Further Support & Resources
At Mayari Mind, we know that healing doesn’t stop when the course ends. Sometimes the most powerful shifts come from hearing a new perspective, listening to another woman’s story, or finding a simple practice that lands at just the right moment.
Here, you’ll find a carefully curated collection of external talks, podcasts, and articles that complement the themes we explore in The Occupational Therapy Reset for Women Navigating Life Transitions.
These are trusted resources we love and recommend — each one offering another doorway into rest, reflection, and resilience.
If you’re ready to take a deeper step in your journey, The Occupational Therapy Mental Health Reset is designed to support you with expert guidance and practical strategies.
Explore the Reset CourseBreathwork & Nervous System Regulation
- TED Talk: The Healing Power of Breath
Explore how diaphragmatic breathing can calm the nervous system and bring you back into balance. [Watch here →] - Podcast: Breathwork for Everyday Stress A practical conversation on simple techniques to reset your body in moments of overwhelm.
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- TED Talk: How Trauma Shapes You — and How You Can Reinvent the Story
A deeply compassionate exploration of how trauma lives in the body, and how we can reclaim agency through awareness, connection, and self‑compassion.
[Watch here →]
Women’s Mental Health & Identity
- Podcast: The Mental Load and Motherhood
A thoughtful exploration of the invisible work women carry — and how to share the load with compassion. [Listen here →] - TED Talk: The Space Between Self-Esteem and Self-Compassion
Learn how practicing kindness toward yourself can be a powerful antidote to self-criticism. [Watch here →] - Podcast: Unlocking Us with Brené Brown
Honest conversations about being human — exploring courage, vulnerability, belonging, and the stories we carry as women.
[Listen here →]
Life Transitions
- TED Talk- The Beauty of Transitions [Watch here →]
- TED Talk- What the Tree of Life Can Teach us about Transitions [Watch here →]
- Article- How to Survive Life Transitions [Read here → ]
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Get the Free Digital ShowbagMindfulness & Stress Management
Resources that support grounding, self-awareness, and emotional regulation.
- Meditation apps or guided practices (Headspace, Insight Timer)
- TED Talks on mindfulness for resilience -
Nutrition & Mental Health
- Podcast: The Food & Mood Connection
A discussion on how nutrients like omega-3s, B vitamins, and gut health play a role in reducing anxiety and supporting overall mental wellbeing. [Listen here →] - Article: Eating Ourselves Happy: How Our Food Can Transform Our Mental Health
Learn about the important relationship between food choices and mental health, and how nutrition can support mental wellbeing.
Read here →
Sleep & Rest
Women’s mental health is strongly tied to sleep quality, especially during hormonal transitions.
- TED Talk Sleep is your superpower [Watch here →]
Article on sleep hygiene for women:
- 12 Healthy Sleep Hygiene Tips [Read here→}
Relationships & Social Connection
Navigating friendships, family, and partner dynamics during transitions.
- Podcast: Boundary Setting for Women [Listen Here → ]
- TED Talk: The Power & Science of Social Connection [Watch here → ]
Hormonal Health & Wellbeing
Transitions like pregnancy, postpartum, and menopause deeply affect mental health.
- TED Talk: The Menopause Manifesto [Listern here→ ]
- TED Talk: The Mind Body Connection [Watch here→ ]
- Perinatal Anxiety & Depression Australia [Read here →]
- Podcase: This Glorious Mess [Listen here →]
- Beyond the Bump Podcast [Listen here →]
- Podcast: The Dr Louise Newson Podcast (Balance Menopause)
Hosted by Dr Louise Newson, this podcast explores perimenopause and menopause through evidence-based insights, myth busting, and real stories — with a focus on hormonal, emotional, and mental wellbeing.
[Listen here →]
Creativity & Self-Expression
For many women, creative practices help process emotions and identity changes
- TED Talk:
- The Healing Power of Journaling: Techniques for Mental Clarity [Read here →]
Grief
Grief can reshape identity and daily life — these resources offer gentle support for navigating loss with compassion and resilience.
- Good Mourning Podcast [Listen here →]
- TED Talk: We don't "move on" from grief. We move forward with it [Watch here →]
Therapeutic Services
Concordia Music Therapy (Simply Concordia)
Concordia Music Therapy offers tailored music therapy to support emotional wellbeing, self-expression, and nervous system regulation. Based in East and South-East Melbourne, and available via telehealth across Australia, they work with teens, adults, and the LGBTQIA+ community. Their therapists use singing, instrumental play, songwriting, improvisation, and music listening to help you process feelings, build resilience, and connect with yourself. You can make an enquiry or book sessions directly through their website.
Visit Concordia Music Therapy →
Regulate Mind & Body
Founded by OT + Stretch Therapist Karlye Williamson, Regulate Mind & Body offers a holistic, evidence-informed approach to nervous system regulation, combining stretch therapy, meditation, and education. Their six-week Regulating Nervous System Pathways program teaches you practical tools to ease tension, calm anxiety, and reconnect with your body.
Explore Regulate Mind & Body →
Domestic Violence Support
If you or someone you know is experiencing family or domestic violence, please know you are not alone. There is support available to help you through this difficult time.
Australia:
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1800RESPECT
24/7 support for family, domestic, and sexual violence.
Call: 1800 737 732
Online: 1800RESPECT Website
United States:
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National Domestic Violence Hotline
Free, confidential support for individuals affected by domestic violence.
Call: 1-800-799-SAFE (1-800-799-7233)
Text: Text "START" to 88788
Online: The Hotline
International Support:
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International Directory of Hotlines: No More Global Directory
A comprehensive list of crisis hotlines available in various countries around the world.
Mental Health Crisis Support
If you or someone you know is in emotional distress, overwhelmed, or thinking about self-harm, please know that help is available right now. These services provide immediate, confidential support.
Australia
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Lifeline – 13 11 14 (24/7 crisis support and suicide prevention)
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Beyond Blue Support Service – 1300 22 4636 (Mental health support, 24/7)
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Suicide Call Back Service – 1300 659 467 (Free, 24/7 counselling for people at risk of suicide)
International
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HelpGuide: Find Help Worldwide
Access global mental health and crisis support services by country.
Visit HelpGuide.org →
If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, please contact emergency services or go to the nearest hospital.