I am good at _______ in my professional life, and I struggle with ________ at home. Does this sound familiar? If any of these resonate with you, you’re not alone. I feel them too. The Double Identity of a Helping Professional Mom As a mom in a helping profession, I […]
Feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, and frustrated when your kids just won’t listen? You’re not alone. Many moms—especially those trying to parent differently than they were raised—struggle with staying calm in chaotic moments. But here’s the truth: You can break the cycle of yelling and snapping. You can teach your kids boundaries
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This is a bit of tough love. Yes, motherhood is hard. Yes, life can be hard. Yes, terrible things can happen that are outside of your control. But do you know what IS absolutely within your control? Your mindset. Your choices. Your self-growth. It is okay to validate that you might
There is a lot I could say to myself if I went back in time to before becoming a mother: “Enjoy the freedom you have!” “Travel more, indulge, do all the things you want to do while you have the time!” “Sleep as MUCH as possible now!” “You will not be
Did you know that you brain is biased towards seeing problems? This is a primitive survival strategy that is wired into us. Our brains are hyperfocused on identifying what around us can harm us, cause us stress, disrupt our plans, or that which we are afraid of. Our brains do this
