The Tough Love Message Every Mom Needs to Hear

An Unapologetic Letter to Moms on Mother's Day

I thought about sending a soft, sweet message this Mother's Day telling you to just relax and do absolutely nothing today while you're hopefully being pampered. But that message would be incomplete. I care about you too deeply to leave this bit out so here goes:

For too long, you have been playing small, letting fear dictate your choices. You've been living for others while slowly dimming your own brilliant light. NO MORE. It's time for you to start making the changes you have been avoiding for years and in some cases, decades…

Changes that look like…

Physical Changes:

• Lose that significant amount of weight you've been wanting to

• Adopt a consistent fitness routine that feels sustainable

• Cut off those unhealthy eating habits holding you back

• Overcome the physical ailments or chronic pain limiting you

Spirituality Changes:

• Deepen your spiritual practice through prayer and meditation

• Reconnect with a faith community by exploring different churches

• Join a virtual or in-person bible study or small group

• Open yourself up to experiencing more awe, wonder and connection

Financial Changes:

• Get out of overwhelming debt once and for all

• Build up your emergency fund to 6+ months' expenses

• Start investing for retirement or your children's education

• Downsize your lifestyle to align with your values

Emotional/Mental Changes:

• Start going to therapy to heal from past traumas you've buried

• Learn to set firm boundaries in your relationships

• Build the self-confidence and self-worth you deserve

• Find healthy coping mechanisms for the stress/anxiety you face

Career Changes:

• Go back to school or get that new certification advancing your career

• Switch to a career you are truly passionate about

• Ask for the promotion or raise you've earned

• Start your own business or side hustle you've been dreaming of

Relationship Changes:

• Leave that unhealthy or abusive relationship weighing you down

• Cut off contact with the toxic family members hurting you

• Demand more respect and equity from the partner you love

• Restore broken relationships with loved ones you've missed

Personal Growth Changes:

• Get out of your comfort zone more like you know you should

• Learn a completely new skill like public speaking

• Travel alone or move somewhere new you're being called to

• Share your beautiful art or poems with the world

What are my next steps?

It's time to stand in your power as the amazing, capable, brilliant woman you are. It's time to quit making excuses and go after those dreams patiently waiting. It's time to show your children what it means to live authentically and bravely.

As a mother, you cannot fully show up for loved ones while abandoning yourself. You cannot nurture others while neglecting your own needs and dreams.

So let this Mother's Day be a rebirth - a shedding of old fears, outdated narratives, and the "I'll do it one days." Now is your time to boldly become who you were born to be.

You've got this, mama. I'm behind you every step, cheering you on as you finally choose to live big, bold, and authentically YOU. If you're craving more than just inspiration - you want personalized, heartfelt support to achieve real, lasting change then let's talk about working together 1-on-1.

Happy Mother’s Day! 💛

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Need a productive yet chill environment to knock out your to-do list? Join me for Virtual Coworking this Thursday, May 16th from 10am AST. We’re opening up the room 15 minutes early for newcomers, coaching or for those who need time to get settled.

It's the perfect way to get stuff done while connecting with other motivated women! These sessions are FREE throughout May, but limited to 10 spots.

Starting in June, there will be a small fee to reserve your coworking space. But for now, let's make the most of this free opportunity to GSD (get stuff done) together!

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