26. The "Internship" into Motherhood's Hard Truths With Kathleen Guthrie Woods
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Navigating life as childless, not by choice can be a profound journey filled with introspection and discovery, and Kathleen Guthrie Woods shares her powerful testament in this conversation. We talk about her exploration of single motherhood, Kathleen embarked on what she called her 'internship,' where she uncovered the hard truths about motherhood and the societal expectations surrounding it. Through heartfelt reflections, she questions why motherhood is often seen as the only path for women and highlights the importance of embracing alternative lives filled with meaning and connection. Kathleen embodies light and hope, offering invaluable insights on how to find fulfillment outside traditional narratives. This episode is filled with comforting moments that will encourage you to explore their own paths and recognize that you are not alone in their experiences.
Kathleen Guthrie Woods is a San Francisco-based freelance writer and editor. She is the author of "The Mother of All Dilemmas: Dreams of Motherhood and the Internship That Changed Everything" -- one of Katie Couric Media's "37 Life-Changing Books You Wont't Be Able to Put Down."
Connect with Kathleen:
FB : @kathleen.g.woods
Connect with Elizabeth:
IG: @bychanceavenue
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