The Mom Panel: Mompreneurs and the Invisible Load: Burn Out, Boundaries & Balance

In this candid episode of The Mom Panel, we delve into the complexities of balancing entrepreneurship, motherhood, and personal well-being. Michelle opens up about how her rapidly growing career has begun to strain her marriage and family life, highlighting the often unseen challenges faced by working mothers.

Jill introduces the "9-Minute Theory", emphasizing the significance of three pivotal moments in a child's day: the first three minutes after waking up, the first three minutes after returning from school or daycare, and the last three minutes before bedtime. This concept, rooted in the research of neuroscientist Jaak Panksepp, underscores how brief, intentional interactions can profoundly impact a child's emotional well-being .

Michelle also shares insights from Rory Vaden's book, Procrastinate on Purpose, discussing strategies for prioritizing tasks and managing time effectively to prevent burnout. Tiesha resonates with Michelle's experiences, discussing the importance of setting boundaries, particularly regarding phone usage, and carving out personal "me time" to maintain balance and presence in both her family and professional life.

Resources Mentioned:

• The 9-Minute Theory: A parenting approach emphasizing three key daily interactions to strengthen parent-child bonds. 
• Book: Procrastinate on Purpose: 5 Permissions to Multiply Your Time by Rory Vaden

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Chapters

00:00 Language and Emotion: The Connection
02:58 The Invisible Load: Balancing Work and Family
06:02 Time Management Challenges for Moms
08:59 Coping Mechanisms: Work as an Escape
12:10 Delegation and Support: Building a Team
15:13 Mental Health: The Importance of Self-Care
18:01 Breaking the Cycle: Finding Balance
20:50 The Hustle Culture: A Double-Edged Sword
23:45 The Role of Medication in Mental Health
26:53 Finding Stillness in a Busy World
37:29 Navigating Entrepreneurial Challenges
39:01 Setting Boundaries for Self-Care
41:21 Intentional Parenting in Busy Lives
43:39 Quality Over Quantity in Family Time
46:53 The Importance of Connection
49:47 Managing Expectations and Emotions
52:39 Finding Personal Balance
55:14 The Invisible Load of Parenting
01:00:52 Prioritizing Self-Care for Better Parenting

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