Midlife isn’t a crisis — it’s a call to come home to yourself. Jessica and Kelly deliver a heartfelt reminder that the love, care, and nurturing we pour into others should be reflected inward too. Aptly titled “Mothering Ourselves: How to Reclaim Happiness in Midlife,” this episode unpacks the mindset shifts and micro-rituals that help busy women step into a more joyful, balanced version of themselves.
💬 “You were not put on this earth just to keep a house running and a calendar organized.”
Let that sink in. Whether it’s savoring your first sip of coffee before the kids are up, journaling three lines a day, or cranking your “Girl Boss” Spotify playlist — these small acts are revolutionary.
🎯 Mindset Shifts that Matter:
- Self-care is survival, not selfishness.
- Your needs matter just as much as everyone else’s.
- You’re allowed to redefine happiness — over and over again.
These themes echo wisdom from past episodes like “Burnout Recovery 101” and “Radical Acceptance”, where emotional capacity and self-compassion were at the heart of the conversation.
✨ Daily Rituals That Fill You Up:
- Five mindful minutes in the sun ☀️
- A coffee made for you, not just your kids ☕
- Voice notes or journaling victories 📓
- Girl Power playlists 🎶
Want even more inspiration?
- Psychology Today — “Why Self-Care Is Important” — backs up what we’re saying: taking care of yourself makes you better at taking care of others.
- Integrative Nutrition – “What Does Self-Mothering Mean? Eight Ways to Take Care of Yourself” – Includes additional tips on how we can care for ourselves.
Midlife is your time to slow down, check in, and choose joy. Let this episode be your gentle nudge.
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