Why do so many women struggle to prioritize joy, even when they know they need it?
In this conversation, clinical psychologist Dr. Kristine Laderoute returns to the podcast to discuss why so many women feel disconnected from themselves and guilty for wanting to have more fun in midlife.
She and Andryanna unpack the psychology behind fun, the surprising health benefits of playfulness and social connection, and why adding just 15 minutes of enjoyment to your day can have a meaningful impact on your mental and physical well-being.
In this episode:
• Why so many women struggle to prioritize fun (without feeling guilty);
• The hidden cost of always being the responsible one;
• The PERMA model and the science of psychological well-being;
• How burnout, emotional flatness, and self-disconnection are connected;
• Why social connection matters more than we realize;
• The surprising power of just 15 minutes a day;
• Practical ways to rediscover joy without adding more to your to-do list.
Whether you've been feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or simply like you've lost touch with yourself, this episode offers practical, research-backed encouragement to reconnect with what makes you feel most alive.
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Keywords: women's mental health, fun, joy, burnout, emotional wellbeing, PERMA, positive psychology, social connection, motherhood, self-care, guilt, work-life balance, psychologist, Canadian women
