Jools Tyrer and Giselle Goodwin, author of Can Women Really Have it All?' explore the complexities of being a working mother in today's society. Giselle shares her personal journey of balancing career and family, the societal pressures women face, and the challenges of achieving work-life balance. They discuss the importance of work for women's wellbeing and the impact of societal expectations on mothers. The conversation highlights the need for societal progress and understanding of the unique challenges women encounter in their roles as caregivers and professionals. In this conversation, Giselle Goodwin discusses the multifaceted challenges women face in balancing motherhood, career, and self-care. She emphasizes the importance of intentional living, redefining success, and the progress of feminism. Goodwin shares practical strategies for wellbeing, the significance of self-care, and the need for societal change to support working mothers. The dialogue highlights the evolving roles of women and the importance of having conversations about these issues.

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In this episode you will hear:

🦩Why many women feel they are failing at balancing career and family.

• 🦩Societal expectations create pressure on women to excel in all areas.
• 🦩The concept of 'having it all' is more complex than ever.
• 🦩The Tall poppy syndrome which affects women's career ambitions.

• 🦩Intensive mothering culture raises expectations for mothers.

  🦩Work can contribute positively to a mother's wellbeing.

  🦩Mothers experience higher stress levels than their counterparts without children.

  🦩Women face societal beauty pressures and health challenges.

  🦩The concept of 'Empower Life' includes setting boundaries and delegating tasks.

  🦩Intentional living can lead to greater wellbeing

  🦩Redefining success in motherhood involves understanding personal needs.

  🦩Feminism is progressing, but challenges remain

  🦩Conversations about women's roles are crucial for societal change.

  
  

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