Episode 19: In this episode, I sit down with licensed marriage and family therapist Justine Wright to explore the beautiful yet complex journey of motherhood. We dive deep into the challenges we face as mothers, the weight of societal expectations, and how our own childhood experiences shape the way we parent. This conversation gets real about mom guilt, the importance of authenticity, and why community support is absolutely essential for thriving in motherhood.

Key Takeaways:

• Motherhood brings both incredible joy and significant challenges that deserve acknowledgment
• Your inner child experiences directly impact your parenting style and reactions
• Authenticity in sharing the hard parts of motherhood creates deeper connections with other mothers
• Self-care isn't selfish—it's essential for showing up as the mother you want to be

About Justine Wright: Hi, my name is Justine Wright. I am a licensed marriage and family therapist who specializes in individual care. My main focus of work is to help my clients navigate through their current stage of life and find joy, happiness, and fulfillment, where they are as they are looking towards the future. As the mom of a young little girl, one of my favorite topics to discuss is motherhood and all things related. Yes, and that includes all things frustrating and disappointing that we have discovered as we journey into this world we call motherhood. I am currently licensed in three states, including California, Oregon, and Florida. If you are interested in exploring any of the above mentioned topics, I would love to hear from you.

IG - @just_wright_therapy_counseling

Website - justwrighttherapy.net

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