34. Confessions of a Former Mommy Martyr

Confessions of a shopaholic - move over, there’s a new kid on the block and she’s running out of steam. Mommy martyrdom is rife in today’s world, but is it really helpful? Spoiler alert -it’s not, and I am pretty vocal on the podcast as to why this practice needs to stop.    Really the crux of my mission with the podcast is to create a platform where I'm able to show up for you and provide you as much support as I can, and help you feel seen and heard. One big topic is mommy martyrdom - a mindset where we are where one believes that self-sacrificing is so necessary, and it is expected.    In today’s episode, I talk about why mommy martyrdom is a hoax. I share the power of showing up for yourself first in order to help others, why boundaries matter, and why your identity is more than just being a mom.    In this episode, we cover:

• What is mommy martyrdom [2:35]
• Prioritize yourself first [6:41]
• You have the power to make the change [16:32]
• A loving relationship with yourself means a loving relationship with your kids [22:47]
• Motherhood is changing and gives more space for you to have an identity outside of being a mom [31:45]
• Working mom or stay at home - you all matter [37:11]
• The paradox of motherhood and how to fix it [41:36]

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