Self-Care Secrets

"You probably don't even realize that you're doing the self-care that you are doing."

This week, Jill and Linda challenge the Pinterest-perfect version of self-care, trading Instagram filters for real talk about finding moments of peace in the chaos of motherhood. From monster truck shows to firework displays, they explore how true self-care often shows up in unexpected ways – and why the best "secrets" might not be secrets at all.

Key Takeaways

Seeing Through Your Child's Eyes

Watch your kid's face light up at fireworks, and you'll catch a glimpse of what pure joy looks like. Jill and Linda discuss how tapping into your child's natural wonder can reshape your own approach to self-care, making everyday moments feel extraordinary.

Reframing Daily Rituals

That morning walk you squeeze in? It counts. The five minutes of peace in your parked car? That counts too. Learn how to spot the self-care you're already doing and transform routine tasks into moments that actually fill your cup.

The Permission to Keep It Simple

Forget the pressure to make self-care Instagram-worthy. Sometimes the most effective self-care looks like sitting in your driveway with a project you love, or finding ten minutes to read between loads of laundry. The magic happens when you stop following someone else's blueprint.

Building Trust in Self-Care Conversations

Why do we whisper about taking time for ourselves? Jill and Linda dive into the complexity of sharing self-care wins without coming across as boastful, and how to create genuine connections with other moms around this topic.

Moving Forward

You're probably doing more self-care than you give yourself credit for. Instead of adding another item to your to-do list, try noticing the moments that already bring you peace. What if the secret to better self-care isn't about doing more, but about recognizing and protecting the little pieces of joy you've already carved out?

As we approach our 100th episode, we're inviting listeners to share their questions and experiences. Email us your questions about motherhood, self-care, or anything you'd like us to address in our celebration episode. Email us at muckedupmyselfcare@gmail.com.

You can also find Jill on Instagram @mamaoutspoken and https://www.mamaoutspoken.com/ and Linda @hellolindabonney or https://www.lindabonney.com.

Until next week – we hope you can unstuck your muck!

Unstuck your muck with Jill and Linda every week on the Mucked Up My Self-Care Podcast, where we're figuring out this whole self-care thing right alongside you.