Who Are You Outside of Motherhood?

Sometimes the hardest question to answer isn't "What do you need?" it's "What actually brings you joy?"In this episode, the three therapists behind The Mama Healing Hub guide each other through a simple visualization exercise that uncovers something surprisingly profound. If you were dropped alone on a peaceful island with no responsibilities, no expectations, and nowhere else to be… what would you naturally find yourself doing?Together, Vanessa, Carrie, and Alyssa reflect on the challenge many moms face when they've spent so long caring for everyone else that they've lost touch with what lights them up. They explore how reconnecting with joy doesn't have to mean planning a getaway or overhauling your life..it can begin with noticing the small moments that make you feel more like yourself.In this episode, we explore:Why so many mothers struggle to answer the question, "What do I enjoy?"A visualization exercise to help reconnect with yourselfThe surprising role creativity can play in emotional regulationWhy community and safe relationships make joy easier to accessHow tiny moments of pleasure can become powerful acts of self-careIf you've ever wondered who you are outside of your responsibilities, this conversation is an invitation to get curious.And if you're looking for a place to keep having these kinds of conversations, The Mama Healing Hub is a virtual, therapist-led community where mothers can find real connection, guided support, and a space to come back to themselves. Follow us on Instagram (@themamahealinghubinc) and subscribe to stay up to date with our relaunch and everything happening inside the Hub.