Why we need to stop saying “I'll be happy when”

On the Finding Joy Series, I I discuss the real-life ups and downs we experience as mothers, parents, and in life, how to be more mindful, and how to change our mindset to cause change. I discuss:

• The difference between happiness and joy
• How joy can be self-created and not based on external circumstances
• Managing expectations AND still celebrating wins 
• Why we need to stop using the phrase,”I'll be happy when”

Make sure to listen to the wrap-up as I share principles that can apply to many various parenting scenarios and for this case—overcoming advancing food anxiety

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