The Moms Are Alright
Whether you're trying to conceive or are a few years into toddlerhood, we know that the transition to motherhood can leave you feeling a little (or a lot!) stuck, overwhelmed, and alone.
Join perinatal psychologists Dr. Caroline Dickens (toddler mom) and Dr. Hila Sachs (first-time mom-to-be) as they share their professional expertise and personal experiences alongside guest experts to cover all the motherhood challenges you're struggling with the most.
You'll leave each 45-minute episode with new perspectives and tools that will help you find more peace, joy, fulfillment, and hopefully a little humor, through even the hardest parts of the transition to motherhood.
The Moms Are Alright
The Debrief: Building Unshakeable Self-Trust
Summary
In this conversation, Hila and Caroline explore the topic of perfectionism and the way that external pressure can contribute to it for modern mothers. They discuss the importance of identifying one’s own values, grounding in the present moment, and the need for self-compassion. The conversation emphasizes the significance of trusting one's intuition and finding balance amidst societal expectations.
Takeaways
- Perfectionism can manifest in various ways, especially in motherhood.
- Social media amplifies the pressure to be perfect.
- It's essential to connect with one's values and priorities.
- Grounding techniques can help navigate overwhelming and anxious thoughts.
- Self-trust is vital for a fulfilling experience of motherhood.
- Self-compassion can help moms manage self-criticism.
What’s covered in this episode:
00:00 - Caroline and Hila’s personal experiences of perfectionism
03:04 - Navigating perfectionism in motherhood
05:34 - The role control plays in perfectionism
07:31 - Finding connection over perfection
08:34 - How to get from “what if” to “what is”
11:10 - The role of playfulness in coping with perfectionism
13:50 - Understanding adaptive vs. maladaptive perfectionism
16:05 - Embracing individual values in motherhood
Episode Links
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