EP 103: Are Core Values Different From Career or Family Values? | Life Planning 101 for Ambitious Moms

If you're feeling the urge to clarify your core values in the new year or are being pulled in multiple directions, this episode is for you. In this Figure It Out Friday episode, I answer the question: Are your core values as a mom and a STEM professional different from your career or family values?

I’m not talking about creating rigid rules or fitting you into a box. This is about why misalignment between your schedule and your personal values leaves you feeling disconnected and “not like yourself” and the first step towards taking ownership of your decisions in life so you can start this year feeling grounded and in control.

If you're ready to move from feeling disconnected and unbalanced to having ownership in everything you do, and if you want to create a life plan that honors both your ambitions and your family, this one's a must-listen! I also share personal and client stories showing how core values like connection, faith, and financial freedom can guide both family culture and career moves.

Episode Highlights

• (0:00): Teaser
• (1:59): Ask me a question
• (2:28): A simple, clear definition of core values and how they shape your identity and decisions
• (5:48): The crucial differences & overlaps between family values, career values, and personal values, and which parts of yourself to prioritize—with real‑life examples
• (7:12): Why so many high‑achieving moms in STEM feel unbalanced when personal, family, and career blur together
• (9:15): How core values are foundational to life planning (like goal setting, time management, and personal growth)
• (11:59): Wrap-up

→→→ If you are looking for a way to stop choosing between “success” as a scientist and “family time” and instead design a version of success that supports both - then sign up for private coaching on my Designed Life Method

P.S. Your first call is free, and I’ll run an Alignment Audit to get your customized life plan started!

Keep Learning On This Topic

How to apply what you just learned - ⏮️ EP 35: [Coaching] Planning For Your Future Life by Prioritizing Your Values Now (Podcast)

Zoom out on identity & values - ⏮️ EP 22: Be the CEO of Your Life – Freedom to Have Ambitions During Motherhood | Life Planning 101 (Podcast)

Life planning framework - 📖 Life Planning – How to Design & Achieve a Life That’s Right for You (Blog)

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