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123: Motherhood & Creativity: A Conversation with Jennifer Louden
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Jennifer Louden is a personal growth pioneer who helped launch the concept of self-care with her first bestseller, The Woman’s Comfort Book, published in 1992. Since then, she’s written eight additional books on well-being and creative living, including The Woman’s Retreat Book and The Life Organizer, with close to a million copies of her books sold in nine languages.
Jennifer has spoken around the U.S., Canada, and Europe, and has written a national magazine column for Martha Stewart magazine.
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- Embracing Change: Mother-child relationships change over time, necessitating adaptation to evolving roles and dynamics.
- Fostering Independence: Allowing children to make their own choices and learn from their mistakes is vital in supporting their individual journeys.
- The Power of Belief: Believing in the creative process is essential, as persisting through uncertainty and messiness leads to transformation.
- Freedom in Rewriting the Mother Code: Jennifer highlights that rewriting the mother code empowers mothers to live authentically and break free from societal expectations.
- Honoring Complexity: Motherhood is a multifaceted journey; recognizing and shaping our narratives is crucial for embracing our creative voices and leaving a lasting impact.
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