In this episode, I’m sharing a very real, very raw reflection that hit me while driving, the kind that sits heavy in your chest and won’t let go. As my daughter gets closer to starting school, I find myself scared, angry, and grieving the world our children are being shaped by. This isn’t a polished take or a neat conclusion, it’s me laying it all out, wondering how we protect childhood, softness, and humanity in a system that keeps asking us to go faster.

I talk about:

• ​ The fear that comes up as our kids enter systems built on pressure, performance, and hustle
• ​ What I’ve witnessed working with children and teens experiencing anxiety, burnout, and fear of failure
• ​ Why slow motherhood feels like both an act of care and quiet resistance
• ​ The grief of realizing how much is outside our control once we become parents
• ​ Holding frustration and hope at the same time — and believing change is still possible

If you’re craving a slower pace, softer expectations, and a reminder that you’re not alone in worrying about the world our children are growing up in, you’re in the right place. This one is for the parents lying on the floor, staring at the ceiling, wondering how we got here, and how we move forward, together.

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🌿 Slow Motherhood Tools & Support:

Free Quiz: What’s Keeping You Stuck in the Hustle?https://authenticlivingguidance.ca/quiz

The Slow Motherhood Journal Pack: https://authenticlivingguidance.ca/slowmotherhoodjournal

Mentorship Info:

https://www.authenticlivingguidance.ca/slow-motherhood-mentorship

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✨ Therapy for Moms (Ontario & Quebec)

Book a free consultation: https://emilieavongreen.ca/contact

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🌸 Connect on Instagram: @authentic_living_with_emilie

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If this podcast resonates, please follow, share, or leave a review so this work can reach more mothers who need gentleness, too.

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Disclaimer:

This podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only and is not a substitute for psychotherapy, medical advice, mental health assessment, or diagnosis. Please seek support from a licensed mental health professional for individual care.

In this episode, I’m reflecting on something that feels absolutely essential to a slow, sustainable life: having people in your corner. I share why support systems matter so much—especially for mothers—and how building real connection in adulthood takes intention, vulnerability, and a willingness to put yourself out there (even when it feels awkward).

I talk about:

• ​ Why social support is one of the strongest predictors of wellbeing—and why so many of us are missing it
• ​ How motherhood can deepen isolation and fuel self-judgment when we don’t have people to talk to
• ​ The reality of adult friendships: busy schedules, mismatched calendars, and the effort it takes to stay connected
• ​ Why relationships with other women and mothers feel so different—and so healing
• ​ What it looks like to bravely say “do you want to be friends?” and trust that the risk is worth it

If you’re craving deeper connection, gentler support, and reassurance that you don’t have to do life or motherhood alone, this episode is for you.

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🌿 Slow Motherhood Tools & Support:

Free Quiz: What’s Keeping You Stuck in the Hustle?https://authenticlivingguidance.ca/quiz

The Slow Motherhood Journal Pack:https://authenticlivingguidance.ca/slowmotherhoodjournal

Mentorship Info:

https://www.authenticlivingguidance.ca/slow-motherhood-mentorship

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✨ Therapy for Moms (Ontario & Quebec)Book a free consultation:https://emilieavongreen.ca/contact

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🌸 Connect on Instagram:@authentic_living_with_emilie

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If this podcast resonates, please follow, share, or leave a review so this work can reach more mothers who need gentleness, too.

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Disclaimer:

This podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only and is not a substitute for psychotherapy, medical advice, mental health assessment, or diagnosis. Please seek support from a licensed mental health professional for individual care.

In this episode, I share a part of my story I haven’t really told before — not why I became a therapist for moms, but why I became a therapist at all. It started with a question I was asked recently and opened the door to reflecting on the messages I internalized growing up, especially around intelligence, worth, and the need to prove myself. This is a quiet, honest unpacking of how our early experiences shape the way we move through the world — and how awareness can be the first step toward living differently.

I talk about:

• ​The childhood school experiences that led me to believe I wasn’t “smart enough”
• ​How internalized messages become self-fulfilling prophecies if we don’t question them
• ​The difference between academic performance and intelligence — and why context matters
• ​How striving to prove ourselves can quietly fuel anxiety, burnout, and overgiving
• ​Why awareness is such a powerful (and gentle) starting point for healing and change

If this episode brings up memories, questions, or old stories you’ve been carrying, know you’re not alone. And if you’re craving a slower pace, softer expectations, and space to reflect on who you are beneath the proving — you’re in the right place.

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🌿 Slow Motherhood Tools & Support:

Free Quiz: What’s Keeping You Stuck in the Hustle?https://authenticlivingguidance.ca/quiz

The Slow Motherhood Journal Pack:https://authenticlivingguidance.ca/slowmotherhoodjournal

Mentorship Info: https://www.authenticlivingguidance.ca/slow-motherhood-mentorship

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✨ Therapy for Moms (Ontario & Quebec)

Book a free consultation:https://emilieavongreen.ca/contact

—————————————————————————————

🌸 Connect on Instagram:@authentic_living_with_emilie

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If this podcast resonates, please follow, share, or leave a review so this work can reach more mothers who need gentleness, too.

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Disclaimer:

This podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only and is not a substitute for psychotherapy, medical advice, mental health assessment, or diagnosis. Please seek support from a licensed mental health professional for individual care.