Send us a textIn this raw and honest episode, we're talking about the overwhelming moment when you realize you're truly parenting solo - and what to do when that reality feels impossible to bear.If you've ever sat in your car at 3 AM with a sick kid thinking "there's no backup coming," felt resentful that you handle 12 out of 14 days while he gets to be the "fun parent," or struggled with the crushing weight of making every single decision about your children's lives - this conversation is for you.We dive deep into the difference between co-parenting on paper and actually raising kids alone, the emotional weight of being the only one who truly has your children's best interests at heart, and why "Disneyland Dad" syndrome makes everything harder.You'll learn:Why even "co-parenting" often means you're still doing it aloneThe 6 types of daily overwhelm solo parents face (and practical strategies for each)How to handle the resentment without feeling guilty about itWhat your kids are actually learning from watching you handle it allWhy lowering your standards strategically isn't giving up - it's survivalThis episode is for you if: You're exhausted from being "on" all the time, you feel guilty for resenting the situation you never wanted, you're tired of people saying "at least you have full control now," or you're wondering how other single moms make it look so easy.We explore the shame around admitting solo parenting is hard, the identity shift from "mom" to "single mom," and the unexpected strengths you're building (even when you feel like you're barely surviving). You can also  grab the solo parent survival kit by clicking the link below: DOWNLOAD SOLO PARENT SURVIVAL KITThe Restart Academy Podcast: Real conversations for divorced women rebuilding their lives. No surface-level advice, just the messy truths about healing.Support the showLOVED THIS EPISODE? Hit subscribe so you never miss the real conversations that matter. Your healing journey deserves this level of honesty and support. 💌 SHARE THE LOVE Know a woman who needs to hear this? Share this episode. Sometimes knowing you're not alone is the first step toward healing. ⭐ LEAVE A REVIEW Your reviews help other women find these conversations when they need them most. A few words from you could change someone's entire restart journey. 🌟 READY TO DIVE DEEPER? Visit https://www.therestartacademy.com for: Free resources for every stage of divorce recovery Community support from women who truly get it Tools to build the life you actually want. CONNECT WITH TEMI: Instagram: @TherestartAcademy Tiktok:@TherestartAcademy Youtube:@Therestartacademy Email: [email protected]/[email protected] 💝 REMEMBER: You're not broken, you're rebuilding. You're not behind, you're exactly where you need to be. Your restart story is going to be incredible.The Restart Academy Podcast provides educational content and personal experiences. This podcast is not a substitute for professional therapy, legal advice, or medical treatment. If you're in crisis, please reach out to appropriate professional services in your area.©...

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