S6EP8: You're Not Broken: How to Stop People Pleasing and Trust Yourself as a Mom with Gwendolyn Siegel
Feeling lost in motherhood after waiting so long to become a mom? Struggling with people pleasing and wondering if you're "too emotional"? In this raw, honest conversation, coach and mom Gwendolyn "Grandma Gwen" Siegel shares her journey from postpartum depression and losing herself in motherhood to discovering that her sensitivity is actually her superpower.
What You'll Learn:
How to navigate feeling lost in motherhood even when you've wanted it for so long
Why being "too emotional" is actually a leadership strength, not a weakness
Practical ways to advocate for yourself with doctors, family, and in relationships
How to stop people pleasing and start making choices that honor who you are
The power of setting boundaries during major life transitions
Why you don't need to be "fixed" - you're already whole
Perfect for Moms Who:
Feel guilty for not being grateful enough after struggling with fertility
Wonder if they're too sensitive or emotional
Struggle with people pleasing and setting boundaries
Feel alone in their motherhood journey
Need permission to advocate for themselves
Are dealing with postpartum depression or anxiety
Want to find their identity beyond being "mom"
About Our Guest:
Gwendolyn Rodriguez Siegel, ACC, CPCC, BSPC is a seasoned leadership and relationship coach with over 15 years of experience in public service and community advocacy. As an ICF Associate Credentialed Coach, she specializes in helping leaders and entrepreneurs uncover their behavioral superpowers. Bilingual in English and Spanish, Gwen is certified by the International Coaching Federation (ICF), Co-Active Training Institute, and DNA Behavior. She's also a board member of the BIPOC Coach Collective.
Connect with Gwendolyn:
Email: gwen@grscreates.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gwensiegel/
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Connect with Host Jocelyn Auyeung:
Empowered Working Mom Revolution Podcast helps moms feel seen, heard, and supported through authentic storytelling and practical wisdom.
Website: www.jocelynauyeung.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jocelynauyeungcoach/
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