Motherhood Changed Me and I Didn't Know Who I Was Anymore | EP 89

Ever felt a quiet, persistent ache in the middle of a happy moment, wondering why you miss who you were before kids, and immediately felt guilty for it? You are not alone, and you are not a bad mother. In this episode of the Beyond You Podcast, licensed professional counselor Samantha Saunders dives deep into a concept rarely talked about in motherhood: Identity Grief. We explore why loving your children completely can coexist with mourning the parts of yourself that were set aside, the unique weight carried by Black and brown mothers under the intersection of the "strong woman" and "selfless mother" tropes, and 5 practical steps to begin coming back home to yourself without guilt. -- TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 The Quiet Ache 02:24 Welcome and Why This Matters 04:32 Dominique Story 08:46 Naming Identity Grief 10:52 Grief and Gratitude 13:12 Why You Miss You 16:45 Cultural Weight for Moms 19:51 Practical Steps to Heal 24:45 Closing Return to Self -- ✨ Start your healing journey today! Download the 'I MISS ME' journal and rediscover the woman you've been missing: https://stan.store/movingbeyondyou/p/... 🔔𝐃𝐨𝐧'𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐮𝐛𝐬𝐜𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐦𝐲 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐥 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐮𝐩𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬.    / @movingbeyondyou   ✅ Important Link to Follow 🔗 Visit Here For All Links! https://www.liinks.co/movingbeyondyou 🔗 Stay Connected With Me. Instagram:   / iamsamantha.a   TikTok: http://tiktok.com/movingbeyondyou Website: https://movingbeyondyou.org/ ============================= 🎬Suggested videos for you: ▶️    • EP 51: When You Get Cheated On | What to D...   ▶️    • EP 51: When You Get Cheated On | What to D...   ▶️    • Why Love Isn’t Enough: Emotional Incompati...   ▶️    • EP 50: When Love Isn't Enough: Understandi...   ▶️    • EP 49: Why Ghosting Happens and How to Heal   ▶️    • Видео   ▶️    • 21-Day Healing Affirmations | Release Toxi...   ▶️    • Release Toxic Relationships | 21-Day Heali...   ▶️    • EP 47: How to Trust the Unknown Even When ...   ▶️    • 8 Lessons I Wish I Knew Sooner Birthday Re...   ================================= ✅ About Samantha Saunders LPC. Welcome to my channel! I'm Samantha Saunders, your go-to therapist, coach, and friend! I created this channel to help you break free from toxic relationships and build healthier, more fulfilling connections - especially after dealing with a narcissist or toxic partner. On my channel, you’ll find practical advice on improving your mental health, boosting your personal development, and creating the life you deserve. Whether you’re looking for inspiration, guidance, or just a bit of support, I’m here to walk with you every step of the way. Let's start this transformative journey together! 🔔If you're looking for support in overcoming toxic relationships, hit subscribe! Stay tuned for expert advice, personal development tips, & inspiring content to help you heal.    / @movingbeyondyou   ================================= #IdentityGrief #MotherhoodMentalHealth #BeyondYouPodcast #MomsSupportingMoms #BlackMomsBlog #PostpartumIdentity #ParentingAche #mentalhealthformoms Motherhood Changed Me and I Didn't Know Who I Was Anymore | EP 89