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306: You’re Not Special Because You Work
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“You’re not special because you work.”
It’s a bold statement — but it opens the door to a much deeper conversation.
In this episode, Jamie explores the tension between working moms and stay-at-home moms, and the unspoken competition that often exists between the two.
But the real issue?
It’s not about work.
It’s about validation.
Somewhere along the way, motherhood became something we feel the need to justify:
If we work, we want recognition for how much we’re balancing
If we stay home, we want recognition for how much we’re sacrificing
And underneath all of it… is the same question:
“Am I doing enough?”
In this episode, Jamie breaks down:
Why your worth as a mom isn’t tied to your productivity
The pressure to “prove” your role in motherhood
How comparison quietly shows up in parenting
Why validation will never feel like enough
How to trust your choices without needing approval
This is a conversation about letting go of the pressure — and coming back to what actually matters.
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