In our latest Chasing Brighter episode, we tackle one of the most universal questions moms ask themselves: Am I a good mom? Spoiler alert: the answer isn’t found in your to-do list, school volunteer hours, or how many times you’ve served chicken nuggets this week.
In Episode 80, we dismantle the toxic myth of the perfect mother and shine a light on the real MVPs—the messy, loving, boundary-setting moms who are doing their best every day.
From heartfelt listener stories to personal reflections, we explore:
- Why authenticity > perfection
- How “repair after rupture” is more powerful than never losing your temper
- Why skipping a game doesn’t make you a bad mom
- How generational shifts (and media!) shape our parenting expectations
🎙️ “Being a good mom isn’t about doing it all. It’s about showing up, even in your imperfection.” —Kelly
This episode is a love letter to every mom who feels stretched thin by expectations and is ready to rewrite the rules.
✨ Highlights:
- Voice notes from real moms reflecting on their own motherhood definitions
- Candid stories from Jess and Kelly about guilt, growth, and boundaries
- A reminder that modeling self-love is one of the greatest gifts you can give your children
We also revisit related conversations from past episodes:
- Episode 72: Joy Between the Pages—Fun Reads for Moms
- Episode 64: Radical Acceptance — where we dove deep into releasing perfectionism
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