RAA Talks

Episode - 9: Beyond Perfection: Navigating Motherhood, Miscarriage and Healing from Within

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Join host Raihana as she engages in a raw conversation with Holly Bantique, a wife, mom, corporate leader turned founder, and recovering perfectionist. 

Together, they dive into the journey of motherhood, entrepreneurship, and finding fulfillment while striving to do it all. Holly shares her insights on balancing business and family, navigating mom guilt, and managing energy with her unique "100% cup" analogy. 

She also opens up about her deeply personal and challenging experience with miscarriage, highlighting the importance of breaking the silence on this often-unspoken struggle.

What can you expect from this episode?

  1. Holly's perspective on parenthood as modeling behavior for her son and embracing him as a "little human".
  2. Discussion on managing energy and multiple responsibilities using the 100% cup concept, acknowledging that percentages shift daily.
  3. Insights into overcoming perfectionism, embracing the non-linear journey of life and healing, and doing your best each day, even when "best" looks different.
  4. A raw and honest account of Holly's miscarriage experience, its physical and emotional toll, and the importance of talking about it and feeling supported.

    5. What can you gain from the episode?

    1. Strategies for balancing motherhood and business by structuring your day and prioritizing values.
    2. Tips on managing mom guilt and overcoming the inner critic by reframing thoughts and talking back to negative self-talk.
    3. A new perspective on reframing challenges, giving yourself grace, and understanding that kids are adaptable learners.
    4. Understanding of the non-linear nature of personal growth, parenting, and healing, accepting that progress isn't always upward.
    5. Support and a sense of not being alone, especially regarding silent struggles like miscarriage, and encouragement to share your own story or seek help.

      6. This episode of RAA Talks offers a candid and supportive look at the complexities of modern motherhood, entrepreneurial life, and navigating significant personal challenges.

      Tune in to hear how one woman is redefining balance, prioritizing her values, and finding strength in sharing her authentic journey.

       

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      • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rfaggarwal 
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      • Instagram: https://instagram.com/raacoaching
      • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@raacoaching  
      • Visit me at: https://www.raacoaching.com/raihana

        • About Holly:

        Holly Bantique is a wife, mom, corporate leader turned founder, lover of yoga and quality family time, and striving for a life full of fulfillment and happiness. As a recovering perfectionist and over thinker, she tries to enjoy life while figuring out parenting and running her new business.

        Connect with Holly: https://www.linkedin.com/in/holly-bantique

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