Joining us today is Alli Worthington, an author with an impressive grasp on a familiar topic close to many hearts - mom guilt. Navigating her successful career while parenting her five boys, Alli has experienced firsthand the societal pressures all mothers face. Alli's groundbreaking national survey investigating the pains of motherhood led to her latest thought-provoking book, 'Remaining You While Raising Them'. 
In this episode, you’ll learn how to:

Navigate the societal pressures amplifying mom guilt.

Unmask the hidden ways social media fuels mom guilt.

Shine a light on the importance of self-care and setting defined boundaries.

Explore the strategies to promote resilience and independence in children.

Appreciate the inherent value in friendships and support systems for mothers.


The key moments in this episode are:

00:00:00 - The Overwhelming Burden of Mom Guilt
00:02:38 - The Brokenness of Modern Motherhood
00:05:19 - The Impact of Social Media on Mom Guilt
00:07:30 - Trusting Yourself as a Mom
00:14:49 - Taking Care of Our Needs
00:16:18 - Disentangling Our Identity
00:18:33 - The Importance of Letting Go
00:19:31 - Challenges for Single Mothers
00:29:25 - The Importance of Self-Care for Moms
00:31:26 - Investing in Friendships
00:32:37 - Setting Boundaries as a Mom
00:34:47 - Finding Moments of Joy and Rest
00:37:34 - Developing Resilience in Kids

FROM THE PRODUCER
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ABOUT OUR GUEST
Alli lives with her husband, Mark, and their five sons outside of Nashville with the only golden retriever who refuses to retrieve. www.AlliWorthington.com Instagram: @AlliWorthington
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