In this episode of Musings of a Geriatric Mama, host Kedna Amey discusses the challenges of motherhood, particularly the unrealistic expectations placed on mothers, especially high-achieving women. She emphasizes the importance of reframing negative thoughts and recognizing the invisible mental load that mothers carry. Kedna encourages listeners to embrace self-compassion and to understand that perfection is not the standard. The conversation highlights the need for community support and the power of affirmations in overcoming feelings of inadequacy.

Takeaways

A lot of us feel like we're failing in motherhood.
High-achieving women often carry unrealistic expectations of perfection.
Motherhood can be overwhelming due to the invisible mental load.
It's important to reframe thoughts about our worth as mothers.
Perfectionism can chip away at our spirit as mothers.
We need to embrace self-compassion and grace.
Community support is vital for mothers.
Our children see us as heroes, even when we don't see it ourselves.
We are capable of creating a legacy of love and hope.
Every day is a new opportunity for growth and change.

Sound Bites

"You're doing phenomenal."
"You are a vessel creating legacy."
"You are capable. You are loved."

Chapters

00:00
Introduction to Motherhood and Perfectionism

05:50
The Invisible Mental Load of Motherhood

11:32
Reframing Thoughts on Motherhood

16:44
Embracing Self-Compassion and Community Support

Bible verse References:

Romans 8:37 "overcoming"

Proverbs 31: 10 - "More precious than rubies"

Philippians 4:13 - "I can do all things through Christ"

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