Hey Sober Mama,    Who are you? Where do you place your identity? Is your identity in your work, or in your motherhood, or in some other performance based activity? In today’s episode, we’re talking about patience and how identity and patience intersect with one another. We’re also talking about how thermometers and taking a toddler’s temperature relates to patience (haha). Even though patience isn’t something I have mastered, and when it comes down to it, I’m never going to be patient 100% of the time (because I’m human), I think it’s still an important topic to explore together. Let’s learn together how to be more patient with those parts of us that aren’t so patient.    When I place my identity into something that continuously changes, something that is performance based, it directly affects my self-worth. When I perform well in that thing that is my identity, I am worthy. And when I don’t perform as well as I would like, I am unworthy. This is the perfect breeding ground for depression, anxiety, and perfectionism. So where, then, do I find my identity?   

**It’s time for that desperately sought after solo Target run.. Grab your keys and let’s go for a drive... There’s no judgment (or breathalyzer) at this Sobriety Checkpoint.**

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Music for Sobriety Checkpoint created by my cousin: Jake Meyer - Copyright 2021 All rights reserved.

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****The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of Felicia Hermle and her guests and do not reflect the views or positions of any entities they represent or are a part of.****

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****The information contained in this podcast is general information for educational purposes only, it is not, nor is it intended to be, therapy or psychological advice. Please consult your physician or mental health provider regarding advice or support for your health and wellbeing. If you are in crisis, please call your local 24-hour hotline or 911.****

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