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In this episode of the Miles with Moms podcast, we take on dealing with other people's opinions and trying not to care what other people think--whether in real life or on social media.  The discussion emphasizes the struggle to balance personal identity with societal expectations. We also talk about the challenges of authenticity, the fear of judgment, and the importance of vulnerability. 

We each open up about our experiences with self-acceptance, the impact of sharing personal stories, and the importance of community support in overcoming personal struggles. We all have different battles on this topic but agree there is a need to embrace imperfection and the realization that everyone has their struggles, fostering a sense of connection and understanding among mothers.

Chapters

18:15 Navigating Public Perception and Personal Struggles

21:08 The Challenge of Authenticity on Social Media

24:13 Embracing Vulnerability and Overcoming Fear

30:18 The Complexity of Independence and Asking for Help

39:22 The Impact of Sharing Personal Stories

44:08 Understanding the Weight of Opinions and Self-Perception

49:19 Embracing Authenticity and Self-Acceptance

52:51 The Pressure of Perfection in Motherhood

55:34 Finding Comfort in Imperfection

01:00:09 Navigating Relationships and Fear of Judgment

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Whitney Heins is a mom of 2, a lifelong runner, a VDOT-certified running coach for moms who run, and founder of the resource, themotherrunners.com. When training for her first marathon as a mom, she found a dearth of information related to running and motherhood. She also felt extremely isolated as a new mom. As a former TV journalist and a freelance writer she decided to use her skills to fill the void with an online resource and community, called The Mother Runners. Whitney also recognized a need for run coaches who understood the demands of motherhood, so she also became a running coach—unearthing a passion for helping moms reap the rewards and empowerment of running. Coming out of a long injury cycle, she ran a 2:54 marathon and 1:20 half marathon in her 40s. She lives in Knoxville, TN with her husband, two kids, and three dogs.

• www.themotherrunners.com
• Instagram: @themotherrunners
• YouTube: The Mother Runners
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