S5E56: Fostering Happiness Within Entrepreneurial Families

The Mentee Podcast

Mothers will sacrifice anything and everything for their children. From the health risks of pregnancy to nurturing their kids throughout their lives, mothers truly do it all. And sometimes, this comes at the cost of their own happiness. But mothers don’t have to be martyrs.

Alyce Dailey, the author of The Magic Mother, joins me to discuss how you can be happy as a mother and an entrepreneur. Are you feeling burned out from a stale life as a mompreneur? How can your ideal situation become a reality?

Tune in to the episode to develop a mindset toward happiness and success as a parent.

Here are some power takeaways from today’s conversation:

• Happiness is a decision.
• You can be selfish.
• Use your life experience to your advantage.
• You are not alone.

Episode Highlights:

[08:13] Reevaluate Your Situation, Decide What You Want, then Do it

On your journey to happiness, it’s vital to reflect on where you are and where you want to be. If change is necessary, then don’t hesitate to make adjustments. Waiting until it’s too late means regretting what could have been.

[11:46] What’s Your Ideal Situation?

Figuring out what to do next begins with asking yourself what you can do. Use your experiences to provide a solution for questions people are asking. Promote the knowledge that you have.

[16:17] Fostering Happiness for Others Starts with You

Every mother wants their children to be happy, and parents are the best role model for their kids. To be a role model for happiness means being happy yourself. It’s okay to be a little selfish.

[27:03] Change Up the Environment

Sometimes we need time and space away from our daily lives, especially as parents. Mixing things up refreshes the mind and inspires you to become a better version of yourself.

[30:21] Building a Community of Similarly Situated Individuals

Parenting, in addition to other adult responsibilities, is challenging. Despite setbacks, remember that you’re not alone. There are others like you who are facing similar challenges. Learn and develop through each other as you build a strong community of support.

Notable quotes from the Episode:

[12:32] “Our genius is so close to us that we can’t see it. It feels so much like breathing that we think everybody else can do it too. ”

[16:09] “The greatest burden on a child is the unlived life of a parent.”

[24:53] “Would you be willing to die for your kids? Absolutely. Okay, but if we’re willing to die for them, are we willing to fully live for them?”

Resources Mentioned:

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Connect with Alyce Dailey: Website | LinkedIn | Facebook | Instagram

The Magic Mom by Alyce Dailey: Amazon