The Story You Tell Yourself

The Story You Tell Yourself

Who decided who you are? Most of us carry around stories we've been telling ourselves for years: I'm not a good mom. I'm not disciplined. I'm not fun. I'm just a stay-at-home mom. I'm not capable. The problem is, after telling ourselves those stories long enough, we stop questioning them. We mistake them for facts. In this episode, I share some of the stories I've believed about myself—from feeling completely unqualified to manage a Crumbl store to believing I wasn't a "fun mom" because I parent differently than other women I admire. What if the thing keeping you stuck isn't your circumstances... but the meaning you've attached to them? I hope this episode helps you recognize the stories you've been believing and reminds you that you don't have to keep living inside one that makes you smaller. 💛 Learn more about coaching at annastice.com [https://annastice.com/?utm_source=chatgpt.com]

Have You Been Waiting for Life to Get Easier?

We've all done it. "I'll feel better when the kids are out of diapers." "When summer gets here." "When life slows down." But have you ever noticed that you get to the next season...and you're still stressed? In this episode, I'm talking about a powerful quote from James Clear and why so many moms feel stuck waiting for a better life. The truth is, every season of motherhood comes with its own challenges. The diapers disappear, but the worries don't. The problem isn't that motherhood isn't hard. It is. But sometimes we're waiting for a change in circumstances when what really needs to change is the way we're thinking about those circumstances. If you've ever found yourself saying, "I'll feel better when..." this episode is for you. Take ten minutes to take care of your brain. ❤️ Learn more about coaching at annastice.com [annastice.com]

Why People Pleasing is so Exhausting

Why does people pleasing feel so exhausting? It's not just because you're doing too much. It's because you're spending your life trying to manage something you don't have access to: other people's thoughts. In this episode of Mom Maintenance, I share how years of trying to be the "good girl" left me disconnected from myself, constantly guessing what everyone else thought of me, and afraid to disappoint anyone. We'll talk about why people pleasing creates anxiety, resentment, and insecurity—and why the solution isn't getting everyone to approve of you. If you've ever replayed conversations, worried someone was upset with you, or said yes when you desperately wanted to say no, this episode is for you. It's time to stop trying to read minds and start trusting yourself. Listen in for a short pep talk that will help you feel a little lighter and a lot more connected to who you really are. To find out how you can get one on one coaching, go to annastice.com⁠ [annastice.com]

The Made-Up Rules Making Motherhood Miserable

Why does motherhood feel so heavy sometimes? What if it’s not just the endless responsibilities… but the constant belief that you’re failing at them? In this episode of Mom Maintenance, I’m talking about the invisible “shoulds” moms carry around every day, the comparison traps that make us feel like we’re never enough, and why guilt may not actually be helping us become better mothers at all. If you’ve ever felt like you’re failing your kids, falling behind, or missing motherhood while trying desperately to do it “right,” this episode is for you.

I thought the Problem was Me

Feeling overwhelmed as a mom doesn’t always come from your life being “too much.” Sometimes it comes from the constant pressure, guilt, and thoughts running through your mind all day long. In this deeply personal episode, I’m sharing my own story — from becoming the mom I always dreamed of being… to feeling crushed by the fear that I was never doing enough. I talk about: * the invisible “good mom” expectations so many women carry * how overwhelm and anxiety quietly took over my life * what changed when I discovered coaching and thought work * and why I created Mom Maintenance to help other overwhelmed moms experience the same transformation If you’ve ever felt like you’re failing, behind, emotionally exhausted, or constantly questioning yourself… this episode is for you. You are not broken. Your brain just needs maintenance. Learn more about coaching or book a free consultation at: AnnaStice.com [https://annastice.com?utm_source=chatgpt.com]