Motherhood: The Toughest Job No One Talks About

Motherhood: The Toughest Job No One Talks About

Author: Mike Sea/Natural Man, LLC September 15, 2025 Duration: 46:22
Being a mom is one of the most rewarding jobs in the world — but it’s also one of the most difficult. We speak to Momplex Podcast host Scottie Durrett and take a raw and honest look at the real challenges so many moms face today. From the sleepless nights and emotional burnout to juggling multiple responsibilities and losing yourself along the way — this conversation is for every mom who’s ever felt overwhelmed, unseen, or just burnt out! So, whether you're a new mom, a working mom, a stay-at-home mom, or somewhere in between — know you’re not alone! 💛 Let’s discuss the pressure, the guilt, the nonstop chaos... and the strength it takes to keep showing up, even when no one else can see how difficult it really is. 👇 Comment below: What’s been the biggest challenge for you in motherhood? Watch all our videos HERE! https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLBs7xM_a62AQxVt1k-jcKS_R1S7IDTmAG (00:00) – Introduction (02:09) – The Big Realization of Many Moms (07:50) – The Self-Sacrificing Culture of Motherhood (11:11) – Balancing Newborn Babies and Career Pursuits (15:30) – Finding Your Purpose and Fulfillment (22:07) – A Healthy Mom is a Better Mom (25:07) – Influencing Your Kids to Eat Better (29:11) – Easy Ways to Start Living Healthier (33:51) – Dealing with an Unsupportive Partner🔗 Show Notes & Resources 🎙️ Momplex Podcast: scottiedurrett.com 📸 Follow Scottie on Instagram: @scottiedurrett 🍏 Apple Podcasts: Listen on Apple 🎵 Spotify: Follow on Spotify 🌐 Website: MikeSeaPodcast.com 📸 Instagram: @MikeSeaPodcast 🎵 TikTok: @MikeSeaPodcast 📘 Facebook: @MikeSeaPodcast ✉️ Sponsorships & Engagement: mikeseapodcast@gmail.com 📲 Find Us Elsewhere Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Mike Sea Podcast is a conversation about living well, hosted by Mike Sea. It moves beyond simple self-help routines to explore how our mental and physical health are deeply connected to our culture, our relationships, and our own personal growth. Each episode features a dialogue with a leading expert, but the focus remains on practical, grounded advice you can actually use. You’ll hear discussions that challenge conventional thinking about wellness, digging into how societal norms impact our daily choices and how we can build more authentic connections with others and with ourselves. This isn’t about quick fixes; it’s about cultivating a sustainable and thoughtful approach to being a healthier person in a complicated world. By engaging with ideas from education, culture, and society, the podcast provides a unique lens on self-improvement. Tune in for honest, nuanced conversations that aim to make the vast world of health and wellness feel more accessible and personally relevant. The Mike Sea Podcast is for anyone ready to think a little deeper about what a healthy lifestyle truly means.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 50

The Mike Sea Podcast
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Duration: 40:15
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Duration: 41:53
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A New Perspective on Cancer: Understanding Cancer Biology [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 51:18
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Duration: 34:42
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RECOVERY Starts With This....... [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 32:14
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Duration: 39:58
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Duration: 48:11
In this episode, journalist and Wellness Advocate Sarah Andrew discusses the importance of health education, learning to listen to your body, and making informed decisions about natural health practices. The conversation…
Online Dating Expert Breaks Down Why You’re Not Getting Matches [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 46:45
Are You Struggling at Dating? In this episode, we sit down with a leading online dating expert to break down how modern dating apps really work—and why so many people struggle to get matches. Andrea's website: 33000dates…
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Duration: 47:27
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The Emotional Toll Of UNHEALTHY Relationships [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 34:58
What does it mean to align your soul with health in your relationships? In this thoughtful and empowering podcast episode, we sit down with Kiana and Andrew Joyner a relationship coach and counsellor, to explore how the…