“I Don't Trust Myself To Know What To Do As A Mom”—Thoughts Moms Parenting Teens and Adult Kids Are Ashamed They Think | Ep. 248

About this episode

This episode explores the common feelings of doubt and guilt among mothers of teens, offering guidance on how to reconnect with inner trust and confidence.

Have you ever caught yourself thinking, I don’t trust myself to know what to do as a mom?.. And then immediately felt a wave of guilt or shame? In this episode, I walk you through why this thought is so common in motherhood, especially as our kids grow more independent and push back in ways that challenge us. If you’ve been feeling lost, second-guessing your instincts, or wondering what your role even is in this next phase, this episode will help you reconnect with your inner guidance. You’ll begin to see that accessing trust in this season of motherhood isn’t about having all the answers. You’ll walk away with a clearer understanding of what to do in those moments when you feel unsure. The result? More peace in your relationships, more confidence in your decisions, and a greater sense of control over how you show up...no matter how your big kid responds. 💡 Interested in learning more about how to create peace, confidence and connection as you raise and launch your teen? Join me for my next free masterclass:  https://www.thesmalljar.com/class . 💪 Curious about coaching with Small Jar?  Check out our Mom 2.0 coaching program:  www.thesmalljar.com/Mom-2-0 . ❓…

People in this episode

Host: Jennifer Collins

Topics covered

• motherhood
• parenting teens
• self-trust
• guilt and shame
• coaching
• personal growth

Keywords

• trust
• motherhood
• parenting
• guilt
• shame
• coaching
• teenagers
• self-improvement

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Small Jar, Small Jar Coach

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