07 Creating in the Crevices: Finding Sweet Simplicity in Mom Life

SHOW NOTESWord of the Year: Sweet SimplicityDrowning in motherhood or work but still craving time to write and create? You're not alone. This honest conversation explores the tension of finding sweet simplicity when life feels overwhelmingly full and perfectionism takes over.Join host Emily Grabatin and guest Kate Crocco as they discuss setting boundaries, disappointing others, and changing priorities to make space for creativity and what's most important to us. Kate, a psychotherapist, homeschool mom of four, and former girl boss, shares her spiritual growth journey from entrepreneur perfectionism to motherhood overwhelm.In this episode, we cover:- Why perfectionism and comparison follow you into different season of your life- How to recognize when good opportunities are burning you out- The hard thing you might have to do to show up for what matters most- Keeping the desire to write alive despite overwhelming responsibilities- Finding sweet simplicity through boundaries and changing prioritiesHer warm, authentic approach creates a safe space for exploring the messy realities of creative motherhood.About the Guest: Kate Crocco is a psychotherapist, author, podcaster, and homeschool mama of four dreaming in the breadcrumbs of her day. She is author of Thinking Like a Boss and Drawing the Line.katecrocco.comCONNECT WITH EMILY:Website: emilygrabatin.caThe Heart's Calling SubstackWelcoming Slow Growth communityThis is a space for the sacred, the soulful, and the slow. Welcome to the journey. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theheartscalling.substack.com