When Self-Care Gets Pushed to the Bottom of the List - Stop Waiting for the Right Time

Do you find yourself waiting for the “perfect” moment to take care of yourself? Like maybe after the dishes are done, after the kids are healthy again, or after that one big work deadline? In this episode of Mucked Up My Self-Care, Jill and Linda talk about what it really looks like when self-care keeps getting pushed to the bottom of the list—despite our best intentions. Through honest reflections (and a few hilariously relatable mom moments), they unpack the reasons we wait, the guilt we carry, and the small but powerful ways we can still care for ourselves even in the chaos.

This episode is a permission slip to pause—not in defeat, but with grace.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

• The unexpected chaos of “two-minute noodles” that took 50 minutes (and what it taught us about grace and laughter).
• Why even the most anticipated self-care plans can fall apart—and how to cope when they do.
• The hidden roadblocks (childcare, finances, sick kids) that make “just book it” advice feel dismissive.
• How guilt, resentment, and overwhelm sneak into our self-care decisions—and what to do about it.
• The difference between waiting for ideal self-care vs. creating doable micro-moments now.
• A raw discussion on honoring what’s real right now, even if that means putting off the “big” thing.
• The value of venting, being seen, and not rushing each other through the struggle.

You’re not failing if your dream bath didn’t happen.

You’re not behind if your solo coffee date got canceled—again.

You’re human. And your self-care doesn’t need to be perfect to be powerful.

Need help starting small?

Reach out via email or check the show notes for a quick-start self-care list that’s realistic, mom-tested, and gentle enough for even the muckiest of weeks.

We’re in this with you—sick kids, missed naps, burnt noodles, and all.

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

For a simple way to start with self-care, send them an email or connect with Jill on socials @mamaoutspoken and mamaoutspoken.com and Linda @hellolindabonney or lindabonney.com.