The Sinead Says Podcast

What Do a Viral GAA Catfish Scandal and Molly-Mae’s Latest Documentary Have in Common? More Than You Might Think… 👀At first glance, the GAA Catfish scandal and Molly-Mae’s documentary seem completely different—one is about deception, the other about personal growth. But both stories highlight something we see every day: the power of perception, the illusions created on social media, and the role intention plays in shaping our reality.🔍 Inside This Episode:🔹 The GAA Catfish & The Illusion of Identity – This wild story proves how easy it is to manipulate perception online. It raises huge questions about why people create false personas and why we fall for them.🔹 Molly-Mae & The Pressure of Public Image – On the other side, Molly-Mae’s documentary explores how public perception affects self-worth, and how the pressure to be seen a certain way can lead to living up to an illusion rather than your authentic self.🔹 The Role of Intention – Whether it’s a fake identity or a curated highlight reel, both stories remind us that we shape our own reality—consciously or unconsciously. The key is intentionality: Are you building a life that’s true to you, or one designed to impress others?🔹 How This Ties into Manifestation – The way we present ourselves, the stories we tell, and the intentions we set shape our lives more than we realize. Whether we’re manifesting success or falling into the trap of external validation, our intentions determine the reality we experience.At the core of both stories is a big question:👉 Are we in control of our identity, or is social media controlling it for us?🎁 Special thanks to BetterHelp for sponsoring this episode! #AD Get 10% off your first month: betterhelp.com/sinead💆‍♀️ MEDITATION & MINDFULNESS- The Brave Meditation Hub - Use code "MEDITATE" for 20% off- Finding Yourself 21 Day Meditation Course📚 FREE RESOURCES- Monday Musings Weekly Email - Sign Up Here- How I Dealt With Anxiety (FREE Ebook)- Relationships You Should Know These Things - Ebook🎯 CONNECT & STAY UPDATED- Send questions: Sinead Says Podcast- Follow Sinead- Share with a friend who needs this message—they'll thank you later.📝 ABOUTSinead Hegarty hosts The Sinead Says Podcast, where she helps women understand emotions, human behaviour, relationships, and psychology. Passionate about mental health and personal growth, she shares practical tools and insights that empower women to take control of their minds and live purposefully.🎬 Produced by Dreamers Media Pty Ltd

In this episode, we’re diving into a topic that so many women struggle with—how to break free from self-consciousness and finally feel at home in your own body. From societal conditioning to personal breakthroughs, we’re exploring how to cultivate presence, confidence, and true freedom in your everyday life.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:🌸 Why Women Struggle to Be Fully PresentDiscover how societal expectations and self-consciousness keep us stuck and how to change the narrative.🌸 Shifting from Self-Judgment to Self-LoveLearn how to embrace your body as it is, and let go of perfectionism and comparison.🌸 Practical Tips for Confidence and FreedomActionable advice to feel more grounded, joyful, and confident every day.🌸 How to Cultivate a Mindful and Empowered LifeSimple practices to help you focus on what truly matters and create a life you love.Key Takeaways:Women often miss out on life’s moments because of self-conscious thoughts—here’s how to change that.You are not alone in feeling this way; understanding this can empower you to grow.Seeing real bodies, shifting your perspective, and letting go of societal expectations can set you free.Favorite Quote from the Episode:"It's so hard for us to exist fully in our own bodies when we’re taught to constantly observe them."This Episode is Perfect For:Women ready to stop judging themselves and start living fully.Anyone who feels held back by societal standards or self-doubt.Listeners looking for actionable steps to build confidence and presence.🎁 Special thanks to BetterHelp for sponsoring this episode! #AD Get 10% off your first month: betterhelp.com/sinead📚 MENTIONED BOOKS:Woman Living Deliciously💆‍♀️ MEDITATION & MINDFULNESS- The Brave Meditation Hub - Use code "MEDITATE" for 20% off- Finding Yourself 21 Day Meditation Course📚 FREE RESOURCES- Monday Musings Weekly Email - Sign Up Here- How I Dealt With Anxiety (FREE Ebook)- Relationships You Should Know These Things - Ebook🎯 CONNECT & STAY UPDATED- Send questions: Sinead Says Podcast- Follow Sinead- Share with a friend who needs this message—they'll thank you later.📝 ABOUTSinead Hegarty hosts The Sinead Says Podcast, where she helps women understand emotions, human behaviour, relationships, and psychology. Passionate about mental health and personal growth, she shares practical tools and insights that empower women to take control of their minds and live purposefully.🎬 Produced by Dreamers Media Pty Ltd

