How Self-Judgment Keeps Moms Overwhelmed

Moms don’t just feel feelings. Moms also judge themselves for having the feelings. That double layer is what leaves you overwhelmed. When you tell yourself you “shouldn’t feel this way,” your nervous system hears it as more pressure. This post gently unpacks why moms do this, why it makes everything feel harder, and how support, EMDR Therapy, or therapy intensives can help you feel grounded again.