Ever thought leaving the corporate world would feel like freedom… only to realise the hardest part is meeting the version of yourself you’ve been avoiding?
If you're navigating a career crossroads, feeling the tug away from the 9–5, or wondering who you are beyond your job title, this episode is for you.
This week, I'm sharing (with a very husky voice as I am poorly!!) the truth about leaving the corporate world the part no one prepares you for.
Not the redundancy paperwork or the career pivot…
But the identity shift.
The wobble.
The “who even am I now?” moment. Layer that with motherhood! That is a whole cocktail the redundeny career coach wasn't prepared for!!
In this deeply personal episode, I tell the story of how I went from crying in the loos at work, to navigating the shock of redundancy, to building a soul-led business rooted in purpose, motherhood, spiritual intelligence, and joy.
You'll hear how surprising “loose ties” (the people I barely knew and its actually weak ties - sorry! Read more in my blog on this ) played a bigger role in my reinvention than the colleagues who’d known me for years and why this matters for mums redefining success after burnout, identity loss, and returning-to-work confusion.
You’ll walk away with:
✨ The emotional truth of leaving corporate life (identity shifts, fear, uncertainty, relief)
✨ Why redundancy can be a catalyst for self-discovery (and not the disaster it feels like)
✨ How motherhood changes your sense of purpose more than any job title ever could
✨ The power of “weak ties” — and why networking with people who don’t know the “old you” is transformational
✨ The first pillar of Spiritual Intelligence: Know Yourself — and how this shapes your next chapter
✨ Why ambition doesn’t disappear in motherhood — it just needs a different home
✨ How spiritual intelligence + neuroscience can guide your next career move
✨ What it really takes to build a soul-aligned life after corporate burnout
Work with me:
If you're feeling the tug to change your career, rewrite your story, or build a life that actually fits the woman you’ve become — book a free 45-minute vibe call with me or head to my website www.mamasflightpath.com
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If you’ve been stuck in survival mode wondering where your spark has gone, this episode will shift something big. Last night, I stood on stage in sparkly trousers performing a one-word love letter to a stranger named Romeo… and it raised my love frequency more than journalling ever has.
In this story episode, I’m sharing the real moment I froze in a work meeting (hello inner critic and The Shark), why improv became the unexpected medicine I didn’t know I needed, and how laughter and play can instantly change your vibration as a mum. We’ll explore the science behind heart–brain coherence, how connection regulates your nervous system, and why joy is essential for mums who feel overwhelmed, exhausted, or disconnected from who they are.
You’ll also hear about the mushrooms I kept seeing everywhere (yes, really), what your RAS is trying to show you, and the nudge that led me to create The Thinking Space — a retreat in Portugal for mums who want clarity, connection, sunshine, and time to think.
What you’ll walk away with:
✨ What “love frequency” actually means
✨ Why your body changes when you feel joy
✨ How play helps mums in burnout or transition
✨ Why connection is essential for confidence
✨ What your brain notices when you’re waking up again
If you’re craving more joy, more aliveness and more YOU — this is your permission slip.
✨ Your Reflection: What’s ONE thing that lifts your love frequency? Come tell me on Instagram @mamasflightpath.
⚠️Disclaimer: This podcast may cause breakthroughs and life enrichment ! The content shared in Mama’s Flight Path is for inspiration and education only. It’s not a substitute for professional medical, mental health, or financial advice.
I speak from lived experience, coaching practice, and research but every mum’s journey is unique. Please take what resonates, leave what doesn’t, and always seek professional support if you need it. with love and kindness Jools x
Ever found yourself saying ‘I’m fine’ when you’re anything but?
If that’s you, this conversation is going to feel like a deep exhale.
This flocking fabulous episode is a warm, honest conversation with the brilliant Anna and it’s one every mama needs to hear.
We talk about the invisible emotional load, the constant pressure to keep going, and why mums so often feel guilty for wanting… a minute.
You’ll walk away with permission to pause, practical ways to recharge without guilt, and the reminder that you deserve support too.
