Ep.2 Motherhood, Identity & the Return to Work: Jo Reeves on Trusting Yourself

In the FIRST EVER full length episode of Mama's Flightpath, Jools speaks with transformational change coach Jo Reeves about the complexities of motherhood, work-life balance, and personal empowerment. Jo shares her journey of becoming a mother, the challenges of navigating her identity as a single working parent, and the importance of trusting one's intuition. The conversation emphasizes the need for support, the reality of not being able to 'have it all,' and the significance of role modeling for children. Jo also discusses her coaching approach, focusing on the whole person and the importance of self-worth and empowerment. ⚠️This episode contains the sensitive topic of miscarriage ⚠️

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In this episode you will hear:

🦩Coaching can help prepare for the transition into motherhood.

🦩Motherhood involves layers of identity and change.

🦩It's important to trust your intuition as a parent.

🦩You can't have it all; something has to give.

🦩Self-worth and self-esteem are separate concepts.

🦩Good enough parenting is about presence, not perfection.

🦩Role modeling is essential for children.

🦩Finding support and connection is vital for mothers.

🦩Empowerment means trusting your inner wisdom.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Transformational Coaching

07:05 The Journey of Motherhood and Transformation

13:22 Navigating the Mother Paradox

18:54 Role Modeling and Empowerment

24:22 Defining Empowerment for Women

31:07 The Self-Esteem Gym: Exercises for Inner Dialogue

37:18 Navigating the Transition Back to Work

46:39 Bye