When did motherhood start to mean sacrificing your whole self? In this honest episode, No Guilt Mom founder JoAnn Crohn joins Tera to unmask the hidden expectations that keep moms overwhelmed and stuck in cycles of guilt. JoAnn shares how a single permission slip — and a head of cabbage — helped her break free from the “selfless mom” myth, reclaim her identity, and build a thriving community where moms stop doing everything alone. If you’re ready to rewrite the good mom story and trade guilt for real connection, this episode is your sign to start now. Links and Resources: Download the Core Emotion Wheel: https://youtube.com/@connectioncodes?si=phORYBsGMOOrj9mA Find out how to become a Certified Coach: https://connectioncodes.co/certified-coaching Find a coach: https://connectioncodes.co/coaches#find-a-coach-menu Website: noguiltmom.com JoAnn on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joanncrohn/ Chapters: 00:00:00 - Opening Thoughts & Gentle Disclaimer 00:00:38 - Meet JoAnn: The Voice Behind No Guilt Mom 00:02:49 - From “No Kids Ever” to Motherhood 00:04:25 - Surviving Postpartum: The Turning Point 00:06:58 - Why Moms Need Real Self-Care 00:12:29 - Journaling: A Safe Space for Truth 00:19:11 - Smashing the “Good Mom” Expectations 00:22:43 - How Moms Cope (and Why It Changes) 00:23:12 - Choosing Sobriety: What It Reveals 00:23:40 - Why We All Need Community 00:24:15 - Can AI Help Us Connect Better? 00:26:05 - The Social Skills We’re All Relearning 00:28:17 - Building Real Friendships (Not Just Playdates) 00:30:30 - JoAnn’s HAPPY Framework in Action 00:35:15 - Using the Core Emotion Wheel at Home 00:41:03 - Final Takeaways & Resources You’ll Love
