
128. The Truth About "Balancing" Business and Motherhood
From The Well Nourished Mama by Brooke Harmer
March 31, 2026 · 47 min · Episode 128
About this episode
Brooke Harmer discusses the misleading concept of balancing business and motherhood, offering a new perspective on success and intentional living.
Is “balance” between business and motherhood actually possible—or is it setting you up to feel like you’re always falling short? In this solo episode, I share my honest perspective on why the idea of “balancing it all” is misleading and what to focus on instead. I break down how I’ve built a successful business while being a stay-at-home mom—without sacrificing my values, time, or priorities. This episode reframes success through a more intentional lens, helping you move away from the pressure to do everything and toward becoming the “master of one.” If you’ve ever felt torn between motherhood and your ambitions, this conversation will give you permission to define success on your own terms and build a life that actually supports it. Click HERE to access the show notes for this episode and get direct links to the resources I mentioned in this show.
People in this episode
Host: Brooke Harmer
Topics covered
- business
- motherhood
- balance
- success
- intentional living
Keywords
- balance
- motherhood
- business
- success
- intentional living
- stay-at-home mom
- values
- priorities
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