The Feel Good Club for Working Moms

Unshakeable confidence as a working mom

Simone Knego shares insights on building confidence, giving yourself grace, and balancing motherhood with a successful career. Learn practical mindset hacks, the importance of self-respect, and how to navigate the chaos of working motherhood with grace and purpose. Takeaways * Confidence is a skill you build, not a trait you have or lack. * The 'Control Alt Delete' method helps reset negative self-talk. * Self-respect and boundaries are foundational for confidence. * Embracing chaos in motherhood reveals hidden gifts and lessons. * Modeling confidence and self-care influences children’s self-esteem. Chapters 00:00 Embracing the Chaos of Motherhood 02:56 Building Confidence Through Self-Compassion 05:53 The Importance of Self-Respect 08:56 Navigating External Validation and Self-Worth 12:01 The Journey of Adoption and Its Lessons 14:49 Finding Joy in the Chaos 18:04 Nurturing Relationships Amidst Parenting 21:02 Modeling Confidence for the Next Generation

Do THIS after yelling at your kid

This episode explores the importance of repair in relationships, especially for working moms. It offers practical frameworks to handle conflicts, repair ruptures, and build stronger emotional resilience with family and colleagues. Takeaways * Repair is not a weakness, but a sign of strength and commitment. * Acknowledging what happened and taking ownership are crucial first steps. * Expressing empathy and reaffirming the relationship help rebuild trust. Chapters 00:00 Welcome to the Feel Good Club 01:02 Understanding the Moments of Losing Control 03:50 The Importance of Repairing Relationships 10:26 Framework for Meaningful Repair 15:23 The Power of Repair Over Perfection 17:18 Practical Steps to Overcome Guilt

How to Live in the Tension Between Ambition and Family Without Burning Out

In this episode, Cheryl Anne Skolnicki shares insights on managing the inherent tension ambitious women face trying to balance career, family, and personal fulfillment. She offers practical strategies to navigate this tension with grace and agility, empowering women to thrive in all areas of life. Takeaways * Living in the tension is a skill, not a flaw * Choices are more abundant and flexible than perceived * Seasons of life demand different operating manuals * Resilience rituals are the currency of sustainable fulfillment * Guilt is a story of societal conditioning, not morality * Celebrating progress while maintaining future focus * Behavioral micro-movements create macro change * Chapters 00:00 - Intro: Managing tension between ambitions and family commitments 00:38 - The ongoing tension is natural and manageable, not eliminable 01:07 - Rubber band analogy: balancing life's pull without letting go of important parts 02:24 - Navigating change with flexibility and dexterity 03:09 - Recognizing that the right amount of tension varies by season 08:37 - Understanding seasons of life to make aligned decisions 09:34 - The power of a 'choice wheel' for intentional decision-making 14:52 - Building resilience through daily rituals such as sleep, movement, and solitude 19:09 - Celebrating milestones and practicing gratitude amidst ongoing efforts

Mental Health for High-Achieving Moms

Tia Graham explores the hidden toll of perfectionism on working moms, revealing how high standards can mask fear and anxiety. She offers practical, science-backed strategies to foster self-compassion, savoring, and mental well-being amidst life's chaos. Takeaways * Perfectionism is rooted in fear of not being enough. * Working moms are set up for this due to societal pressures. * Practicing three good things daily increases happiness. * Self-compassion breaks help rewire negative self-talk. * Savoring moments can ground you in the present. Chapters 00:00 Welcome to the Feel Good Club 01:54 The Burden of Perfectionism 06:30 Understanding Evaluative Concern Perfectionism 09:21 The Unique Struggles of Working Moms 12:11 Facing Anxiety and Fear 14:08 Three Practices for Mental Health 17:57 Embracing Life Beyond Perfectionism

How to Be Resilient as a Working Mom

In this inspiring interview, Tia Graham speaks with Kim Becking about resilience, mindset, and how working moms can navigate life's challenges with grace. Kim shares her personal journey through cancer, divorce, and blending families, offering practical advice on letting go of what can't be controlled, building resilience, and finding joy amidst chaos. Takeaways * You have to let go of things you can't control to bounce forward. * Resilience is about bouncing full, not just bouncing back. * Giving yourself permission to feel and be imperfect is crucial. * Small daily habits can significantly boost your resilience. * Hope needs to be followed by action to create real change. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Feel Good Club 01:05 Kim's Journey: From Adversity to Advocacy 04:47 Resigning as General Manager of the Universe 10:10 Permission to Feel: Emotional Intelligence for Moms 14:26 Letting Go of Control: Practical Strategies 21:49 Bouncing Forward: Redefining Resilience 28:02 Hope, Action, and the Power of Small Steps