What to Look For in a Mother - Lessons From My Mom and Her Friends
What makes someone feel like a mother to you? This one’s a love letter to the women who’ve mothered us in quiet, powerful ways 💐✨ Tune in for reflections on friendship, support, and the magic that happens when women show up for one another 💛JoinTeamConfessions!
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Forreste Jolicoeur - People Pleasing
Ever switch bags to keep the peace? 🛍️😅 Cousin Forreste shares an honest moment that unpacks way more than just Tupperware. This one’s all about people-pleasing, overthinking, and learning to let go of the need to be liked. You’ll laugh, nod, and maybe—just maybe—ditch that extra bag. 🎯JoinTeamConfessions!
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When Helping Hurts - Knowing Who’s Ready for Healing
Is it our job to help someone heal if they’re not ready? 🐾💔 This week’s chat with my future-vet daughter got me thinking about boundaries, burnout, and the fine line between being helpful... and being human. 🧠 🐶 Tune in for a gentle reminder that not every hurting heart is ours to mend.JoinTeamConfessions!
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Make Me - Being Forced To Do Things I Don’t Want To Do
Some hills are just too steep to climb alone. 🏃♀️💨 Whether it’s a college sprint or a life moment that stops you cold, this one’s about how asking for help (yep, out loud!) might be the bravest, strongest step of all. You don’t have to do the hard stuff solo. 🤝💛JoinTeamConfessions!
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Overcorrecting - Caring Too Much About Kids’ Feelings
Ever wonder if we’re swinging too far the other way when it comes to parenting? 😬 Let’s talk about choices, feelings, and aunts who smells like mothballs—in a completely loving way. ❤️ A little discomfort can go a long way. Come hang with us for a fresh take on raising brave humans.Link from this episode:Explanations vs. ExcusesJoinTeamConfessions!
About Confessions of a Recovering Micromanaging Perfectionist Martyr
As a mother of four and a self-proclaimed micromanaging - perfectionist - martyr, I constantly need to be reminded that control leaves me lonely, perfection can paralyze me, and caring for others over myself leads to resentment. Join me as I try to navigate being a structure-luvin' gal, in an absolutely chaotic household.
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