The One Where I Sent My Family on Vacation Without Me

Ever fantasized about running away to the islands? Or maybe just…staying home in blissful silence while everyone else leaves? This week on Mom’s Got This… Mostly, Alicia gets honest about the decision to send her family on vacation without her—and why it was the best thing she could have done for everyone.In this episode, you’ll hear:What finally made her say, “I’m not going”The guilt that bubbled up…and what happened when she stopped trying to please everyoneThe magic of slow mornings, solo lunches, and cookies you don’t have to shareWhy taking time for yourself doesn’t make you selfish—it makes you humanTakeaways:✅ Saying no doesn’t mean the world will fall apart.✅ Your needs matter just as much as everyone else’s.✅ You are allowed to rest, reset, and choose yourself.✨ Connect & ShareIf this episode resonated, send it to another mama who needs a reminder that she can set boundaries and still be a great mom.💛 Let’s keep the conversation going:Instagram: @a.s.granthamAnd remember: perfection is overrated…and you’re doing better than you think.