Season 2, Episode 6: The Stories We Tell Ourselves: What Writing My Story Taught Me

In this episode of Someday Is Here, I’m doing something that feels a little vulnerable: sharing a few passages from my upcoming book, Just Unfinished, and talking about what writing my story taught me about myself.I go back to being 18 years old, staring at a positive pregnancy test and wondering how I could possibly be ready to become a mom. I share the promise I made to my baby in a quiet hospital room, a promise made from love and fear that would shape so much of the life that followed.We talk about the promises we make to ourselves, how even loving promises can sometimes become cages, and the years I spent seeing myself as “just a mom.” I also share what writing this book helped me recognize about the patterns, coping strategies, and stories I carried for years without questioning them.And maybe there’s a story you’ve been carrying, too.I’m too much.I have to take care of everyone.I can’t disappoint anyone.I’m behind.Everyone else has it figured out.Where did that story come from? And does it still deserve the power you’re giving it?Just Unfinished releases September 22. You can learn more at michellekramer.com.Plus, I share what’s coming next on Someday Is Here: my friend and colleague Carrie joins me for a conversation about grief, serious illness, what not to say when someone is hurting, and how we can learn to show up better when there are no right words.