Rediscovering Yourself After Motherhood | Karen Johnson on Mom Guilt, Identity & Self-Discovery

In this powerful episode of Chats from the Blog Cabin, host Melissa sits down with Karen Johnson, author of What Do I Want to Be When They Grow Up? and Other Thoughts from a 40-something Mom, to explore the emotional rollercoaster of motherhood. Karen opens up about her journey as a stay-at-home mom, her battles with mom guilt, and the identity crisis so many mothers face once their kids grow older.Together, they discuss how to:✨ Reclaim your identity beyond motherhood✨ Reframe failure and success on your own terms✨ Build authentic friendships and support systems✨ Prioritize self-care without guilt✨ Navigate the impact of social media on self-worthKaren even reads an excerpt from her book that will resonate with moms everywhere who are ready to rebuild themselves and embrace their next chapter with confidence. Whether you’re a new mom, a seasoned parent, or simply seeking community, this episode will encourage you to nurture your own dreams and cheer on other women doing the same.🔗 Listen now and join the conversation about motherhood, growth, and rediscovering who you are.Helpful LinksAuthor: What Do I Want to Be When They Grow Up? (And Other Thoughts from a 40-Something Mom)Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/21stcenturysahm/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/21stcenturysahm/Threads: https://www.threads.net/@21stcenturysahmGrab What Do I Want to Be When They Grow Up?: (And Other Thoughts From a 40-something Mom) https://amzn.to/45KEQOxmom guilt and identityrediscover yourself after motherhoodKaren Johnson author interviewself-care for momsmotherhood identity crisisChats from the Blog Cabin podcastparenting and personal growth👋 Join the Conversation!Motherhood can be beautiful, messy, and a little overwhelming — but you don’t have to do it alone. After you listen, share your biggest takeaway from this episode on Instagram and tag me [@yourhandle] so we can cheer each other on. 💕And if you loved this chat with Karen Johnson, subscribe to Chats from the Blog Cabin so you never miss an episode about motherhood, growth, and rediscovering yourself.