49. A love letter to my son - The Gifts of Motherhood

In today’s episode, I’m taking a step back to reflect on the gifts motherhood has given me through my son, Jackson.

This is the softer side of the story... the one where motherhood gives more than it takes. From clarity and courage to the kind of love that remakes you from the inside out, these are the lessons that changed me.

It’s not a sugarcoated list, either. Some of these “gifts” came wrapped in exhaustion and tears. But they’ve all shaped me into someone stronger, softer, and more grounded than before.

If you’ve found motherhood to be both a teacher and a test, this one’s for you.

In this episode:

• The five gifts motherhood gave me

• Why “barely making it” can still mean you’re winning

• • How love redefines your standards for everything else
  • What it really means when motherhood gives back

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