Self-Care When You've Put Yourself Out There

In this episode following our milestone 100th celebration, Jill and Linda dive into the vulnerable aftermath of putting yourself out there. Whether it's hosting an event, reaching a significant milestone, or simply stepping outside your comfort zone, the emotional toll often goes unaddressed. The raw conversation explores how to navigate the melty feelings that follow moments of visibility while balancing the needs of those around you.

Key Takeaways

Vulnerability requires recovery time - After putting yourself in the spotlight or reaching a milestone, your emotional reserves need replenishing. Both hosts share how they experienced this following their 100th episode celebration.

Others' reactions can complicate your self-care - Linda opens up about the challenge of practicing self-care when those around you might feel confronted by your success or achievements. Navigating others' reactions while honoring your own needs requires careful boundaries.

Children can be perfect self-care buddies - Both hosts find that immersing themselves with their children after emotionally demanding events provides natural self-care. Reading, singing, and simply being present with kids offers genuine connection when you're feeling vulnerable.

Plan buffers around big moments - Schedule intentional recovery time before and after putting yourself out there. Whether it's quiet time alone or joyful connection with loved ones, anticipate your needs in advance.

Recognize when melty feelings belong to someone else - An important skill is differentiating between your own emotional needs and those of others around you. While you can offer support, you aren't responsible for managing everyone else's feelings.

Moving Forward

The vulnerability that comes with putting yourself out there is worth it, even when the recovery isn't perfect. As you navigate your own self-care journey, remember that it's okay to prioritize your emotional wellbeing after moments of visibility or achievement. Try creating a simple plan for your next big moment—identify what you'll need before and after, communicate those needs clearly, and be gentle with yourself in the process.

Your self-care practice is unique to you. We're walking this journey together, figuring it out as we go—messy, interrupted, imperfect, and beautifully mucked up. Join us next week as we continue exploring the art of caring for ourselves while caring for everyone else.

The Mucked Up My Self-Care podcast with Jill and Linda explores the messy reality of building self-care habits as busy moms, delivered with authenticity and heart from opposite sides of the world.

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