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Episode 135

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17th Apr 2025

135. Journaling Through Mom Rage: 5 Min Journal Prompts

Ever felt anger bubble up so intensely as a mom that it scared you? You're not alone. In this honest 5-minute journaling episode, I'm tackling the taboo topic that many mothers experience but few talk about: mom rage.

As women, we're often conditioned to suppress anger or feel intense guilt when we experience it—especially as mothers. But what if your anger is actually trying to tell you something important? What if processing it properly could lead to deeper connections with yourself and your family?

🔥 In this episode, we explore:

  • The connection between your childhood experiences with anger and your current triggers
  • How to identify what's really beneath your rage moments
  • Practical ways to release anger energy without causing harm
  • Repairing relationships after anger episodes

I walk you through a powerful 5-prompt journal flow that starts by examining your relationship with anger from childhood, then guides you through processing recent rage moments, uncovering unrealistic expectations, finding healthy release methods, and repairing connections with loved ones.

Journal Prompts Included:

  1. How were big emotions handled in your childhood home? Were you allowed to express anger growing up?
  2. Think of a recent moment when you felt rage bubble up as a mom. What triggered it? How did you feel it in your body? What thoughts were you having?
  3. What expectations are you putting on yourself? What judgments are you feeling or making? Are these things true?
  4. How would you love to release your anger? (Get creative with this!)
  5. Is there anyone you would like to repair your relationship with after an anger episode?

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Give yourself these five minutes to acknowledge your anger without judgment. This is your permission slip to process this powerful emotion in a healthy way that leads to greater peace and connection.

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Journal Entries
Journal Entries is the podcast for ambitious women in business and leadership who want to stop bringing their work stress home.

Host Samantha Hawley, MBA and Clarity Coach, specializes in the ripple effect — how your internal state at work directly impacts your patience, presence, and peace at home with your family.

If you're making $100k+ but find yourself snapping at your kids after a tough workday, overthinking during bedtime, or feeling like you can't turn off "boss mode" — this podcast will help you master the transition from boardroom to living room. Because success shouldn't cost you your sanity or your family connection.
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