In this vulnerable and validating episode of Everyday Supermoms, Amy Grace talks about the quiet, often shame-filled thoughts that most moms have—but rarely say out loud. From “I miss my old life” to “I don’t want to play right now,” these thoughts don’t make you a bad mom—they make you a real one. Amy unpacks where these thoughts come from, why they’re more common than you think, and how to meet them with compassion instead of guilt. If you've ever felt alone in your mind as a mother, this episode will remind you: you're not.

✨ Key Takeaways:

• Every mom has hard, messy, and even “unthinkable” thoughts sometimes

• Feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or resentful doesn't mean you're doing it wrong—it means you're human

• Shame thrives in silence, but empathy and honesty bring freedom

• How to gently challenge the inner critic and speak to yourself like a friend

• A simple practice to start letting your unspoken thoughts breathe

  Journal Prompt: “What’s one thought I’ve had that I’ve never admitted out loud?”

💬 Quotes from the Episode:

“You can love your kids and still need space. You can be grateful and still struggle.”

“Mom guilt grows in silence. But when we speak the truth, even quietly, shame starts to lose its grip.”

“You’re not the only one. You never were.”

Brené Brown quote: “Shame cannot survive being spoken. It cannot survive empathy.”

🧠 Keywords:

mom guilt, intrusive thoughts motherhood, overwhelmed mom, mom shame, parenting mental health, motherhood honesty, emotional wellness for moms, unspoken mom thoughts

💬 Let’s Connect!

Have you ever had a hard mom moment you didn’t think you could say out loud? Amy @heyamygrace —because saying it out loud might be the beginning of healing.

About Your Host:

Amy Grace is the heart behind Everyday Supermoms, a podcast that inspires and empowers mothers by sharing diverse stories of resilience and connection. As a licensed therapist, she supports moms through all stages of motherhood with transformative therapy intensives and signature courses like The Motherhood Mindset Reset and Create Your Own Motherhood. A mom of six, Amy draws from her own journey—from single parenting to blended families—to create a community where mothers can embrace their unique paths with confidence and grace.

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