We are told that people stay in love because of chemistry, or because they remain intrigued with each other, because of many kindnesses, because of luck. But part of it has got to be forgiveness and gratefulness. -Ellen Goodman If you’ve been in a relationship, especially a long-term one, you know firsthand that all relationships […]
Overwhelm in Motherhood
Bad moments don’t make bad moms. -Lisa Terkeurst As a working mom who just moved overseas with my husband and two kids, feeling overwhelmed has been a constant in our lives lately. I wanted to dive into the topic here, as I know I’m not alone. Let’s start with Brene Brown’s definition of overwhelm from […]
Setting Intentions for 2023
Over time, even the tiniest meaningful actions add up, each one bringing you closer to a life that is truer to your dreams and free of regret. -Jane McGonigal I am one of those people who loves a good plan, so there’s a lot about the new year that resonates with me and how I […]
Self-Criticism in Postpartum
The art of mothering is to teach the art of living to children. -Elaine Heffner As moms, we can be so very hard on ourselves. Our harsh inner critic can be much louder at times than our kind inner voice. Things like imposter syndrome can show up here too, especially if you’re a first-time mom. […]
The Mental Load of Motherhood
Motherhood itself is a kind of beautiful chaos. The life I knew before is gone, and in its place is wild love like I never imagined and ferocious worry like I’ve never known. -Rebecca Eanes What is the mental load of motherhood? All the thoughts/items you’re carrying and processing in your mind, not just […]
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