Turn those post-Christmas blues into your best year ever! I'm sharing my exact system for setting goals that actually work (no crazy New Year's resolutions needed).🎯 IN THIS EPISODE:Why feeling bad after Christmas is actually a good signMy simple 4-part system for setting goals that workHow to break big dreams into tiny daily stepsThe books that changed my life (and could change yours)Easy apps to help you stay on track⭐️ PERFECT FOR:Anyone feeling a bit down after ChristmasPeople who want to change but don't know where to startThose tired of failing their New Year's resolutionsAnyone wanting to make 2025 different from past years🎁 Special thanks to BetterHelp for sponsoring this episode! #AD Get 10% off your first month: betterhelp.com/sinead📚 MENTIONED BOOKS:The MagicBreak Up With Your PhoneAtomic HabitsWoman Living Deliciously101 Essays to Change the Way You ThinkThe Power of NowThe Code of Extraordinary Mind📱 HELPFUL APPS MENTIONED:Focus App (for limiting social media)Runner App (for getting back to exercise)💆‍♀️ MEDITATION & MINDFULNESS- The Brave Meditation Hub - Use code "MEDITATE" for 20% off- Finding Yourself 21 Day Meditation Course📚 FREE RESOURCES- Monday Musings Weekly Email - Sign Up Here- How I Dealt With Anxiety (FREE Ebook)- Relationships You Should Know These Things - Ebook🎯 CONNECT & STAY UPDATED- Send questions: Sinead Says Podcast- Follow Sinead- Share with a friend who needs this message—they'll thank you later.📝 ABOUTSinead Hegarty hosts The Sinead Says Podcast, where she helps women understand emotions, human behaviour, relationships, and psychology. Passionate about mental health and personal growth, she shares practical tools and insights that empower women to take control of their minds and live purposefully.🎬 Produced by Dreamers Media Pty Ltd

A raw & honest conversation about unexpected life changes, motherhood, and finding joy in a completely different life than planned.🎯 IN THIS EPISODE:- The moment everything changed (from "never wanting kids" to motherhood)- Navigating single motherhood & co-parenting- How friendships evolve through major life changes- Finding purpose beyond the "laptop lifestyle"- The reality of moving home after years abroad⭐️ PERFECT FOR:- Anyone going through major life transitions- Those questioning traditional life paths- Women navigating unexpected motherhood- Friends supporting new moms- Anyone feeling stuck in their comfort zone🎁 Special thanks to BetterHelp for sponsoring this episode! #AD Get 10% off your first month: betterhelp.com/sinead 👤 TODAY'S GUEST - SIOBHAN O'HAGAN - Follow Siobhan Instagram- Visit The Self Improvement Project- About: Personal Trainer, Nutritionist and Yoga Teacher, with almost a decade of experience coaching women to feel stronger while enjoying a balanced lifestyle.💆‍♀️ MEDITATION & MINDFULNESS- The Brave Meditation Hub - Use code "MEDITATE" for 20% off- Finding Yourself 21 Day Meditation Course📚 FREE RESOURCES- Monday Musings Weekly Email - Sign Up Here- How I Dealt With Anxiety (FREE Ebook)- Relationships You Should Know These Things - Ebook🎯 CONNECT & STAY UPDATED- Send questions: Sinead Says Podcast- Follow Sinead- Share with a friend who needs this message—they'll thank you later.📝 ABOUTSinead Hegarty hosts The Sinead Says Podcast, where she helps women understand emotions, human behaviour, relationships, and psychology. Passionate about mental health and personal growth, she shares practical tools and insights that empower women to take control of their minds and live purposefully.🎬 Produced by Dreamers Media Pty Ltd