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Motherhood AND work—how many times have you look Motherhood AND work—how many times have you looked at your never-ending to-do list and thought, “Where is the time going?” 😅 As working mums, we are constantly juggling everything. And while prioritisation helps, it doesn’t create more hours in the day—it just moves some things to the top of the overwhelming list. But what if we could do something that actually gives us back time and reduces that overwhelming pressure? Here’s a valuable solution: Saying no. It can feel uncomfortable, but saying no is an essential skill that allows us to create space for the things that truly matter—our wellbeing, our family, and our peace of mind. So, ask yourself: ❓ Do you really need to do this? ❓ Is this truly important, now and in the future? ❓ Do you actually want to do it? ❓ What would happen if you just didn’t do it? As a working mum, it’s crucial to stop filling our lives with “shoulds” and start recognising what truly aligns with our values and goals. Saying no is empowering, not selfish. It gives us time back and helps us stay focused on what really matters. What will you eliminate from your list today to feel more calm and in control? #busymama #workingmumlife #overwhelmedmum #sayno #motherhoodandcareer #worklifebalance #timemanagementtips #workingmums #mumlifeau #aussiemums #motherhoodunplugged #lifecoachingforwomen #workingmumstruggles #selfcareformums #careerandfamily #boundariesmatter #mamaonthego
“How do you balance it all?” they ask. I don’t. Not in the way we usually think about balance, anyway. Some weeks I’m the mum who bakes school snacks on Sunday and responds to emails promptly. Other weeks, dinner is an afterthought, and my inbox is a disaster. The truth? There is no “having it all” in the way we’ve been led to believe is possible - there’s only having what matters most right now. I’ve spent whole days volunteering at school, and then stayed up until after midnight working on a presentation. I’ve missed my son’s karate grading to run a workshop, and then spent Saturday doing the things he loves the most. I don’t apologise for being a mother at work or someone with a career at home. My son sees me pursuing something I’m passionate about and making a difference. My colleagues and clients see someone who brings empathy, efficiency, and a fierce ability to prioritise. The “balance” isn’t daily - it’s seasonal. Sometimes work gets more, sometimes family gets more. What stays constant is showing up as fully as I can to whatever needs me most in that moment. I’m not failing at balance. I’m succeeding at integration. And my family sees that mothers can be whole, complex people who care deeply about multiple things - including them. #workingmum #worklifebalance #mumlife #careerandmotherhood #workingmums #mumguilt #workfromhome #mumpreneur #familyandcareer #integratedlife #selfgrowth #boundariesmatter #femaleboss #aussiemums #modernmotherhood #parentingrealities #mumsofinstagram #prioritisation #leadership #selflove #mumcommunity
Guilt, anger, grief, resentment, frustration, sham Guilt, anger, grief, resentment, frustration, shame, inadequacy... So uncomfortable, right? 😔 We all have uncomfortable feelings, but society tends to label them as “negative,” making us feel like we should push them away, ignore them, or just focus on being “positive.” Many of us weren’t taught how to deal with our emotions, and perhaps our parents didn’t know how to navigate these feelings either. But here’s what science has shown us — emotions are a part of a rich and meaningful life. They are valid, necessary, and worth paying attention to. Feelings don’t just disappear if we ignore them; they grow. They have a message for us about what needs attention. Just like in the popular children’s book, “I’m Going on a Bear Hunt”, we can’t go over them, can’t go under them, we have to go through them. 🌿 We need to feel those uncomfortable feelings. We need to honour them, in order to let them go. Here are some ideas to experiment with. How do you normally handle uncomfortable feelings? #selfcareformums #emotionalhealth #emotionalwellbeing #workingmums #mumguilt #mumlife #motherhoodunfiltered #supportformums #thrivingnotsurviving #maternalwellness #workingmumlife #goodenoughmother #emotionalwellbeingformums #mumguiltisreal #motherhoodjourney #motherhoodunplugged #mumsupport #selfcompassion #workingmumlife
