308: Real Talk on Relief from Overwhelming Emotions in Motherhood with Becky Thompson

Let’s be real friends, motherhood is hard. We’re all craving relief from the overwhelming emotions that come with it, but how do we actually find it? Today, I’m joined by best-selling author Becky Thompson to bring some deep encouragement for moms. We go beyond surface-level fixes and talk honestly about the real emotions in motherhood. This episode reminds us that real peace and rest are possible, even when motherhood feels relentless.

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:

[03:21] How Can We Stop Feeling Overwhelmed in Motherhood?

[08:09] Why Are We Running From Rest?

[11:56] The Rest We Are Longing For Is a “Filling of The Spirit”

[16:13] How Can We Feel Peace When The World is Full of Problems?

[20:00] When God Becomes Our Peace, It Changes How We Move Through Life

[26:16] Small Practical Steps We Can Take to Find Rest and Peace 

[30:53] Alicia’s Reflections: Jesus Wants Us to Go Deeper and Build Intimacy With Him

RESOURCES:

Tired of up-and-down feelings stealing your peace, sabotaging your relationships, and filling your mind with self-defeating thoughts? If so, make sure to get my new book, “Emotional Confidence: 3 Simple Steps to Manage Emotions with Science and Scripture”.

Connect with author Becky Thompson

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