6. 7 Regrets I Have As A Mom & How I’ve Forgiven Myself

My son Jasper turns 7 on July 23, and it's hard to believe that
I've been a mother for 7 years! Time flies by, and as cliché as
it may sound, it's undeniably true. However, there's something
that seems to weave its way into the lives of every mother: mom
guilt.





In today's episode, I'm going to share with you seven regrets I
have as a mother, some of which I've never had the courage to
admit out loud before. But more importantly, I want to explore
how I'm actively learning to forgive myself and navigate the
constant presence of mom guilt and shame that lingers in my life.
I've yet to meet a single mother who hasn't experienced these
emotions in some way; it's like a persistent cloud that weighs us
down. 






In this episode, we cover:





The seven regrets I have as a mother

How I have learned to forgive myself and practice
self-compassion

My personal struggles with guilt, shame, and feeling
inadequate as a mother

Societal pressures and expectations faced by both
stay-at-home and working moms

How to balance your own insecurities while trying to educate
and encourage your child

Recognizing the connection between mom guilt and shame to
deeply held beliefs and wounds

The importance of healing and showing compassion towards
oneself

Implementing steps to overcome feelings of inadequacy and
promote self-acceptance









I need you to know that you are not alone and you're not a bad
mom. You are good enough, even in your weaknesses, trauma, and
moments of losing your temper. God made you their mother for a
reason, and you are the right woman for the job. Embrace your
journey with confidence.





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