270 - Motherhood Unfiltered: The Struggle is Real

Listen in to Be YOU this week as Jill shares a shorter but still incredibly important episode. What happens when no one talks about the real struggles of motherhood, not the cherry-picked Instagram posts or self-deprecating memes but the truths that we are too ashamed to say out loud? That's exactly what Jill is addressing in this episode.

Inspired by a conversation that literally left her breathing easier, Jill reflects on the importance of finding balance between personal growth and lighter moments that make us feel human, even, as she calls it, effervescent. She shares how years of doing the heavy, inner work made her forget what it felt like to simply come up for air like a whale needs to do after feeding, to laugh, to watch bad TV, to be light. That realization shapes this episode on the shorter side in which Jill offers listeners a moment to breathe while naming the weight that so many moms carry.

Via honest reflections and listener submissions, Jill exposes the relentless, contradictory pressures that so many mothers face - from feeding kids the “right” foods to measuring every parenting decision against the long list of expert advice.

It’s not just about raising children but also about getting through the expectations that turn motherhood into a high-stakes performance. Social media leads to comparison traps, the impossible demand to be both present and productive, the quiet fantasies of running away for just a moment of peace – the bitter truth is all here, so whether you are a mom, love a mom, and/or are healing your relationship with your own mom, Jill invites you this week to take a breath and feel less alone in the chaos that not enough people talk about!

Show Notes:

[2:03] - Balancing joy and depth is important; surfacing for air is as vital as diving deep!
[5:32] - Feeling effervescent lately, Jill craves more lightness, fun, and zest on this podcast.
[7:10] - Motherhood’s hidden struggles often stay silent because of societal pressure to appear happy and perfect.
[9:38] - Motherhood tends to lack space for honesty, although struggles such as guilt and isolation can unite moms.
[12:35] - Moms today deal with impossible social media standards while torn between constant presence and escaping everything.
[15:45] - Jill discusses how mothers feel intense pressure to balance perfection in parenting, appearance, career, and household responsibilities.
[18:01] - Many moms secretly crave escape, dealing with guilt, expectations, and the weight of motherhood’s mental load.
[21:00] - Jill introduces a supportive, healing virtual program for moms, designed as a safe, nurturing space.
[23:59] - Jill's upcoming program promises calmness, reassurance, and connection while remaining affordable and easy for moms to join.
[26:17] - Jill offers the program at only $197 with four video calls, support, and expertise for women!

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