Such a great post, I feel like a lot of this advice could apply more broadly too! I love the idea of not making decisions out of fear (it's something I talk to my kids about quite a bit), and thinking about what you're optimising for.
Appreciate this thoughtful and practical post! Many of the points resonate with me, and can vouch that talking to my network and working with career coach has been helpful in untangling my messy thoughts. And also reading memoirs and non-fiction in areas i'm interested in - that has been an activity where i've gotten inspiration and clarity!
Such a thoughtful method for (re)evaluation, thank you! I definitely had those feelings after each of my kids, but the most visceral feeling of my motherhood was leaving them at day care that first time. I'm going to go cry, but then off to work! :)
Ahh yes that moment is so painful for many moms! I remember feeling uneasy about it, but then once it was over, I felt a huge relief - she gets to be with a caretaker who will give her 100% and I get to do something that fulfills me.
Such a great post, I feel like a lot of this advice could apply more broadly too! I love the idea of not making decisions out of fear (it's something I talk to my kids about quite a bit), and thinking about what you're optimising for.
Appreciate this thoughtful and practical post! Many of the points resonate with me, and can vouch that talking to my network and working with career coach has been helpful in untangling my messy thoughts. And also reading memoirs and non-fiction in areas i'm interested in - that has been an activity where i've gotten inspiration and clarity!
Such a thoughtful method for (re)evaluation, thank you! I definitely had those feelings after each of my kids, but the most visceral feeling of my motherhood was leaving them at day care that first time. I'm going to go cry, but then off to work! :)
Ahh yes that moment is so painful for many moms! I remember feeling uneasy about it, but then once it was over, I felt a huge relief - she gets to be with a caretaker who will give her 100% and I get to do something that fulfills me.
💯I wouldn’t be the mom I am without it.
So much Yes!!!
EVERYTHING changes when you become a mom! Thanks for articulating it so well.
I'm glad it resonated! It happens gradually and then all of a sudden you look up and realize you're a totally different person