What happens when you spend so long being everything to everyone else that you completely lose yourself along the way?
In this episode of An Inspired Story, I’m joined by my beautiful client Stacey as we celebrate two years of working together and reflect on the incredible journey she’s been on.
As a mum of three, Stacey knows all too well what it’s like to live in survival mode.
After experiencing traumatic births, navigating motherhood, anxiety, self-doubt and the constant pressure to hold everything together, Stacey found herself questioning her confidence, her capabilities and ultimately, who she was outside of being a mum.
And like so many women, the impact wasn’t just on her.
It was showing up in her marriage, her relationships, her intimacy and the way she experienced everyday life.
But what I LOVE about Stacey’s story is that it isn’t about life suddenly becoming easier.
It’s about learning to trust yourself, back yourself and grow through the challenges life throws your way.
In this raw and beautiful conversation, we dive into:
- The impact of traumatic birth experiences on Stacey’s confidence and self-worth
- What living in survival mode looked and felt like as a mum of three
- The pressure women put on themselves to bounce back and have their shit together
- How anxiety, self-doubt and feeling not good enough were influencing her life
- The ripple effect of personal struggles on marriage, connection and intimacy
- The moment Stacey realised something needed to change
- How personal development and coaching helped her challenge old beliefs and reconnect with herself
- The importance of rebuilding self-trust and learning to prioritise your own needs
- Why growth isn’t about having fewer challenges, but developing the resources to move through them differently
One of the things Stacey shares is how it sometimes felt like the universe just kept throwing more challenges her way.
And yet, looking back, she can see how much she’s grown through those experiences.
Because sometimes the biggest change isn’t what’s happening around you. It’s who you’re becoming as you move through it.
This is a beautiful reminder that you can be an incredible mum, wife and woman AND still want more for yourself.
More confidence. More connection. More fulfilment. More YOU.
And you don’t have to wait until everything falls apart to start making yourself a priority.
🎧 Tune in to Stacey’s Inspired Story — a conversation about motherhood, self-worth, relationships, resilience and the power of choosing to do the inner work.
