In this heartfelt episode, host Toi reflects on the profound transformation motherhood brought into her life. She shares how becoming a mother in 2017 forced her to release bad habits like people-pleasing and codependency while embracing selflessness and unconditional love. Toi also opens up about grieving her grandmother's passing and finding comfort in believing she sent her son to her. Now, as her son turns nine, Toi remains dedicated to breaking cycles of financial struggle and building a stronger foundation for his future.

Timestamps

Unbecoming the Old Me After Motherhood (00:00:46)

The host reflects on becoming a mom, giving everything to her son, and stopping bad habits like people-pleasing.

Grief, Love, and a New Beginning (00:01:33)

The host discusses losing her grandmother, the deep depression that followed, and how her son's birth felt like a gift.

Letting Go of a Past Self (00:02:48)

She talks about releasing the life she imagined for herself and embracing the new reality and bond with her son.

Powerful Quotes from the Episode

'Over the past five years, I've been through the fire, releasing who I thought I had to be so that I could finally become who I'm meant to be.'

'I had to stop some of my very bad habits, which were people-pleasing and releasing the codependency, because I had a little one that depended on me.'

'I had to let go of the person I thought I was going to be.'

'I had to grieve the old me. I had to put my son first. I had to wise up. I had to face my fears.'

'Motherhood has shaped me into being more compassionate, more understanding, more loving, more protective, more aware.'

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"Motherhood didn't just change my life—it transformed the woman I thought I was meant to be."

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