EPISODE · May 22, 2026 · 13 MIN
Mother's Day - Being a Victim of Man-made Holidays
from The Diary of a Discarded Daughter - Redeeming a Painful Past · host Lisa Schafer
Send us Fan MailIn this powerful podcast episode, the host dives into the hidden emotional impact of man-made holidays and the unrealistic expectations they place on women—especially during Mother’s Day. From social media comparison and mom guilt to perfectionism, mental load, and the pressure to be the “perfect mother" (or perfect child), this honest conversation explores why holidays that are supposed to feel joyful can often leave women feeling emotionally exhausted, inadequate, and unseen.This episode tackles topics comparison culture, self-worth, emotional healing, anxiety around holidays, and the unrealistic standards women face in modern society. Whether you’re a stay-at-home mom, working mom, single mom, or simply struggling with feelings of not being “enough,” this conversation offers validation, encouragement, and freedom from the toxic cycle of comparison.If you’ve ever struggled with Mother’s Day depression, holiday stress, mom anxiety, or feelings of failure fueled by curated social media perfection, this episode will remind you that your value is not based on performance, productivity, or impossible expectations. A must-listen podcast for moms and daughters, alike.Ready for some more Christian Drama Queen? Sign up for my newsletter via my website: https://christiandramaqueen.com/ Click on the link for FREE PDF assessment! My YouTube Channel for videos of my podcasts is hereThe Discarded Bible Study on Amazon is here.Freedom Through Forgiveness Course info is here And the music intro by Mood Maze is found on Uppbeat here.
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Send us Fan Mail In this powerful podcast episode, the host dives into the hidden emotional impact of man-made holidays and the unrealistic expectations they place on women—especially during Mother’s Day. From social media comparison and mom guilt to perfectionism, mental load, and the pressure to be the “perfect mother" (or perfect child), this honest conversation explores why holidays that are supposed to feel joyful can often leave women feeling emotionally exhausted, inadequate, and unsee...
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