conversation covers the difficulties of saying 'no,' the need to unlearn perfectionism, and the empowering moment when you realise that you don’t have to be ‘good’—you just have to be you.


Anna’s latest book ‘The Uncomfortable Truth: Change Your Life By Taming 10 of Your Mind's Greatest Fears’ is out now.  


GET IN TOUCH:

🗣️ If you want to get in touch, I’m only a text or a voice note away! Send your message to 07796657512, starting with LOB.

💬 WhatsApp Shortcut - https://wa.me/447796657512

📧 Or email me at [email protected]


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Bryony xx

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