In this episode of The Thriving Mompreneur, Liz Kent dives into the all-too-familiar experience of mom guilt and how it plays out in our daily lives. She shares a personal story about overcommitting to school field trips, learning to set realistic boundaries, and navigating the emotional challenges that come with saying "no."
Through self-compassion, open conversations with her kids, and a shift in perspective, Liz highlights how setting boundaries can actually strengthen our relationships rather than weaken them.
Tune in to learn practical strategies for overcoming mom guilt and making choices that support both your business and family life.
Key Takeaways
Mom guilt often stems from unrealistic expectations we place on ourselves.
Practicing self-compassion helps reframe guilt into a learning opportunity.
Setting boundaries isn’t just for you—it teaches your kids valuable lessons about respecting others’ time and energy.
Zooming out and looking at commitments from a broader perspective makes decision-making easier.
People are often more understanding and flexible than we anticipate.
Quotes from the Episode
"I can't do it all. And sometimes I miss things and make mistakes. I'm a human, just like everybody else."
"Just because my child was upset didn’t mean I needed to adjust my decision."
"Boundaries aren’t just for us—they help teach our kids to respect other people’s time and energy too."
"When you zoom out and look at your commitments over a longer period, you realize you're doing more than enough."
Resources Mentioned
Francesca Zoia, Relationship Coach
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