238: Feeling exhausted and overwhelmed? Tools to help you cope

  Feeling Overwhelmed by Parenting Stress? You’re Not Alone.   If you’re exhausted, stretched too thin, and struggling with the stress of parenting, you’re not the only one. Many parents—especially mothers—find themselves running on empty, constantly trying to meet everyone’s needs while their own go unnoticed. Parenting stress can leave you feeling frustrated, drained, and even angry at your kids, whom you love so much.   In this episode, we’re unpacking why parenting can feel like too much and what we can do about it. We’ll explore the hidden pressures that push parents toward burnout, the unrealistic expectations we place on ourselves, and small shifts that can help you feel more supported, more present, and less overwhelmed by the daily stress of parenting.  

Questions this episode will answer

• Why does parenting feel so much harder than I expected?
• Is it normal to feel resentful or emotionally drained from the stress of parenting?
• Am I an angry parent? Is this just who I am?
• How can I take care of myself when my kids need me all the time?
• Why do I feel guilty when I set boundaries or ask for help?
• What small, doable changes can I make to feel more balanced and present?

 

What you’ll learn in this episode

• Why so many parents feel like they’re drowning—and why it’s not your fault
• What’s really behind that constant exhaustion and frustration
• Practical ways to lighten the load without adding more to your to-do list
• How small mindset shifts can make parenting feel less overwhelming
• How to recognize when parenting stress is turning you into an angry parent—and what to do about it

  This isn’t about striving for perfection or forcing yourself to do more. It’s about finding simple, meaningful ways to care for yourself while still showing up for your family.   Parental Burnout Quiz Here's the quiz mentioned in the episode: https://en.burnoutparental.com/suis-je-en-burnout   If you snap at your kids more often than you'd like... If your anger seems to come out of nowhere, and you can't stop it... If you've promised your kids you won't yell at them as much, but keep on doing it...   ...the Taming Your Triggers workshop will help.   Sign up for the waitlist and we'll let you know once enrollment re-opens. Click the image below to learn more.  

  Core episodes we reviewed

• 111: Parental Burn Out
• 130: Introduction to mindfulness and meditation with Diana Winston
• 122: Self-compassion for Parents
• 186: How to meet your needs with Mara Glatzel
• SYPM 009: How to Set Boundaries in Parenting

  Other episodes referenced

• 193: You don't have to believe everything you think