The small shift that helped Anna finally release her guilt around rest
Why mums ignore their own needs (and what to do instead)
A mindset reframe to stop apologising for taking a break
The surprising power of letting yourself receive help
One grounding practice you can try this week to feel more like you again
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Feeling stuck in survival mode? Download 56 Ways to Rest — a simple, zero-mental-load guide with 8 ideas for every one of the 7 types of rest every mama needs to feel human again.
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If this episode made you feel seen, uplifted, or even just a little less alone, share it with another mum who deserves that reminder that she’s already flocking fabulous.
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⚠️ Disclaimer: This podcast may cause breakthroughs and life enrichment! The content shared in Mama’s Flight Path is for inspiration and education only. It’s not a substitute for professional medical, mental health, or financial advice. I speak from lived experience, coaching practice, and research — but every mum’s journey is unique. Take what resonates, leave the rest, and always seek professional support if you need it.
This episode is all about setting soul goals the kind that energise you, support your season of motherhood and don’t drain the life out of you.
I’m teaching you my three-step Soul Goal Framework based on NLP, spiritual intelligence, and a whole lot of lived experience. You’ll learn how to design goals that light you up, honour your values, and align with the life you actually want… not the one you think you should be chasing.
This is the shift that helped me leave corporate, manifest my husband (yes, really), and finally build a life that feels like me.
Why “good girl goals” keep you stuck — and what to do instead
How to use emotion as your internal compass for clarity and motivation
The power of sensory visualisation through the lens of neuroplasticity
How to check whether your goal is aligned… or actually an ego trap
One reflection question you can use today to design your next soul goal
n and map out your next steps with confidence.
Freebie:
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⚠️ Disclaimer: This podcast may cause breakthroughs and life enrichment. It’s for inspiration and education only and not a substitute for professional medical, mental health, or financial advice. Every mum’s journey is unique — take what resonates, leave the rest, and seek support when you need it.
Love, Jools x
We’ve all been told to “just be grateful.” But what if the very thing that’s meant to lift you up… is what’s keeping you stuck?
In this raw, honest story episode, I’m lifting the lid on the side of gratitude no one talks about — the guilt, the gaslighting, and the quiet way it convinces so many mums to play small.
You’ll hear the exact moment I realised my gratitude journal had become a cage, not a compass and how I broke free to chase a life that actually feels good, not just “good enough.”
If you’ve ever wondered, “Why do I still feel stuck when I should be grateful?” — this one’s for you.
What You’ll Hear
• The truth about toxic gratitude (and how to spot it in your own life)
• Why so many mums mistake being thankful for being fulfilled
• The moment my “gratitude practice” turned into self-silencing
• The powerful mindset shift that helped me want more — without guilt
• One reflection to help you rewrite your definition of “enough” this week
🦩 Freebie:
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Download 56 Ways to Rest — there are seven types of rest every mama needs to feel human again (and I’ve given you eight ideas for each one, so no mental load required!).
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If this episode made you rethink what gratitude really means, share it with another mum who’s tired of being “thankful” but unfulfilled.
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⚠️ Disclaimer:
This podcast may cause breakthroughs and life enrichment! The content shared in Mama’s Flight Path is for inspiration and education only. It’s not a substitute for professional medical, mental health, or financial advice.
I speak from lived experience, coaching practice, and research — but every mum’s journey is unique. Take what resonates, leave what doesn’t, and always seek professional support if you need it.
Love,
Jools x
Chapters
00:00 The Power of Gratitude
02:11 Craving More: Gratitude vs. Guilt
04:46 Vision Boards and Goal Setting
07:54 Ego Goals vs. Soul Goals
10:30 The Journey to Flocking Fabulous Living
How to Create One Peaceful Corner That Honours the Season You’re In
Ever look around your house and feel like the mess matches your mind?
If you’ve been craving a little calm in the chaos, this episode is for you.
Inspired by Japanese living philosophy, I’ll walk you through a simple ritual to help you create one peaceful corner in your home that reflects the season you’re in — both outside and within.
It’s not about decluttering your entire house or chasing perfect. It’s about designing a small, sacred space that feels grounding, beautiful, and completely yours.
