You’re Not Asking for Too Much: How Working Moms Can Want More—And Actually Get It
Hey there, working mama. Let’s start with the truth:
You are not asking for too much.
Not for clarity.
Not for support.
Not for more income with less burnout.
And if you’ve ever whispered things like:
“I just want someone to tell me what to do.”
“I want more help.”
“I’m tired of choosing between work and my kids.”
“I want to make more money without losing myself...”
Then let this post be your permission slip to want what you want.
Because those quiet desires? They’re not luxuries. They’re directional signs—pointing you toward the career (and life) you were meant to build.
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💬 Let’s Name the 3 Things Career Moms Really Want
1. Clarity Without Overthinking
You’re not stuck because you’re lazy. You’re stuck because you’ve been surviving.
Whether you’re a Visionary Brainiac who gets caught in analysis paralysis…
Or a Boss Lady in Action powering through burnout without ever pausing to ask if the hustle is even aligned…
You deserve more than guesswork.
Try this:
Pause. Breathe. Ask yourself:
“If I already knew the answer, what would I do next?”
Then take one small step in that direction. No pressure. Just practice.
2. Time & Support Without Guilt
You are not meant to carry it all.
As a Charismatic Queen, you might be drowning behind the scenes because people think you’ve got it all together.
As a Heart-Centered Guide, your empathy makes it hard to say no—or even recognize when you’re stretched too thin.
And Boss Ladies? You’re doing things no one even asked you to—because it’s easier than delegating.
Try this:
Write down every task you’re carrying.
Then circle 3 you can delegate, delay, or drop entirely.
You are not the sole project manager of the universe. Let it go.
3. Financial Peace Without Burnout
Wanting to earn more isn’t greedy. It’s wise.
It means options. Stability. Agency.
And if you’re stuck in a job that drains you just because it pays the bills—you are not alone. But you do have choices.
Try this:
Ask yourself, “What’s one way I could earn more without burning out more?”
Maybe it’s pitching that idea.
Asking for that raise.
Or finally monetizing that strength you’ve been hiding.
You’re not wrong for wanting income and ease. You’re smart.
Wanting more time, clarity, money, or margin isn’t unreasonable—it’s human.
And when you start aligning your career strategy to your Leadership Style… things click. The guilt fades. The confidence builds. The next step appears.
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Because every career mom deserves this kind of clarity—and you can be the reason she finds it.
Feeling stuck, burned out, or guilty for wanting more? Discover how working moms can reclaim clarity, time & income—without apology or overload.
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