Your Brain's Job is Survival

from Mom Maintenance · host Anna Stice

Most moms think they’re failing because they lack motivation or self-discipline. They assume it’s a character flaw — something wrong with them.But it’s not.In this episode, I break down the Motivational Triad and explain why your brain is wired for survival — not growth. When you understand why you seek pleasure, avoid pain, and conserve energy, you stop making your struggles mean something about your identity as a mom.And once you understand it, you can stop fighting yourself — and start leading your brain instead.

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