05 - Is It A Stretch: Wanting Time Away From Those You Love?

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05 - Is It A Stretch: Wanting Time Away From Those You Love?

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In this episode, we dive into a question so many of us quietly wrestle with, is it wrong to want time away from the people we love most? Whether you're a parent, partner, or both, the guilt can feel heavy.
We talk openly about parent guilt, the internal tug-of-war between needing space and wanting to be present, and why alone time can feel so uncomfortable… even when we desperately need it.
We also explore:- Why we feel guilty for taking breaks - The pressure to always be “on” for our families - What happens when you finally do get alone time, and have no idea what to do with it - How to reframe alone time as necessary, not selfish
This is an honest, relatable conversation about identity, burnout, and learning how to take care of yourself without feeling like you're letting everyone else down.
Taking time for yourself doesn’t mean you love your family any less, it might actually mean you’re showing up better because of it.
If this episode resonated with you, share it with someone who might need to hear it and let us know: what does “alone time” look like for you right now?
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