In this episode, we’re talking about something every mother has felt but rarely says out loud — the pressure to be the perfect mom.
From being labeled a “supermom” to quietly carrying the emotional and mental load, we unpack how society expects mothers to perform.
00:00 Sneak Peek: What This Episode is Really About
00:37 Meet Our Guest: Intro to Anu
01:38 Who Was Anu Before Daily Magic?
02:52 When Did You Last Really Rest?
06:42 Why Moms Are Always Overwhelmed
09:07 Practical Ways to Fix the Overwhelm
12:02 Rethinking Mom Guilt
13:05 Why We’re Conditioned to Be “Good Moms”
15:00 Your Subconscious Is Running the Show
17:21 What Is Visualization, Really?
23:22 Visualize Your Dreams With Us (Try This!)
27:36 Why Women Are Told to Hide Their Feelings
33:57 For the Mom Who’s Lost Herself
36:04 The Ripple Effect of Doing Something Just for You
40:07 Beliefs That Changed After Motherhood
42:47 Mommy Confessions (Raw + Honest!)
48:00 Wrap Up: What We Hope You Take Away
49:49 The Mom Pause: A Calming Close
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