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In this episode of the Unperfected Pod, Brooke explores why so many working mothers struggle with perfectionism and how it affects our mental health, emotional well-being, and energy. She discusses how to get in touch with your needs and desires, prioritize what matters most, assess areas that need improvement, and let go of your mom's guilt. She shares tips on successfully balancing career and family while still taking up space in the world. Join us as we explore these topics and more on this episode!

[00:01 - 02:11] Introduction

• Brooke explains what is "Mom guilt"
• How "Mom guilt" manifests and shows up differently for each of us
• It comes from psychological messages we absorb and the influx of communication and information online about how to be the perfect mom

[02:12 - 11:21] Exploring Mom Guilt And Finding Your Freedom

• Creating an imaginary bar of where we're supposed to be as a person and mother
• Taking unnecessary steps to keep with the "Kardashians instead of just the Joneses"
• Society has created an ideal image of perfectionism that is unattainable
• We need to reshuffle the deck and reestablish what matters most
• There isn't enough energy to sustain the bar we have set for ourselves

[11:22 - 31:54] Get Clear On Who You Are And What Matters Most

• We need to get clear on who we are and what matters most
• Start paying attention to ourselves and our needs
• Engage in behaviors that allow our brain to slow down
• Follow what lights you up and pay attention to your body's reactions
• Shed the "Should's" and "Mom Guilt"
• Divide and conquer tasks with family members to create more balance

[31:55 - 41:46] Closing Segment

• Brooke invites listeners to join her private Facebook group called, "Mommy's Mental Health Matters" to continue the conversation
• To learn more about Brooke and her work, listeners can visit Brooke Jean LLC!

Tweetable Quotes:

"We need you to tap into your authentic essence and your dreams and desires, and your opinions." – Brooke Jean

"We can have what we want and we deserve what we want. It is more than safe and okay for you to take up space." - Brooke Jean

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