In this episode, we take an honest look at the subtle (and not-so-subtle) things we lean on to get through hard days in motherhood. Whether it’s distractions, comforts, or habits we turn to in survival mode, these “crutches” can quietly become substitutes for the deeper strength and peace we truly need.

Together, we unpack what a motherhood crutch really is, why we reach for them, and how to gently shift our dependence back to Christ—the only source that truly sustains us. This episode invites you into freedom, awareness, and a renewed reliance on God in the everyday moments of motherhood.

Key Topics Discussed…

• What a “motherhood crutch” looks like in real life
• Common crutches (comfort habits, distractions, control, numbing)
• Why we turn to these things in stressful seasons
• The difference between healthy support vs. unhealthy dependence
• Re-centering our hearts on Christ instead of temporary relief
• Finding lasting peace, strength, and identity in God

Many moms rely on things like “coffee, shopping, or social media” to cope, but these only satisfy temporarily—true, lasting help comes from Christ 

Encouragement for Moms…

If you’ve been leaning on something just to make it through the day—you’re not alone. Motherhood is heavy sometimes. But you don’t have to carry it in your own strength or escape it through temporary fixes.

God meets you right in the middle of the chaos, the exhaustion, and the overwhelm. He isn’t asking for perfection—just your dependence.

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Resources/ links:

Mark 2- story of paralytic

Mark 5- story of bleeding woman

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