This is a Reflective Replay of Episode 61: 'Why Doing It All Is Keeping You Stuck and How to Break Free'.

As a Scholarly Mama myself, I understand the challenges of juggling motherhood with the demands of PhD life. But I'm here to share the raw truths of this juggle, the pitfalls of the "do it all" mentality, and the power of embracing our authentic, multifaceted selves. In this episode, I share why doing it all is keeping you stuck and how to break free from this trap.

This episode is a concentrated dose of inspiration and challenge, speaking to the heart of what it means to be a purposeful Scholarly Mama. I reflect on my own journey, the unrealistic pressures that led me to the valley of overwhelm. Join me as I redefine success, encouraging a life that resonates with fulfilment from within, and learn how to navigate the diverse dimensions of Scholarly Motherhood with grace and self-compassion.

Related Blog Post: Why Doing It All Is Keeping You Stuck and How to Break Free

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Can high-achieving Scholarly Mamas® really have it all? In this powerful guest episode, Transformational Coach Unyime Oguta shatters the myth that women must choose between academic success and family life. Drawing from her own journey through burnout while pursuing her second degree, Unyime shares game-changing insights on creating space for your dreams without sacrificing your wellbeing or family relationships.

In this episode we unpack:

• Recognising burnout signals before they become critical
• Breaking free from perfectionism and people-pleasing in academia
• Practical strategies for balancing research demands with family life
• Converting overwhelming expectations into sustainable success
• The mindset shifts that enable genuine work-life integration

Whether you're deep in your doctoral journey or contemplating taking that leap while managing family life, Unyime's approach to conscious achievement will revolutionise how you think about success in academia and beyond.

Connect with Unyime on Instagram here or via her website here.

A powerful episode you won't want to miss!

Looking for a co-working space? Read all the details here about Scholarly Mamas® FOCUS!

Looking for 1:1 coaching? Book your free OPTIMUM discovery call today and let's explore how I can help you reach your Scholarly Mama® goals!

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You can also take the Purposeful Scholarly Mama® trait quiz and I'll send you some personalised tips for becoming a more purposeful Scholarly Mama®!

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4. Join us inside Scholarly Mamas®!
5. Check out my Doodle Dozen® children's book series!

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Ever held back the tears after receiving a rejection letter, email or phone call so your kids wouldn't see you cry?

In this raw and real episode, we're tackling the gut-punch moments of academic life as a Mama – from grant rejections to viva struggles. Whether you're questioning your place in academia or wondering how to pick yourself up after a setback, this episode is your permission slip to be beautifully in-progress.

We dive into:

• The unique sting of academic rejection while juggling motherhood
• Why "not good enough" is a story we tell ourselves (and how to rewrite it)
• Practical strategies for bouncing back when your confidence takes a hit
• The power of the word "yet" in your academic journey
• How to model resilience for your kids while building it yourself

Plus, learn why treating yourself with the same grace you'd show your child's imperfect art might be the key to your academic success.

A powerful episode you won't want to miss!

Read the related blog post: COMING SOON.

Looking for a co-working space? Read all the details here about Scholarly Mamas® FOCUS!

Looking for 1:1 coaching? Book your free OPTIMUM discovery call today and let's explore how I can help you reach your Scholarly Mama® goals!

To learn more about Scholarly Mamas®, please follow the link and sign up for our FREE community.

You can also take the Purposeful Scholarly Mama® trait quiz and I'll send you some personalised tips for becoming a more purposeful Scholarly Mama®!

Want more?

1. Check out the Mrs Mummy PhD® blog.
2. Download our Free Resources.
3. Follow me on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Tik Tok or Threads
4. Join us inside Scholarly Mamas®!
5. Check out my Doodle Dozen® children's book series!

These are our journeys of becoming!

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Ever wondered why some individuals seem to achieve success so effortlessly and others struggle to pick up the peices after not achieving a goal first time round?

Have you ever felt like you'll never have success in your PhD or academic career because you didn't achieve a scholarly or personal goal or two by a certain time?

Perhaps you thought you'd be much further along by now... but here you are... still...

If this sounds like you, I want to share some insights from a TEDx talk by Dr Carol Dweck on the Power of Yet that could transform your perspective of 'failure', particularly as a Scholarly Mama®.

You won't want to miss this one!

Read the related blog post: The Power of Yet: Revolutionary Permission To Be 'In Progress'

Looking for a co-working space? Read all the details here about Scholarly Mamas® FOCUS!

Looking for 1:1 coaching? Book your free OPTIMUM discovery call today and let's explore how I can help you reach your Scholarly Mama® goals!

To learn more about Scholarly Mamas®, please follow the link and sign up for our FREE community.

You can also take the Purposeful Scholarly Mama® trait quiz and I'll send you some personalised tips for becoming a more purposeful Scholarly Mama®!

Want more?

1. Check out the Mrs Mummy PhD® blog.
2. Download our Free Resources.
3. Follow me on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Tik Tok or Threads
4. Join us inside Scholarly Mamas®!
5. Check out my Doodle Dozen® children's book series!

These are our journeys of becoming!

