E190: Guilt Around Spending Money or Time on Yourself? 3 Steps to Overcoming Mom Guilt!

E190: Guilt Around Spending Money or Time on Yourself? 3 Steps to Overcoming Mom Guilt!

Author: Patricia Sung | ADHD Coach for Moms with ADHD May 25, 2023 Duration: 24:36

Goldfish crackers are not lunch.

Are you only giving yourself the bare minimum leftovers of everything: scraps of time, energy and money?

Today, we're talking about something that most moms can relate to: mom guilt. We'll give up anything and everything in order for our kids to have more.

We want to feel strong, confident, and happy as mothers, but sometimes the pressures of keeping up all.the.things. can feel overwhelming. You need breaks before you break. 

Why do you feel guilty? And how can you remind yourself that YOU MATTER? Let's explore these guilty feelings together.

It's time to prioritize our mental wellness, grow our self-confidence, and make bold decisions for self-care - together. 

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Only a mother could have thought of that many ways to check off the boxes.

"✅treat, ✅pause, ✅relax"

 🧘‍♂️🧘‍♂️🧘‍♂️"  –ADHD Mama K.P.

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Find links to everything mentioned in this episode & read the transcript here: https://www.patriciasung.com/podcast/episode-190-feeling-Guilty-Spending-Money-Time-on-Yourself-3-Stepshto-Overcoming-Mom-Guilt


Ever feel like you're running a marathon with no finish line in sight, while everyone else seems to be on a leisurely stroll? That mental clutter, the constant search for your keys, the guilt over forgotten appointments-it's not a personal failing. It's often the lived experience of motherhood when you're also navigating adult ADHD. Motherhood in ADHD is a space created specifically for that reality. Hosted by Patricia Sung, an ADHD coach who gets it because she lives it, this podcast digs into the intersection of a neurodivergent brain and the demands of raising a family. You'll find conversations that move beyond simple tips, offering brain-based science and practical strategies tailored for moms whose minds work differently. Episodes explore how to structure your days in a way that works with your ADHD, not against it, and rethink parenting approaches to reduce overwhelm for both you and your kids. It’s about education that leads to self-compassion, replacing shame with understanding. Tune in for honest talk about productivity that actually sticks, managing mental health, and building systems that acknowledge your unique wiring. This is more than just a podcast; it’s a companion for redefining what success looks like in your home and in your mind, helping you move from barely coping to truly thriving.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

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