From Perfection to Progress: How Three Moms Are Redefining Success
Release Date: 12/16/2025
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info_outline👉 New here? This is the debut episode of Rated MOM and the first part of our opening conversation — start here.
In this episode, Heather, Dena, and Jessica introduce Rated MOM and share how this podcast came to life. They talk openly about perfectionism, losing yourself in motherhood, redefining success, and the pressure women carry to appear like they have it all together.
What began as years of conversations between friends turned into a space for honesty, humor, vulnerability, and healing. This episode sets the foundation for Rated MOM — real stories, real growth, and permission to stop striving for perfection and start choosing progress.
If you’ve ever felt stuck between who you are and who you’re “supposed” to be, this conversation is for you.
Timestamps
Podcast Introduction (00:00:05) Opening statements about women's stories, resilience, and introducing the hosts Heather, Deena, and Jessica.
How the Podcast Started (00:00:52) Heather’s idea, two years of discussion, and why the three friends decided to do it together.
Choosing the Podcast Name (00:02:42) The creative process, brainstorming, and settling on "Rated Mom" after considering other names.
Motherhood and Identity (00:04:01) Discussion about motherhood shaping identity, losing oneself, and the desire to share real stories.
Personal Introductions & Vulnerability (00:06:16) Hosts reflect on what they want listeners to know about them, struggles with identity, and social media personas.
Perfectionism and Self-Expectations (00:09:01) Conversation about perfectionism, internal pressures, and the fear of vulnerability.
Fun, Authenticity, and Alter Egos (00:10:45) Sharing sides of themselves not seen on social media, including humor, fun, and alter egos.
Defining Ourselves Beyond Roles (00:12:51) Exploring self-definition beyond titles like mom, wife, or entrepreneur, and discussing self-criticism and imposter syndrome.
Progress Over Perfection (00:15:01) Emphasizing progress over perfection, being hard on oneself, and striving for self-acceptance.
Excitement for the Podcast’s Impact (00:16:08) What the hosts hope listeners will gain: open conversations, healing, and breaking self-isolation.
Generational Change and Growth (00:20:56) Reflecting on generational silence, embracing change, and encouraging personal growth at any age.
Women as Family Stabilizers (00:23:29) Discussing societal expectations for women to be stable and have all the answers in families.
Creating a Supportive Work Culture (00:24:45) How past work experiences shaped their approach to leadership, culture, and supporting women in business.
Lessons in Leadership and Boundaries (00:25:18) Learning not to be held hostage by high performers, setting standards, and building a healthy team culture.
Mentorship and Emotional Support (00:30:46) The importance of mentorship, emotional support, and protecting a positive work environment.
Powerful Quotes from the Episode
Jessica, “For a long time, people thought I had this perfect little life, but behind the scenes, that’s not what it was like.”
Heather, “What I realized was it was me putting those expectations on myself.”
Heather, “I want women to know you don’t have to suffer in silence. Having the conversations is the pathway to healing.”
Dena, “It’s nice to know that we aren’t alone. I think we all think we’re in our own little world, but that’s not true.”
Jessica, “You can always be changing. If you wake up at 40 and hate your job, quit and find something else.”
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