In episode 8, Caitriona and Kayla are joined by Karen Sugrue - sociologist, psychotherapist, lecturer, activist and feminist to discuss relationships, sex, gender stereotypes, and societal expectations .
Discussion includes the difference between being alone and being lonely, challenging stereotypes, societies sexual scripts based on gender, Valentines Day and lots more.
Some special mentions to some wonderful people doing wonderful work throughout the episode. You'll find their work or their Twitter handles below!
Links to resources mentioned
https://people.ucd.ie/mary.mcaulif
https://www.verywellmind.com/what-is-attachment-theory-2795337
https://www.oprahdaily.com/life/relationships-love/a27790346/benefits-of-being-single/
https://www.thejournal.ie/panti-abbey-theatre-speech-1296471-Feb2014/
https://www.who.int/publications/i/item/9789240030749
Twitter handles mentioned:
https://twitter.com/CovidWomenVoice
https://twitter.com/PantiBliss
https://twitter.com/limerickslife
https://twitter.com/GlennonDoyle
https://twitter.com/together_safety
https://twitter.com/KarSugrue
https://twitter.com/LettersOfNote
https://twitter.com/LmkWomensNet
To learn more about the Mental Health Hour Podcast visit www.mentalhealthhour.ie .