Mom at 41 with Dr. Karen Osburn

61: Letting Go of the Image of Being a Perfect Mom with Kelly Covert

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Are you trying to be a Perfect Mom?  Is this even possible? Do you think it’s your job as a Mom to make your kids happy?

In this Episode Kelly and I discuss:

  • how she felt equally devastated and relieved when her son was diagnosed with Asperger’s Syndrome
  • the freeedom she felt when she came to a point of acceptance of who she was a Mom and gave up the image of being a ‘perfect’ Mom
  • that there no such thing as balance, and it’s really more about harmony with being a Mom
  • how she feels it’s important to let her kids’ process the times they feel unhappy, and hold them in that space
  • why she feels deep compassion for other Moms and how she conveys that to them

    • Love of the Week: iTunes Review

    “While I am not a Parent, I loved the professional, credible and engaging style of Karen’s show.  I really appreciated her show on following your heart.  It was inspiring and helpful.” -Shawn Manaher

    Thanks so much, Shawn!

    Kelly’s Favourite Quotes

    “There was not way to be a perfect mother and a million ways to be a good one.”-Jill Churchill

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    Top Core Values for Kelly

    1. Transparency

    2. Gratitude

    3. Love

    Top Core Values Kelly Wants For Her Boys

    1. Love each other and themselves

    2. Forgiveness

    3. The Golden Rule: Treat people the way you want people to treat you.

    Parenting Advice

    You have to take care of yourself.

    Resources

    Brene Brown website

    Brene Brown TED talk on Vulnerability

    Brene Brown TED talk on Shame

    I Miss the Village (Huff Post article)

    The Gifts of Impefection:Let Go of Who You Think You’re Supposed to Be and Embrace Who You Are  By Brene Brown

    Daring Greatly:How the Courage to Be Vulnerable Transforms the Way We Live, Love, Parent, and Lead By Brene Brown

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    Related Mom at 41 Episodes

    Episode 33: Imperfect Parenting with Sarah Spear

    Episode 25: The Problem With Mom Shaming

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