Feeling guilty for wanting a podcast while your child plays? Here’s why you crave stimulation, how childhood emotional neglect plays a role, and how to break the cycle without guilt.
Motherhood can feel like a profound identity shift, sometimes leading to a Dark Night of the Soul. This article explores matrescence, the Heroine’s Journey, and Polyvagal Theory to help mothers navigate this transformation with self-compassion. Includes real stories, reflective exercises, and practical self-care tips.