126. The Mom Guilt Cycle: How to Stop Feeling Like You're Failing

Ever scroll through social media and see those perfect pictures of moms and their kids? Maybe their kid just aced a test, or they're on some amazing vacation, or even just look like they're having a blast together.  And you get that SINKING feeling in your gut? You wonder what the heck you’re doing wrong and why your life isn’t as “perfect” as theirs seems to be. We've all been there. That feeling that you just don’t measure up. Mom guilt, it's a real thing and something all of my clients experience. Topics discussed in this episode: What mom guilt is and where it comes from 4 steps to stop the guilt from taking over The importance of honoring your needs and protecting your time How to stop feeling pressured to “do it all” My secret process for finding joy and contentment Mentioned in this episode: The Feelings Wheel Episode 121: Mom Burnout: Feeling Drained and Disconnected? Episode 21: How to Set Healthy Boundaries: A Guide for Teens and Parents -- Join my free parent group⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apply to work with me⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow me on Instagram