In this episode, Monica sits down with holistic psychiatrist, NYT bestselling author, and mum of two daughters, Dr. Kelly Brogan, to unpack why so many successful women feel numb, disconnected, anxious, and unfulfilled—even after “achieving the dream life.”

They talk about the secret cost of being “high-functioning,” the trauma of over-mothering and over-performing, the truth about antidepressants and emotional suppression, and why reclaiming your feminine is the key to unlocking embodied safety, pleasure, and power.

ALSO INSIDE THE CONVERSATION:

👄 Why your child doesn’t owe you love, respect, or even a birthday card

👄 The difference between performing motherhood vs. embodying it

👄 The hidden trauma behind praise, gold stars, and “good girl” parenting

👄 How school disconnects kids from their bodies

👄 Letting your child say “no”—without losing control

👄 Why over-giving is really about feeling safe

👄 How overachieving is actually a trauma response

👄 The grief of realizing success isn’t true fulfillment

👄 Reclaiming your feminine without becoming a tradwife

👄 The feminine art of doing less, receiving more, and feeling safe

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As Mentioned In The Episode:

⇢ Connect with Dr. Kelly Brogan: https://www.instagram.com/kellybroganmd/

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⇢ Order the BOOK — Becoming HER: https://www.becomingherbook.com/

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