Ep 159: Why Even Therapists and Mental Health Pros Struggle at Home: Sanja’s Story

Send us Fan MailWhat happens when a mom who looks “perfect” on the outside is actually drowning inside?In this episode, Sanja shares her journey from perfectionism, people-pleasing, hyper-achieving, and hidden rage to finally finding peace as a mom. Today she is one of the first Zen Supermom Coaches.Raised in war, shaped by generational trauma, and later praised as a professional in healthcare and tech, Sanja wore a polished mask. On the outside, she was successful. On the inside, she was burning out and losing her connection with her children. In this episode you will hear:How perfectionism and imposter syndrome made her hide her strugglesWhy rage and resentment build up even if you never yellWhat happened when her body broke down under the stressHow generational trauma healing and daily mental fitness changed everythingWhy she now helps other moms as part of the Zen Supermom coaching teamThis story is for every mom who has ever thought: “I should know better. I help others every day, so why am I failing at home?” Listen or watch now and discover why healing yourself is the most powerful gift you can give your kids.Support the show