There’s a moment in every relationship—whether with your spouse, your child, or even yourself—when you have to decide: Do I want to be right, or do I want to stay in relationship? After 23 years of raising four daughters, I’ve learned that compromise isn’t weakness. It isn’t giving in or lowering your standards. It’s a skill. A mindset. A willingness to build bridges instead of walls. And when you practice it with your kids, you’re teaching them one of life’s most essential tools. Being a mom is one of the absolute best AND hardest jobs on the planet. Before you get the job, there are all these ideas about what it's like, what you want to do. But when reality hits, it's not at all what you had in mind. And there's no manual for what to do. That's where I come in. My goal is to share some of my experiences, even some tips and tools, that will help you navigate the complex job of Mom.  For more ways to connect head over to www.thegirlmomlife.com