Michelle Glogovac welcomes psychotherapist and author Jennifer Cox to My Simplified Life for a candid conversation about her book Women Are Angry. They dive into how society views and polices women’s anger, the emotional fallout of current events, and the political weight of expressing rage as a woman.

The episode explores issues like body autonomy, how COVID disrupted women’s support systems, and the deep connection between stress and physical health. Jennifer sheds light on why it’s crucial for women to name their emotions, reclaim their anger, and take back their agency.

If you’ve ever been told you’re “too much” for feeling deeply—this one’s for you.

What We're Talking About...

• It's okay to be mad and express anger.
• Cultural differences affect how women express anger.
• The chaos of current events can lead to feelings of shock and paralysis.
• Everything in life is political, including women's rights and health.
• Women often carry stress and anger in their bodies.
• COVID has exacerbated feelings of isolation among women.
• Personal health issues can be linked to stress and societal pressures.
• Social media can negatively impact mental health.
• Women are increasingly waking up to their political agency.
• Conversations about women's issues are crucial for empowerment.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Cultural Differences in Anger 04:12 The Impact of Constant Chaos 07:12 Navigating Political Conversations 10:07 Women’s Anger and Body Autonomy 13:00 The Political Nature of Everyday Life 16:02 The Awakening of Women’s Voices 18:57 Personal Experiences with Stress and Health 22:04 Comparing Reactions to the Book in the UK and US 34:22 Embracing Anger: A Call to Action 34:47 Building Community Through Shared Experiences

Links Mentioned

Women Are Angry by Jennifer Cox

​https://bookshop.org/a/99223/9781684816934 

Women Are Mad Podcast

https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/women-are-mad/id1686583313