You’ll learn how to use your surroundings as a mirror for your mindset — because when you honour the season you’re in, you stop fighting it and start flowing with it.
The real reason clutter feels so emotionally heavy
How to use the energy of each season to reset and reconnect
A 3-step “Season Shelf” ritual to calm your home and your head
Why a tidy corner can bring more peace than a perfect house
A reflection to help you align your space with your inner season
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⚠️ Disclaimer:
This podcast may cause breakthroughs and life enrichment!
The content shared in Mama’s Flight Path is for inspiration and education only. It’s not a substitute for professional medical, mental health, or financial advice.
I speak from lived experience, coaching practice, and research — but every mum’s journey is unique.
Please take what resonates, leave what doesn’t, and always seek professional support if you need it.
Love, Jools x
The Book I'm reading and that inspired this episode
The Japanese Art of Living Seasonally : An invitation to celebrate every day
How to Stop Comparing and Start Playing Again | Motherhood, Overwhelm & Finding Joy Where You Are (and stay tuned to the end om this one if you want a giggle!)
Ever caught yourself comparing your messy real life to someone else’s perfect feed and feeling like you’re falling behind? This one’s for every mum who’s tired of the comparison trap and craving more joy, calm, and confidence.”
In this episode of Mama’s Flight Path, I’m sharing a real-life moment that stopped me in my tracks — the day I compared my life to my dad’s perfect lawn.
What started as another spiral of mum guilt and overwhelm turned into a lesson on perfectionism, presence, and the power of play.
If you’ve been stuck in the comparison trap, feeling burnt out, or wondering how to feel more balanced and joyful in motherhood, this story will help you see your own “messy patch” in a whole new way.
The motherhood metaphor that changed how I see overwhelm 🌿
Why the “grass is greener” illusion fuels mum guilt and burnout
A mindset reframe to calm your inner critic
How play and rest help you reset and find joy again
A reminder that your messy, magical life is already enough
Freebie:Feeling stuck in survival mode? Download 56 Ways to Rest — There are seven types of rest every mama needs to feel human again. I have given you 8 ideas for every 7 types so no more mental load required! AND ITS FREE mamasflightpath.com/freebies
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⚠️Disclaimer: This podcast may cause breakthroughs and life enrichment ! The content shared in Mama’s Flight Path is for inspiration and education only. It’s not a substitute for professional medical, mental health, or financial advice.
I speak from lived experience, coaching practice, and research but every mum’s journey is unique. Please take what resonates, leave what doesn’t, and always seek professional support if you need it. Love Jools x
If you’ve been running on empty, juggling work, kids, and a never-ending to-do list — wondering when it’s your turn to feel alive again — this episode is for you.
In this Jools Tools episode, we’re talking about something most working mums have forgotten: play.
Inspired by Brené Brown’s Gifts of Imperfect Parenting and, yes, Gabby’s Dollhouse: The Movie, Jools shares a powerful mindset tool that helps you rediscover joy, beat mum burnout, and bring more energy and connection into your everyday life.
Because play isn’t just for kids — it’s the secret to living a flocking fabulous life full of freedom, flow, and fun.
The light-bulb moment Jools realised she’d stopped playing and started parenting on autopilot
The Play Venn — Simple framework for finding joy again
Three reflection questions to help you find your personal Play list
How to make play part of your family life (without turning it into another job)
Why play isn’t frivolous — it’s fuel for your purpose, creativity, and calm
Freebie:
Feeling stuck in survival mode? Download 56 Ways to Rest (these maybe idea for play) — There are seven types of rest every mama needs to feel human again. I've given you 8 ideas for every 7 types so no more mental load required! It’s FREE at mamasflightpath.com/freebies
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If this episode made you smile, share it with another mum who needs permission to have fun again.And don’t forget to hit follow so you never miss an episode of Mama’s Flight Path every Thursday and Sunday
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⚠️Disclaimer: This podcast may cause breakthroughs and life enrichment ! The content shared in Mama’s Flight Path is for inspiration and education only. It’s not a substitute for professional medical, mental health, or financial advice.
