"This is one of the greatest gifts you could give yourself - to take care of yourself.” - Jill Wright

In this week's episode, we are joined by a remarkable guest, Jill Wright – author, speaker, and host of the Grow Like a Mother podcast. Jill shares invaluable insights on combating burnout among super moms, stemming from her own personal journey with anxiety and overwhelm. Dive into a discussion rich with strategies, practical advice, and transformative ideas tailored specifically for mothers striving for balance and well-being.

Key Learnings:

Inspiration and Book Insights:

- Book Introduction: Jill introduces her book "Happy, Healthy, Wealthy, and Wise," which outlines tools for self-care inspired by her battles with anxiety and feeling overwhelmed.

- Supermom Archetypes: Discussion on five distinct supermom archetypes, each with tailored strategies to combat burnout. Emphasis is placed on the importance of boundaries, seeking help, and delegation as means of self-preservation.

Boundaries and Communication:

• Evolution of Boundaries: Exploration of how setting boundaries transitions from feelings of vulnerability to empowerment. The conversation stresses the importance of effective communication in maintaining healthy relationships.

• Self-Awareness: Jill’s approach highlights the need for self-awareness and advocating for one’s personal needs to build confidence and overall well-being.

• Transformative Impact: The positive effects of boundaries on personal growth and relationships are examined, with an emphasis on adaptation and respect within support networks.

Personal Relationships and Core Values:

• Gradual Approach: Importance of a gradual process in setting and maintaining boundaries to ensure clarity and avoid confusion.

• Connecting with Inner Truths: The conversation underscores the significance of identifying core values and deep desires, recommending stillness to connect with inner truths and intuition.

• Intuition Tools: Discussion on using tools like journaling and verbalization to access subconscious truths and gain clarity.

Structured Framework and Time Management:

• Framework for Moms in Business: Jill introduces a structured framework to help moms in business navigate self-discovery and manage time effectively.

• Calendar Audit: Importance of understanding one’s archetype, conducting a calendar audit, and addressing underlying issues to create a personalized time management system aligned with one’s goals.

• Meeting Immediate Needs: Encouragement to address immediate needs and guide individuals toward self-awareness and alignment.

Self-Compassion and Incremental Progress:

• Journey of Self-Improvement: Emphasis on self-compassion and making incremental progress without the pressure of immediate results.

• SMART Goals: Discussion on using SMART goals to guide progress and foster sustained personal growth.

• Challenging Comfort Zones: The transformative power of self-hypnosis and stepping out of comfort zones to enhance growth and self-awareness.

Tune in to learn from Jill Wright and start your path towards a balanced and thriving life. Don’t forget to leave reviews and ratings and stay connected for more empowering episodes.

Connect with Jill:

Socials: @growlikeamother

Publications: Happy Healthy and Wise book

Podcast: grow like a mother

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