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Do you feel pressured to get your PhD done, but somehow struggle to keep up the pace as a Scholarly Mama®? Do you ever feel like you never have enough time to get into deep work as you navigate your PhD with kids in tow?

If you're navigating your PhD with little ones, I want to help you finish well. If this is your goal, allow me to share with you, in this episode, why consistency matters more than speed!

This is PART 2 of a 2-part episode (you'll find PART 1 in Episode 83).

It's an episode won't want to miss!

Looking for a co-working space? Read all the details here about Scholarly Mamas® FOCUS!

Looking for 1:1 coaching? Book your free OPTIMUM discovery call today and let's explore how I can help you reach your Scholarly Mama® goals!

To learn more about Scholarly Mamas®, please follow the link and sign up for our FREE community.

You can also take the Purposeful Scholarly Mama® trait quiz and I'll send you some personalised tips for becoming a more purposeful Scholarly Mama®!

Want more?

1. Check out the Mrs Mummy PhD® blog.
2. Download our Free Resources.
3. Follow me on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Tik Tok or Threads
4. Join us inside Scholarly Mamas®!
5. Check out my Doodle Dozen® children's book series!

These are our journeys of becoming!

Send me a text message.

Discover your Overwhelm-Crushing Scholarly Mama® Superpower with our fun 3-min quiz!

Support the show

Do you feel pressured to get your PhD done, but somehow struggle to keep up the pace as a Scholarly Mama®? Do you ever feel like you never have enough time to get into deep work as you navigate your PhD with kids in tow?

If you're navigating your PhD with little ones, I want to help you finish well. If this is your goal, allow me to share with you, in this episode, why consistency matters more than speed!

This is PART 1 of a 2-part episode (you'll find PART 2 in Episode 84).

It's an episode won't want to miss!

Read the related blog post: COMING SOON.

Looking for a co-working space? Read all the details here about Scholarly Mamas® FOCUS!

Looking for 1:1 coaching? Book your free OPTIMUM discovery call today and let's explore how I can help you reach your Scholarly Mama® goals!

To learn more about Scholarly Mamas®, please follow the link and sign up for our FREE community.

You can also take the Purposeful Scholarly Mama® trait quiz and I'll send you some personalised tips for becoming a more purposeful Scholarly Mama®!

Want more?

1. Check out the Mrs Mummy PhD® blog.
2. Download our Free Resources.
3. Follow me on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Tik Tok or Threads
4. Join us inside Scholarly Mamas®!
5. Check out my Doodle Dozen® children's book series!

These are our journeys of becoming!

Send me a text message.

Support the show

Have you ever felt like an imposter on your PhD journey as a Scholarly Mama®?

If you're navigating your PhD with kids, I'm sure you've experienced those feelings of not belonging or feeling like you're not enough to see this journey through and finish well.

If this sounds like you, then this is the episode won't want to miss!

Tune in for 10 powerful reasons why you're stronger than you think :-).

Read the related blog post: You're Stronger Than You Think Mama: 10 Powerful Reasons Why

Looking for a co-working space? Read all the details here about Scholarly Mamas® FOCUS!

Looking for 1:1 coaching? Book your free OPTIMUM discovery call today and let's explore how I can help you reach your Scholarly Mama® goals!

To learn more about Scholarly Mamas®, please follow the link and sign up for our FREE community.

You can also take the Purposeful Scholarly Mama® trait quiz and I'll send you some personalised tips for becoming a more purposeful Scholarly Mama®!

Want more?

1. Check out the Mrs Mummy PhD® blog.
2. Download our Free Resources.
3. Follow me on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Tik Tok or Threads
4. Join us inside Scholarly Mamas®!
5. Check out my Doodle Dozen® children's book series!

These are our journeys of becoming!

Send me a text message.

Discover your Overwhelm-Crushing Scholarly Mama® Superpower with our fun 3-min quiz!

Support the show

As a Mama pursuing a PhD, have you ever heard someone say it's the journey, not the destination?

What comes up for you when you hear it?

Maybe you think, 'Oh, surely they don't understand...' or maybe 'That doesn't apply to me or PhD Motherhood'.

In this episode, we will explore what this means for Scholarly Mamas®.
A truly thought-provoking episode you won't want to miss!

Read the related blog post: Stop Waiting for Your PhD to Be Done: Why Scholarly Mamas Need To Embrace the Journey Now

Looking for a co-working space? Read all the details here about Scholarly Mamas® FOCUS!

Looking for 1:1 coaching? Book your free OPTIMUM discovery call today and let's explore how I can help you reach your Scholarly Mama® goals!

To learn more about Scholarly Mamas®, please follow the link and sign up for our FREE community.

You can also take the Purposeful Scholarly Mama® trait quiz and I'll send you some personalised tips for becoming a more purposeful Scholarly Mama®!

Want more?

1. Check out the Mrs Mummy PhD® blog.
2. Download our Free Resources.
3. Follow me on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Tik Tok or Threads
4. Join us inside Scholarly Mamas®!
5. Check out my Doodle Dozen® children's book series!

These are our journeys of becoming!

Send me a text message.

Discover your Overwhelm-Crushing Scholarly Mama® Superpower with our fun 3-min quiz!

Support the show