I speak from lived experience, coaching practice, and research but every mum’s journey is unique. Please take what resonates, leave what doesn’t, and always seek professional support if you need it. Love Jools x
Because when you fly, your family flies too.
And don’t forget to hit Follow so you never miss an episode of Mama’s Flight Path — the podcast helping mums break free from burnout, rediscover their joy, and build flocking fabulous lives.
Love ya! Jools x
What a kids’ movie taught me about joy, presence, and rediscovering play. Because sometimes the reminder you need shows up in cat ears and glitter.
Ever feel like life’s become one big to-do list? Between work, school runs, and meal planning, even fun starts to feel like another box to tick. If you’ve forgotten how to actually play — this one’s for you.
In this story episode, I’m taking you to an unexpected place: the cinema.
What started as a half-term trip to see Gabby’s Dollhouse: The Movie turned into a full-blown reminder about joy, presence, and the power of play.
You’ll hear what a children’s film taught me about rediscovering that part of ourselves that gets buried under routines, responsibilities, and endless “shoulds.”
Spoiler: this isn’t about the movie — it’s about remembering how to feel alive again.
You’ll hear:
✨ The moment I realised how serious life had become (and why that’s a problem)
✨ The surprising link between play, creativity, and emotional wellbeing
✨ The science behind how play boosts empathy, problem-solving, and happiness
✨ A gentle reminder that joy isn’t a reward — it’s your way home to yourself
Instagram account I'm loving with the caterpillar MyLittlePlayDen
Freebie:Feeling stuck in survival mode? Download 56 Ways to Rest — There are seven types of rest every mama needs to feel human again. II have given y!ou 8 ideas for every 7 types so no more mental load required! t’s free at mamasflightpath.com/freebies
Share the Love
If this episode made you smile (or made you want to grab your cat ears and dance in the kitchen), share it with another mum who could use that reminder.
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⚠️Disclaimer: This podcast may cause breakthroughs and life enrichment ! The content shared in Mama’s Flight Path is for inspiration and education only. It’s not a substitute for professional medical, mental health, or financial advice.
I speak from lived experience, coaching practice, and research but every mum’s journey is unique. Please take what resonates, leave what doesn’t, and always seek professional support if you need it. Love Jools x
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Flocking Fabulous Living
00:27 The Impact of Gabby's Dollhouse on Joy and Play
02:07 The Science of Play and Its Importance
07:09 Embracing Play in Everyday Life
Feeling stuck, burnt out, or unsure what’s next? It's another half term and not enough annual leave?! Can't remember the last time you did something for you? You DO have a choice.
This episode is your permission slip to begin again.
Join me, Jools Raye, as I share the simple but powerful 3-step Flocking Fabulous™️ Mindset Map — my proven method to help working mums move from autopilot to alignment.
You’ll learn how to:
✨ Recognise the signs that your next chapter is calling
✨ Reframe fear and self-doubt using practical mindset tools
✨ Take one small, brave step toward a more purposeful, fulfilling life
Drawing from my own story of redundancy and reinvention, I shows how small mindset shifts can spark major transformation.
If you’re ready to stop waiting for the “perfect time” and start designing a life that feels flocking fabulous, this episode is for you.
I hope you loved this week’s episode of Jools Tools on Mamas Flight Path and that it gave you a little spark that you can lead yourself . Please share it with another mama who’s ready to screw surviving motherhood and choosing to live Flocking Fabulous™️!
It honestly means the world when you share, it helps more mamas find these conversations and start designing their Flocking Fabulous lives too.
I'm here Every Thursday sharing my journey to building a Flocking Fabulous life as a freelancer, going from corporate to my calling.
Sunday I am here with a coaching tool.
and because I believe Flocking Fabulous Living starts with First Love Yourself - I have created 56 ways to rest. It's a cool infographic so you can pin it on your fridge, grab from my website https://www.mamasflightpath.com/freebies
With Love and Kindness
Jools x 🦩
Stay connected with like minded mums: Instagram | Facebook | YouTube
⚠️Disclaimer: This podcast may cause breakthroughs and life enrichment ! The content shared in Mama’s Flight Path is for inspiration and education only. It’s not a substitute for professional medical, mental health, or financial advice.
