Episode 09: Losing Yourself as a Working Mom? 3 Steps to Reclaim Your Identity and Ambition
You look successful on paper—career, kids, calendar full, but inside you feel strangely blank. You can answer who you are as “mom” and what you do at work, but if someone asks, “What do you want? What do you enjoy?” your mind goes quiet. If you’ve wondered, “Have I completely lost myself in work and motherhood?” this episode is for you.
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In this episode you’ll hear:
Why high-achieving working moms often feel like they’ve lost themselves in their roles
The quiet “Who am I, really?” moment when you’re asked what you want for the next few years
How being everybody’s go‑to person buries your own desires and dreams
3 practical steps to reclaim your identity and ambition as a working mom:
Remember: who you are beyond “employee,” “leader,” and “mom”
Reconnect: with what actually gives you energy and joy in this season
Rebuild: your ambition with small, aligned steps that fit your real life