Finding Yourself in Motherhood

The Resentment Puzzle

Andrea Gunnell Season 1 Episode 33

That flash of anger when no one notices your clean house. The tears that surprise you when your husband asks "What's for dinner?" while you're sick in bed. The unexplained irritation during family vacations that should be enjoyable. What if these moments aren't random emotional outbursts, but signals pointing to something deeper?

In this illuminating episode, we explore the hidden expectations that create resentment for stay-at-home mothers. Through relatable examples—from the Mother's Day disappointment we can't explain to the frustration when our logistics expertise is dismissed as "just running errands"—we uncover the unspoken needs beneath our strongest emotions.

This isn't about eliminating expectations—it's about acknowledging that your needs for recognition, support, and respect are legitimate. Because in recognizing our hidden expectations, we're not just reducing resentment—we're reclaiming our right to have needs at all.

Perfect for any mother who has ever wondered, "Why am I so angry about something so small?" This episode offers the language and tools to finally understand what's really going on beneath the surface.