I speak from lived experience, coaching practice, and research but every mum’s journey is unique. Please take what resonates, leave what doesn’t, and always seek professional support if you need it.⚠️
Chapters
00:00 The Call to Adventure
03:59 Crossing the Threshold
06:53 The Unbranding Exercise
08:13 Real Stories of Transformation
Ever feel like you’ve outgrown your old identity — the job title, the routine, the version of you that made sense before motherhood?
This episode is your permission slip to unbrand yourself.
Recorded after attending an event at Ada Lovelace’s former home — the world’s first computer programmer and a mum of three coding in a corset — Jools shares how Ada’s courage to be seen, and Matthew McConaughey’s $14.5 million “no” to Hollywood typecasting, both reveal the same truth:
If you want a more meaningful, purpose-led life, you have to be willing to let go of who the world thinks you are.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
✨ How to spot when you’ve outgrown an identity that no longer fits.
✨ Why holding your nerve in uncertainty is the ultimate act of self-trust.
✨ A creative reflection tool (The Brand Shield) to help you rediscover who you are beneath the labels.
So if you’ve been feeling stuck between corporate comfort and your calling, this one’s for you. Because sometimes, the most powerful thing you can do… is say no to the version of yourself that’s run its course
I hope you loved this week’s episode of Mamas Flight Path and that it gave you a little spark of self-trust to carry into your week.If it did, Please share it with another mama who’s ready to screw surviving motherhood and choosing to live Flocking Fabulous!
It honestly means the world when you share, it helps more mamas find these conversations and start designing their Flocking Fabulous lives too.
If you want more, tune into Sunday's episode Jools Tools
I know you have got this and I've got you! So, I have created 56 ways to rest. It's a cool infographic so you can pin it on your fridge, grab from my website https://www.mamasflightpath.com/freebies
Big Love
Jools x 🦩
Feeling stuck? It’s not because you’re lazy, it’s because you’ve stopped trusting yourself.
In this week’s Jools Tools episode, Jools shares a fresh take on procrastination and the secret mindset shift that helps working mums move from overthinking to action and start designing the life they actually want.
If you’ve ever:
💭 doubted every decision (career, motherhood, purpose),
💭 scrolled jobs or side-hustles but never pressed “go,”
💭 or told yourself “now’s not the right time,”
this episode will help you rebuild trust in your intuition, so you can step into your next flocking fabulous™️ chapter with freedom, flow and fun.
Inside you’ll learn:
1️⃣ Why procrastination isn’t the problem — fear is.
2️⃣ How to spot when you’re outsourcing your intuition.
3️⃣ A simple trust-building ritual to get out of your head and into momentum.
This is mindset, manifestation and motherhood — minus the guilt and grind.
I hope you loved this week’s episode of Jools Tools from Mama’s Flight Path and that it gave you a little spark of self-trust to carry into your week.
If it did, please share it with another mama who’s ready to get her flocking fabulous pink back or pop it on your stories and tag me @mamasflightpath.
It honestly means the world when you share, it helps more mamas find these conversations and start designing lives they love too.
Thank you so much for listening and tune in on Thursday for another episode of Mama's Flight Path - for mamas who are screwing surviving motherhood and choosing to live Flocking Fabulous!
I know you have got this and I've got you! So, I have created 56 ways to rest. It's a cool infographic so you can pin it on your fridge, grab from my website https://www.mamasflightpath.com/freebies
Big Love
Jools x 🦩
Chapters
00:00 The Power of Trust in Overcoming Procrastination
01:53 Tools to Strengthen Your Inner Mentor
05:12 Building Trust Through Small Actions
Ever catch yourself polling your WhatsApp group before making a decision — from career moves to what’s for dinner? You’re not alone. In this episode, Jools shares a hilarious but honest look at how working mums (yep, us!) keep outsourcing our own intuition in the name of “being responsible.”
