When Self-Care Feels Selfish
Season 1, Episode 125
You know those seasons where everyone needs something from you, all at once, and the idea of taking even ten minutes for yourself feels selfish? In this raw and honest episode of Mucked Up My Self Care, Jill and Linda dive into one of the hardest questions moms face: how do you care for yourself when the people you love are struggling and the needs never stop?
In this episode, you’ll hear:
- Why self-care can feel selfish when you’re caring for sick or struggling loved ones, and how to gently reframe that guilt.
- How to take meaningful shortcuts without sacrificing your sanity (yes to skipping pajamas and serving porridge for dinner).
- The difference between being selfish and setting realistic expectations when you’re at capacity.
- Why “taking care of yourself too” feels almost impossible when someone else’s need feels bigger than yours.
- How to get clear on who your priority “family” is during crisis seasons, and why that clarity matters.
- Simple ways to combine self-care with caring for others so your cup gets refilled while you’re still showing up.
- What anticipatory grief can look like and why it makes even basic self-care harder to prioritize.
Self-care doesn’t have to be solo, pretty, or scheduled to count. Whether you’re reading while the house gets messier, soaking up spooky season with your kids, or holding space for aging parents while barely holding it together yourself, this episode is your reminder that you’re not selfish for needing care too. Jill and Linda get vulnerable about the weight of responsibility, the small shortcuts that save them, and why we have to stop waiting for permission to take care of ourselves, even in the hardest seasons.
For a simple way to start with self-care, send them an email or connect with Jill on socials @mamaoutspoken and mamaoutspoken.com and Linda @hellolindabonney or lindabonney.com
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