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It can be easy to forget who we were before becoming parents. But that’s part of the beauty of parenthood! Being a parent allows us to experience personal growth as we tap into new strengths and creativity. We get to make intentional choices about who we will become, and to change the trajectory of our lives. Why then do we often think that we're boring now that we’re parents?
(R) This episode originally aired 13/10/22.
In this episode:

• Kylie’s friend who feels lost after becoming a mum
• "I'm so boring!"
• Ideas for creativity through those hard years when you feel exhausted
• Why we keep growing all throughout life
• Finding joy in the mundane
• Missing life before kids
• Dan Gilbert: The psychology of your future self | TED (vialogue.wordp...)
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Related links:

• How Being a Mum Can Pump Up Your Résumé (happyfamilies....)
• Life Lessons Every Child (And Adult) Can Learn (happyfamilies....)
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