From reheated coffee to soggy cereal mornings, Jools unpacks the deeper truth behind overthinking — that perfectionism and people-pleasing often drown out our gut instinct. Drawing on a quote from spiritual intelligence pioneer Danah Zohar, she explores how to quiet the outside noise and strengthen your inner compass
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Chapters
00:00 The Dilemma of People-Pleasing
02:10 Trusting Your Inner Compass
05:11 Building Spiritual Intelligence
06:36 The Break Free Challenge
everything shared on Mama’s Flight Path is designed to spark reflection and support your journey — it’s not a replacement for therapy or professional advice.
Please trust your judgment, take what lands, and reach out for extra support if you need it.
Happy Sunday! Grab a cuppa and join Jools as she emphasizes the importance of celebrating small wins and lowering personal standards to combat perfectionism, especially for mothers. She introduces a coaching tool that encourages listeners to recognize their daily achievements and practice self-compassion. By focusing on progress rather than perfection, individuals can alleviate pressure and improve their mental well-being.
✨Ready to make a change and elevate into a life with more freedom, flow, and a life that actually lights you up? Join The Break Free Code?
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⚠️Disclaimer: This podcast may cause career breakthroughs and life enrichment⚠️
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Perfectionism
00:27 Celebrating Small Wins
01:58 Lowering Standards for Progress
03:44 The 10% Rule and Its Flexibility
07:01 Compassion in Action and Community Support
f you’ve ever stared at your to-do list thinking, “I’ll start once everything’s perfect”… this one’s for you.
In this episode of Mama’s Flight Path, Jools gets real about perfectionism — that sneaky voice that tells us we can’t start until the house is spotless, the kids are quiet, and our hair isn’t in a mum-bun that’s been there since Tuesday.
From juggling packed lunches to building a business, Jools shares her honest take on how chasing perfection keeps us stuck and why done is divine. She talks about the daily chaos of working-mum life, the myth of “balance,” and the mindset shift that happens when you stop waiting for permission and start creating a life that actually lights you up.
Whether you’re a working mum, a recovering people-pleaser, or someone ready to swap control for calm, this conversation will help you drop the guilt, embrace the mess, and move forward — one beautifully imperfect step at a time
✨Ready to make a change and elevate into a life with more freedom, flow, and a life that actually lights you up? Join The Break Free Code?
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⚠️Disclaimer: This podcast may cause career breakthroughs and life enrichment⚠️
Chapters
00:00 The Struggle of Perfectionism
01:10 Embracing the Chaos
04:16 Taking Action Amidst Imperfection
06:00 Shifting Mindsets: From Employee to Entrepreneur
Are you a mum who struggles with people pleasing and saying yes to everyone but yourself? In this episode of Mama’s Flight Path, host Jools explores one of the biggest challenges mothers face: how to set boundaries without guilt.
Through honest stories from motherhood and a playful exercise called Meet Your Inner Toddler, you’ll discover how reconnecting with your inner child can help you say no with confidence, protect your energy, and create more space for self-care.
This motherhood podcast is for women who want more than survival mode. It’s for mums ready to overcome people pleasing, find themselves again after motherhood, and grow into their best version — with emotional wellbeing, balance, and freedom at the heart.
If you’re craving personal growth as a mum and want practical tools for setting boundaries, boosting mental health, and thriving in your motherhood journey, this episode is for you.
✨Ready to make a change and elevate into a life with more freedom, flow, and a life that actually lights you up? Join The Break Free Code?
🦩Follow the show wherever you listen, and share it with a mama who’s ready to live Flocking Fabulous
Stay connected: Instagram | Facebook | YouTube
⚠️Disclaimer: This podcast may cause career breakthroughs and life enrichment⚠️
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to People Pleasing
02:30 The Power of Saying No
04:40 Meeting Your Inner Toddler
07:31 Listening to Your Inner Child
09:08 Reflection and Conclusion
In this episode, Jools reflects on her journey of motherhood and the emotional complexities that come with it. She shares a poignant story about her son that triggers feelings of nostalgia and grief for her past identity. Jools discusses the importance of connection and how it shapes our purpose in life, especially during transitions like becoming a mother. She emphasizes the concept of matrescence, the transformation that occurs as one navigates motherhood, and encourages listeners to embrace their evolving identities while letting go of limiting beliefs. The episode concludes with a reminder of the beauty in personal growth and the importance of nurturing connections.
