Moms! STOP Foreboding Joy: How I Invite Fear/Grief In For Tea

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Has joy become a total stranger in your life? Are you letting fear steal your happiness?

This episode turns towards fear and joy; when you can't feel joy because of fear, it's called "magical thinking." It stops us from fully embracing positive emotions.

Listen to a heartwarming story about a soon-to-be dad so overwhelmed by fear that he couldn't feel any joy during his partner's pregnancy. Kayla also opens up about her own dance with fear and grief. She teaches us how to have a cozy tea party with it (face it and navigate through all the different emotions).

On top of that, we've got some super practical techniques to share with you, like mindfulness, journaling, and connecting with others. It's like diving headfirst into a wild emotional roller coaster that combines fear and joy.

And don't forget, fear is just a normal part of life. You'll unlock a new level of joy and happiness by facing it head-on.

Ah Ha Moments:
- How magical thinking can cause fear of feeling joy
- Strategies to challenge fear-based beliefs
- Even when it's uncomfortable, you must stay with the feeling (and invite it for tea)
- You can start overcoming the fear of joy and experiencing all of the emotions being human has to offer.

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Meet Kayla Huszar, the Host of the Chill Like a Mother Podcast

Kayla Huszar is a Registered Social Worker and Expressive Arts Therapist who helps mothers reconnect with their authentic selves through embodied art-making. She encourages moms to embrace the messy, beautiful realities of their unique motherhood journeys. Whether through the podcast, 1:1 sessions or her signature Motherload Membership, Kayla creates a brave space for mothers to explore their identities beyond parenting, reconnect with their intuition, and find creative outlets for emotional expression and self-discovery.

Thank you for letting me be a part of your day—kids running amok and all! If this episode helped you feel a little more chill, please leave a rating or review. Your feedback helps the podcast reach more moms who need to hear it.