Go easy on yourself when life is hard

In this solo episode of the Pause Purpose Play podcast, host Michaela Thomas discusses the importance of self-compassion and resilience when life gets tough, particularly as a neurodivergent parent and businesswoman. Michaela shares personal struggles following her eldest child's diagnosis and emphasises the need to build supportive systems that allow flexibility in balancing professional and personal responsibilities. She highlights the challenges of parenting neurodivergent children and the pressures of running a business. Michaela also mentions future podcast topics and guest appearances, urging listeners to go easy on themselves and providing resources for further support.   00:00 Welcome Back to Pause Purpose Play 00:35 Guest Episodes and Shoutouts 01:31 Navigating Neurodivergent Parenting 03:00 Building a Business That Supports Life 04:40 The Challenges of Parenting and Self-Compassion 06:16 Upcoming Podcast Episodes and Plans 09:32 Seasonal Affective Disorder and Personal Reflections 12:06 Final Thoughts and Support Systems