Chapters
00:00 Nostalgia and Identity Loss
02:36 The Quest for Connection
04:55 Embracing Change and New Beginnings
07:33 Finding Purpose in Motherhood
09:25 Sharing Wisdom and Encouragement
In this episode of Mama's Flight Path, Jools discusses the themes of grief and loss, particularly in motherhood and personal identity. She introduces the concept of the 'loss letter' as a tool for acknowledging and processing the invisible losses that come with becoming a mother. Jools emphasizes the importance of honoring the past while also reclaiming the parts of oneself that are still vibrant and alive. The conversation encourages listeners to embrace their emotions and step confidently into their new chapters of life, shedding guilt and embracing empowerment.
If today’s episode lit a spark, come hang out with me beyond the podcast.
Chapters
00:00 Embracing Loss and Grief
02:21 The Loss Letter: A Tool for Healing
05:09 Reclaiming Your Fabulous Self
Hello gorgeous mamas. Change is something we know all too well, isn’t it?
One minute you’ve just about nailed maternity leave, the next you’re back at work and trying to figure it all out again.
This summer, my own path shifted. I was made redundant. And after years of feeling like a caged hen in corporate life, I knew I didn’t want to go back. I wanted to be free-range.
So here I am, choosing creativity, community and a different way forward. I’m calling it my Pink Era. If you know the story of flamingo mamas, you’ll know why.
We lose our colour when everything goes into our babies, but when they grow, the pink comes back.
In this trailer, I’m letting you in on what this new season of Mama’s Flight Path will be:
The honest highs and lows of designing a creative life after redundancy
A sisterhood of magnetic mamas mentoring each other and ditching the guilt
And a little “love note” each week to carry you through
This is not about having it all figured out. It’s about unbecoming what isn’t really you, and finding the courage to fly free.
Follow the show wherever you listen, and share it with a mama who’s ready to get her pink back!
Welcome to Mama’s Flight Path
Hosted by Jools Tyrer, this space unpacks what really happens when motherhood and career collide.
Every week, you’ll hear from working mums who’ve questioned the default path and making work well, work! Expert insights and tools to help you find clarity when everything feels up in the air.
This week on the flight path:
We’re bringing back one of the most-loved and listened to episode and for good reason. Gary’s story of becoming a dad through adoption will make you laugh, tear up, and rethink what it really means to parent with heart. From keeping close ties with his son Reggie’s birth family, to juggling life in the skies as cabin crew while staying grounded at home, Gary shows us the messy, magical reality of same-sex fatherhood — and how love (plus a little flexibility) makes it all work
💌Send me your Love Notes
Love Notes are the mantras, quotes, or one-liners that get you through the messy middle of motherhood. From next week this will be a new feature that I will be sharing on the podcast.
Whats yours? Head to https://www.mamasflightpath.com/lovenotes and post yours x
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Chapters
00:00 The Journey to Parenthood
01:03:48 Navigating Adoption as a Same-Sex Couple
01:07:04 The Emotional Landscape of Adoption
01:09:55 Building Relationships with Birth Families
01:12:47 The Process of Fostering to Adoption
01:16:11 Emotional Challenges and Support Systems
01:18:44 Celebrating Milestones and Family Bonds
01:21:58 Balancing Work and Family Life
01:25:13 Creating a Supportive Environment for Reggie
01:32:51 Navigating Flexible Work and Parenting
01:35:44 Finding Balance Between Work and Family
01:37:51 The Importance of Self-Care for Parents
01:40:13 Transitioning Back to Work After Parental Leave
01:44:57 Building Independence in Children
01:47:29 Lessons Learned from Parenting
01:50:46 The Role of Partnership in Parenting
01:54:59 Reflections on Personal History and Growth
02:01:40 bye