My guest onThe Expressive Mom Showis Kourtney Walker. Kourtney understands that life as an ambitious woman and working mom can be a whirlwind. Balancing work, family, and personal dreams often makes it easy to lose sight of oneself and what truly matters.

She recognizes these challenges and is dedicated to helping women reconnect with their true selves, deepest values, and highest goals because they deserve nothing less.

Kourtney and I discuss how women lose themselves while sacrificing for others. We also discuss the importance of women finding their values and authentic voices as they matter.

Women Often Lose Themselves in Giving to Others

Many women pour their hearts into their families, careers, and communities, often putting the needs of others ahead of their own. As nurturers and caregivers, they take on countless roles—mother, wife, daughter, employee, friend—until their own identity becomes secondary.

Over time, this self-sacrifice can leave them feeling disconnected from who they truly are. Dreams get pushed aside, passions fade into the background, and personal well-being is neglected in the name of responsibility.

It’s easy to fall into the habit of giving endlessly, especially when society praises women for their selflessness. But when every ounce of energy is spent tending to others, there’s little left for personal growth, joy, or even basic self-care.

The result? Burnout, resentment, and a sense of emptiness. Many women wake up one day realizing they no longer recognize the person staring back at them in the mirror.

Reclaiming oneself doesn’t mean abandoning loved ones—it means recognizing that self-care and self-discovery are essential, not selfish.

By prioritizing their own dreams and well-being, women not only become happier but also set a powerful example for future generations. It’s time to break the cycle of self-sacrifice and embrace a life where they, too, matter.

Connect with Kourtney Walker on her site: https://kourtneywalker.co/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kourtneydwalker

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kourtney.strategiclife.co/

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