20. Motherhood vs. Chronic Illness

In this episode, I open up about the unique challenges of motherhood, and likening it to the unpredictability of living with a chronic illness but without the warning signs. I share my personal experiences parenting my strong-willed preteen daughter, discussing the emotional labor, boundary-testing, and anxiety-inducing messiness that come with this season of life. I explain my coping strategies, the importance of support systems, and the struggle of balancing discipline with allowing my daughter to express herself. I also reach out for advice from you, fellow moms who have navigated similar challenges, with a blend of humor and heartfelt insights.“Because simplifying life’s beautiful bitchiness? Yeah…that starts right here.”---✨ Mentioned in this episode:  🧡 Choose Your Path to Calm page---⏱️ Timestamps:  00:00 Introduction: The Challenges of Motherhood00:17 Welcome to Simplifying Life's Beautiful Bitchiness01:04 Parenting a Preteen: The Struggles Begin02:53 The Messy Room Dilemma05:49 Embracing Her Unique Style07:45 Seeking Support and Strategies09:46 Conclusion: Reflecting on the Journey---📬 Let’s connect:  💌 Weekly pep talks + life system tools → Join My Email Fam!🗣️ Join the Convo on community +life + systems → Swell 📱 DM me your biggest “holy sh*t” moment → Instagram or Threads---🥰  Just Remember::  Inhale the calm. Exhale the fire.  You’re doing better than you think. 🫶🏽