Dealing with Disappointment in Motherhood and Self-Care

Sometimes self-care doesn’t go as planned. In this raw and relatable episode of Mucked Up My Self-Care, Jill and Linda open up about the frustration of interrupted routines, the heaviness of survival mode, and the disappointment that comes when carefully laid self-care intentions get derailed. From toilet training surprises to early-morning wake-ups, they share how boundaries, mindset shifts, and even tiny grounding moments can help moms move from discouragement back toward refreshment.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why self-care routines often fall apart during unpredictable parenting seasons
• How survival mode feels—and why setting boundaries matters more than ever
• The role of disappointment in motherhood, and how to process it without guilt
• Creative ways to weave in self-care when plans fall through (like barefoot grounding at church!)
• Why giving yourself permission to “abandon the week” can sometimes be the healthiest choice
• How small perspective shifts turn everyday moments into opportunities for care and connection

Disappointments will come, and survival mode is a season every mom knows. But self-care doesn’t have to disappear completely when life gets messy. By adjusting expectations, finding creative alternatives, and offering yourself compassion, you can still carve out space to breathe, reset, and reconnect. As Jill and Linda remind us—you don’t have to get it perfect, you just have to keep trying.

Until next week, we hope you can unstuck your muck! 💛

• 📩 Need help figuring out where to start with self-care? Message us at muckedupmyselfcarepodcast@gmail.com and we’ll send our favorite five simple ideas.
• 👋 Find Jill @mamaoutspoken and mamaoutspoken.com
• 💬 Connect with Linda @hellolindabonney or lindabonney.com