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Aug 19
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EP 502 // I Was Drowning in Motherhood… ...

CHELSI JO
About this episode

Your to-do list isn’t the problem. Your house isn’t the problem. Motherhood isn’t the problem.

The problem is that you’re not on your own list.

In this episode, I’m sharing how I went from feeling like I was drowning in motherhood… to finally having the margin to breathe again. From workouts and skincare to fresh juice, long walks, and books—I’ve built a life that includes me, not just everyone else.

And the best part? You can do this too.

I’m walking you through what I let go of, what I prioritized, and the exact systems that made this transformation possible—so you can start showing up for yourself without guilt.

xoxo, Chelsi Jo

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