29. What Happens When You Finally Stop Doing It All As A Mother

What happens when a Projector mother finally has the masculine parts of motherhood taken care of and discovers who she actually is underneath all the roles? In this deeply honest conversation, Valerie sits down with Josephine Sutton, a fellow 4/6 Splenic Projector and mother navigating the same incarnation cross, to explore what six weeks of live-in support taught them both about energy, presence, rest, and choosing a life that is truly yours.Key Topics* Self-care and nervous system regulation* Living authentically as a projector mother* The impact of external support and community* Reclaiming creative energy and personal desiresConnect with JosephineIn the in-between moments of being a mother, Josephine loves to share her experiences and life on Instagram and Substack. Here she guides intuitive women to confidence and supports them through emotional release and nutrition. Join her there and know it’s a safe place to be imperfect and full of love and learning! Connect with Valerie For those who feel called to support this work, thank you.Looking for your Human Design chart and free download? Check it out here and scroll down.Curious to dive into conversation together via a speaking engagement or on the podcast, I’d love to hear from you!This podcast resonated with you and you want to dive deeper into what it means to not try so hard based on your design, let’s sit together and have our own deep conversation.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Connection03:30 Navigating Motherhood and Support07:10 The Flow of Parenting11:16 Self-Compassion and Realizations14:47 The Need for Community19:52 Finding Balance and Energy23:28 Creating a Life of Fulfillment27:42 The Power of Solo Retreats29:21 Rediscovering Self and Authenticity31:37 The Importance of Rest and Creativity33:44 Choosing Personal Needs Over Social Obligations35:38 Redefining Family Choices and Energy Dynamics38:28 Leading with Confidence in Parenting40:38 The New Paradigm of Motherhood44:44 Embracing the Role of the Home47:36 Finding Truth in Silence50:39 Exploring Personal Passions and Human Design54:23 Navigating Societal Expectations as a Mother58:06 Letting Go of External Judgments This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit soulfulspaces.substack.com/subscribe