Motherhood can be one of the most rewarding — and overwhelming — journeys we ever take. In this heartfelt conversation, Rose opens up about the pressures moms face, especially in a world shaped by social media perfection. Together, we explore how those “highlight reels” online can shape our expectations and why true peace comes from embracing imperfection, listening to our own needs, and extending compassion to ourselves. What You’ll Learn Why unrealistic expectations often start from what we see online The difference between how motherhood looks and how it feels How to recognize and release guilt when things don’t go “as planned” The power of sitting with your emotions instead of judging them Why self-acceptance is one of the best gifts you can give your family Episode Chapters 00:00 – Introduction to Motherhood and Identity 00:40 – Building a Business as a Mom 02:15 – The Pressure of “Perfect Parenting” on Social Media 06:30 – Real Talk: Feeling Tired, Overwhelmed, and Still Showing Up 10:45 – Letting Go of Guilt and Embracing “Good Enough” 14:20 – Rebuilding Identity and Finding Fulfillment Beyond Motherhood 18:10 – The Freedom of Self-Acceptance 💬 Let’s Keep the Conversation Going If this episode resonated with you, book a free 15-minute call with Elyssa to explore how you can reduce the pressure and reconnect with yourself: elyssasmith.com/focus Follow Elyssa for more support and inspiration: 📸 Instagram: @elyssacsmith 💬 Get the 5 Nervous System Tricks You Can do at Your Desk free download: https://elyssasmith.com/reset