Perfectionism is a common struggle amongst my clie Perfectionism is a common struggle amongst my clients. 😓 We often think the answer is control. Control everything so you can guarantee the outcome you want. After all, if we have control, then we’re safe from failure, right? Perfectionism thrives on control, pushing us to micromanage every detail in our personal and professional lives to avoid failure or disappointment. We think that if we can just control our time, our work, our children’s behaviour, and everything in between, we’ll be able to succeed or stay on top of things. But unfortunately, there are way more things out of our control than in it. And trying to control things that are not in our control is exhausting and futile. 😔 There are many things we can’t control—how people perceive us, whether our kids will behave during family events, or all the unexpected things that pop up in life. What we can control is how we choose to respond, the boundaries we put in place, and the compassion we show ourselves. 💗 Perfectionism tells us control will keep us safe, but often what we really need is to let go a little and focus on what truly matters. So I invite you to pause and ask yourself: 👉🏼 Where am I trying to control something that isn’t mine to control? 👉🏼 And what might open up for me if I released that grip, even just a little? #letgoofcontrol #workingmums #perfectionismrecovery #workingmumlife #goodenoughmother #motherhoodrevolution #mumlife #mumsofig #selfcompassionformums #mumcommunity #selfcareformums #worklifebalance #aussiemums #lifecoachingformums #perfectionistmum #lifecoachingforwomen #workingmomstruggles #realmotherhood #empoweredmums
When we feel guilty for not being good enough (whi When we feel guilty for not being good enough (which is inevitable if we are measuring ourselves against society’s unrealistic standards for working mothers), we typically put more pressure on ourselves. ⁠ ⁠ Try harder.⁠ Do more.⁠ Be better.⁠ ⁠ We give more, emotionally, mentally and physically.⁠ We let our boundaries be compromised.⁠ We self-sacrifice more. ⁠ ⁠ Where does this leave us?⁠ ⁠ Depleted. Exhausted. ⁠ ⁠ And sadly, if we’re still trying to live up to unrealistic standards, we will still end up feeling not good enough. ⁠ ⁠ Pushing ourselves harder isn’t the answer. ⁠ ⁠ Next time you feel guilty and find yourself about to increase your efforts, take a moment to think about:⁠ ⁠ 1. Whether the standard you’re aiming for is realistic and attainable for any human to achieve on their own, and if not, what is a more supportive standard you can aim for.⁠ ⁠ 2. Whether the standard is necessary in your life. Does it take you closer to your goals and values? Does it support your priorities? Does it support you, your family or career in a way you believe is important and meaningful? If not, do you need it at all?⁠ ⁠ 3. If there is another way to reach this standard that doesn’t just require more from you. What support can you ask for? Who can you lean on? Can this be delegated to someone else or done a different way? ⁠ ⁠ When we’re busy and overwhelmed, it’s easy to work on autopilot, but if we can become really conscious about how we are responding to guilt, we can lessen the negative impacts. ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ #mumguiltsucks #mumguilt #mumssupportingmums #motherhoodinspired #motherhoodunplugged #motherhoodunfiltered #honestmotherhood #mumselfcare #mamaselfcare #maternalwellness #perfectmothermyth #mamarising #coachingforwomen #lifecoachformums #melbourneprofessionals #melbournemums #careerclarity #selfawareness #workplaceculture #melbourneleadership #feedbackmatters #leadershipjourney #growthopportunities #womenempowerment #selfimprovement
"How do I find time for myself?"⁠ ⁠ They say:⁠ ⁠ "Every moment seems to be taken up by something that needs to be done for someone else."⁠ ⁠ "Even when I think I'm going to have time to myself, other priorities come up."⁠ ⁠ I get it. ⁠ ⁠ Our responsibilities aren't small. There is ALWAYS work to be done. There are ALWAYS needs and wants to be taken care of (I'm talking about those of other people).⁠ ⁠ But what about you?⁠ ⁠ If we aren't intentional about fulfilling our own needs and desires, they will never get to the top of the constantly growing to-do list. ⁠ ⁠ So, rather than expecting yourself to tend to everything else first, try starting with something for YOU. ⁠ ⁠ I know this might feel indulgent or selfish (which it's not) so start small.⁠ ⁠ Next time you have some time to get things done, pause before you look at your to-do list or get started on those chores. ⁠ ⁠ Can you give yourself 5 mins?⁠ ⁠ 5 mins to do whatever feels good to you - have a hot drink, sit and stare out the window, flick through a magazine, walk around the garden, have a hot shower, or whatever you would enjoy or find restorative. ⁠ ⁠ It might feel a little uncomfortable but that doesn't mean it's wrong. ⁠ ⁠ We're just not used to making our own needs as much of a priority as everyone else's. ⁠ ⁠ If you manage your 5 mins, then try it again next time. And again. And again. ⁠ ⁠ The discomfort should ease. ⁠ ⁠ Then you'll be able to try 10 mins!⁠ ⁠ Are you going to try this? Let me know in the comments! ⁠ #selfcare #selfcareformums #maternalwellness #mamaselfcare #mumtime #mummytime #overwhelmedmom #tiredmum #motherhoodunplugged #motherhoodintheraw #motherhoodtips #mumlifeaustralia #aussiemums #lifecoachingformums
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