Breaking Free From All Or Nothing Thinking

Do you ever catch yourself thinking "I'm the only one who does dishes around here" or "I never get any help with the kids"? If these thoughts sound familiar, you're not alone – and more importantly, you're not stuck with them.

In this episode, we're diving deep into all-or-nothing thinking, one of the most common (and painful) thought patterns that plague mothers. You know those sentences that start with "I always..." "I never..." or "I am the only one who..." – the ones that leave you feeling frustrated, resentful, and completely overwhelmed? We're going to explore why your brain defaults to these extreme thoughts and, more importantly, what you can do about it.

We'll uncover the fascinating science behind why our brains love absolutes (spoiler: it's not your fault!), from evolutionary survival mechanisms to the way chronic stress literally rewires our thinking. You'll learn to recognize when you're caught in black-and-white thinking and discover practical tools to find the more balanced – and truthful – middle ground.

By the end of this episode, you'll have a toolkit for catching all-or-nothing thoughts before they spiral, techniques for finding more balanced truths, and strategies for communicating your needs without the resentment that comes from absolute thinking.