Navigating Mom Guilt and Finding Purpose : A Conversation with Alyssa Brade

In this episode of "The Art of Imperfect Adulting," host Amy Stone welcomes Alyssa Brade, who shares her transformative journey from experiencing a terrifying accident with her child to developing a deeper understanding of self-worth and societal pressures on motherhood. Despite the initial prognosis, Alyssa's child made a full recovery, leading Alyssa to reflect deeply on the cultural constructs of motherhood and personal burnout.Guest Information:Alyssa Brade is the award-winning author of Mommy Needs a Minute, a book that encourages moms to prioritize self-care amidst the demands of daily life. She co-founded and serves on the board of High 5 Thrive, a nonprofit focused on empowering parents and fostering strong family connections. As a mother, Alyssa is passionate about supporting other parents through the ups and downs of raising children while maintaining a sense of balance and self-worthMain Topics Covered:Alyssa's personal story of fainting while carrying her child and the subsequent emergency.The recovery journey of her child and the process of coping with mom guilt.Self-reflection on societal pressures and personal insights gained post-accident.Alyssa's transition into authorship and her endeavors to help other mothers through her book and nonprofit organization.Discussions about the broader cultural expectations and misconceptions surrounding motherhood.Quote from the Episode: "If you want to see the resilience of the human spirit, look at a toddler or look at a small baby. They're incredibly resilient." - Alyssa BradeTimestamps:[00:00:04] Introduction and welcome[00:02:42] Alyssa's story and the accident[00:16:48] Emotional reflection and dealing with guilt[00:27:42] Creation of her book and nonprofit[00:29:58] Rapid-fire questions and closingConnect with Alyssa Brade:High 5 Thrive: https://high5thrive.orgBook: Mommy Needs A Minute: https://www.amazon.com/Mommy-Needs-Minute-Burnout-Empowerment-ebook/dp/B0D523K45F/Special offer for the audience a free digital Mommy Needs A Minute Workbook (valued at $3.99) with every purchase of a book. To redeem this please email the author [email protected] Miss a Moment of Imperfect AdultingWe invite you to join our email community and let us bring the podcast directly to you! As a subscriber, you'll receive notifications about new episodes, exclusive offers from our amazing guests, and easier access to any of the important links mentioned on the show—no more scrambling to write down websites or remember special codes.Why subscribe?Stay up-to-date without checking your podcast appGet guest offers delivered straight to your inboxAccess all important links in one convenient placeCatch the highlights even when you don't have time to listenAre you ready? Join us at https://www.imperfectadulting.com