Seven Deadly Sins - Envy

Written By Peta Titter

Welcome to "The Little Black Dress of Women’s Health: The Seven Deadly Sins Series"

Episode 4: Envy – Understanding Desires and Societal Judgments in Postnatal Motherhood

Join Peta Titter, Founder and CEO of the Women's Health Education Network, and Frances Bilbao, award-winning psychologist, as they explore the complex emotion of Envy in the context of postnatal motherhood. This episode discusses how envy can highlight unspoken desires and the intense pressures new mothers face in comparing themselves to others.

In This Episode:

  • Unpacking Envy: Delve into how envy is more than just wanting what others have; it's often a reflection of deeper unmet needs and desires in the postnatal period.

  • Societal Pressures: Examine the role of social media and community expectations that exacerbate feelings of inadequacy and competition among new mothers.

  • Shifting Perspectives: Learn how to recognize and address these feelings constructively, fostering a more supportive environment for oneself and others.

Why This Episode Is a Must-Listen:

  • Deep Dive into Emotions: Gain a deeper understanding of how envy affects mental health and social interactions among new mothers.

  • Supportive Strategies: Discover ways to cope with and transform feelings of envy into opportunities for personal growth and community building.

  • Insightful Discussions: Join a conversation that encourages honesty about personal struggles, promoting a healthier approach to dealing with complex emotions.

This episode offers a unique look at how envy can both challenge and enlighten new mothers, encouraging a shift towards more genuine self-acceptance and mutual support in motherhood

Listen now on our website or your favourite streaming service and join the conversation that every mother needs to hear.

Special Thanks:

  • Musical Magic: Hats off to Jill Norton and Tim Jones for the catchy jingle that sets the perfect tone for our series.

  • Symbolic Insight: Danae Thorp from Spellbox, who brought a refreshing twist to our discussions with botanical representations of each sin.

  • Behind the Scenes: A huge shoutout to Cameron Heit and the team at Production Farm Studios for their impeccable production quality.

  • Imagery Excellence: Special thanks to Alex Ennis for his amazing work on the imagery that visually captures the essence of our themes and enriches our content.

Symbolizing the Sins with Nature

In crafting this series, we chose to symbolize each of the sins with specific plants and flowers, adding a unique and meaningful layer to our discussions. Special thanks to Alex Ennis for the exceptional artwork that brings these symbols to life. We also appreciate Diane Thorpe from Spellbox for her expertise in selecting and providing the insightful descriptions for each symbol.

Laurel (Laurus nobilis)

The laurel is a plant is woven into crowns as a symbol of victory and honour. It is a plant that bestows acknowledgement to another. Laurel also reminds us to always claim our own power and uniqueness. Envy can translate to admiration of another and when we do this we are also acknowledging our own talents and skills. Eupheme is a mythological spirit of praise and applause. She reminds us that everyone has a time to shine.

Need Immediate Help?

If you or someone you know is struggling during the postnatal period, it's crucial to remember that immediate help is available. Here are steps and resources you can turn to:

  • In Urgent Situations:

    • Hospital Emergency: Visit your nearest hospital emergency department.

    • Ambulance: Dial triple zero (000) for immediate medical assistance.

Support Services:

  • Beyond Blue: Offers guidance for depression and anxiety. Call 1300 224 636.

  • Lifeline: Provides critical support and suicide prevention. Contact 131 114.

  • Women’s Domestic Crisis Service: For domestic violence support, call 1800 015 188.

  • WIRE (Women's Information and Referral Exchange): For information and support, dial 1300 134 130.

  • PANDA (Perinatal Anxiety & Depression Australia): For perinatal anxiety and depression support, call 1300 726 306.

  • Parent Line: For parent support, reach out to 132 289.

  • Sands: Offers support for miscarriage, stillbirth, and newborn death issues. Contact 1300 072 637.

Remember, you are not alone, and reaching out for help is a step toward healing. Your well-being is important, and support is just a phone call away.

Peta Titter

As highly skilled nurse and PhD candidate, Peta is driven to achieve global transformational change for women’s health. She Founded Women’s Health Education Network (WHEN) in 2017. Peta has over 20 years experience working around the world in nursing and health education, including antenatal, postnatal, continence and intensive care.

Peta was driven to establish WHEN by her passion to ensure women have power to decide how they use and move their bodies, and her experience in providing care across her career. Through this work Peta has sat on a variety of governance committee and national boards, volunteered extensively, founded a groundbreaking local business and continues her research and education in women’s health with the University of Tasmania.

https://www.when.org.au/senior-leadership
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