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Episode 2437:

Shawna Scafe's reflection on early motherhood explores the struggles of balancing two young children and the unrealistic pressures of perfection. She discovers that true freedom comes from letting go of unattainable ideals and embracing motherhood with authenticity, choosing priorities aligned with personal values rather than societal expectations.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://simpleonpurpose.ca/finding-balance-motherhood/

Quotes to ponder:

"There is freedom in letting go of the notion of balance. It means that we aren’t meant to do it all, rather we are meant to make choices about how we spend our time and energies."

"When I stop fighting where I am at in motherhood and hounding life for perfect balance, I stop being a Mom Martyr."

"Maybe you are ready to let go of trying to be the sum of all mothers. We have to choose what we want our own day to be."

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