148. Motherhood, Mental Load and Boundaries: Practicing the Aligned Yes

May is notoriously a busy month for moms. From end-of-the-year events and the flood of school emails, it’s not surprising so many of us hit our breaking points. In this episode of Electric Ideas, Whitney opens up about the emotional toll of trying to juggle it all and the weight of being everything for everyone. It’s a compassionate reminder that being busy isn’t always a badge of honor—it can be a quiet cry for help.

 

Whitney takes us back to a season in her life that looked ideal from the outside, but felt overwhelming from the inside. She reflects on the lessons she learned the hard way about boundaries, burnout, and the unrealistic pressure to prove her worth after becoming a mom. She encourages us to prioritize not just self-care, but soul-care. You’ll also learn about her simple yet powerful tool called “Align, Yes, Filter,” designed to help you protect your peace and say yes with intention.  

 

If May seems like a mental and emotional whirlwind, you aren’t alone. This episode offers a grounding moment to reconnect with yourself so you can stop running on autopilot and start showing up for yourself, too.

 

Here’s what you can look forward to in this episode: 

• The chaos of May for moms 

• Personal story of struggling to balance work and motherhood 

• The journey to self-care and alignment 

• Self-care and soul-care tips for moms 

• Aligned, Yes, Filter - Making conscious choices 

Reflection question to ponder:  What's one simple nourishing thing I could do this week just because it brings me joy?

 

Calling Her In: 10 Soulful Journaling Prompts to Connect with Your Future Self

 

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