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EPISODE · Apr 30, 2025 · 9 MIN

107. How to Stop Feeling Guilty When You Take Time for Yourself

from Sustainable Parenting | Positive Discipline for Raising Resilient Kids · host Flora McCormick, LCPC, Parenting Coach

Do you ever feel like you’re barely treading water—overwhelmed by the repetitive tasks of motherhood and weighed down by guilt? You’re not alone. In this short episode of our weekly podcast, we’ll explore how to release that guilt, reduce stress, and create more space for calm, confident parenting.By the time you finish listening, you’ll learn:Why the word “should” fuels anxiety & emotions—and how to replace it with language that lightens your mental loadHow to give yourself back your power and agency, making choices that align with your real prioritiesA creative way to view guilt (like items on a sushi conveyor belt!) so you can observe it without letting it control youHow to replace “but” with “and” in your self-talk, breaking the cycle of guiltWhy defining what truly matters to you—not social media or what others suggestPermission to prioritize what’s worth your energy, leading to more peace and presence with your kidsThese calm parenting tips and positive parenting strategies will help you quiet the guilt, strengthen your parent-child connection, and make room for gentle parenting practices that truly work.If this episode brings you relief, share it with another mom who needs encouragement, and don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review. And stay tuned for our next episode, where we’ll explore how to create a family mission statement for more teamwork and cooperation at home.✨Want more?  ✨JOIN me in the SUMMER of support:  💪❤️💪 https://courses.sustainableparenting.com/courses/summer-of-support✨ Get my 3 KEYS to Calm, Confident Parenting (30 min. FREE webinar) - https://view.flodesk.com/pages/63640a05c74edb4b6bdce1f3✨ Buy a 3 session Coaching Bundle (saving you $100) - for THREE 30-min sessions 1:1 with ME, where we get right to the heart of your challenges, and give you small, powerful shifts that make a huge difference fast.✨Schedule a FREE 20 min clarity call with Sustainable Parenting, so we can answer any questions you may have about working with Flora.✨Purchase a $19 short course on Etsy✨

Do you ever feel like you’re barely treading water—overwhelmed by the repetitive tasks of motherhood and weighed down by guilt? You’re not alone. In this short episode of our weekly podcast, we’ll explore how to release that guilt, reduce stress, and create more space for calm, confident parenting. By the time you finish listening, you’ll learn: Why the word “should” fuels anxiety & emotions—and how to replace it with language that lightens your mental loadHow to give yourself back your p...

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