The Real History of Mother's Day — and Why It Still Hurts
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What if Mother’s Day didn’t feel like the Hallmark fantasy? In this deeply personal episode of Kathy Unplugged, Kathy Baldwin strips away the illusions and shares the raw truth of what Mother’s Day has really looked like in her life—and why she’s no longer waiting to be celebrated. From the revolutionary origins of Mother's Day as a protest, to her own lineage of overgiving and unmet needs, Kathy reclaims the day as a sacred act of self-honoring. This episode invites you to stop performing and start mothering yourself. Whether you're a mom or not, this powerful reflection will speak to anyone healing generational wounds. Visit kathybaldwin.me for more tools, and explore her books Unlearn the Crap & Level UP: Your Soul is Calling and How I Unlearned MY Crap. 📺Share, subscribe, and leave a comment. 💡 Memorable Quotes:
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- “Mother’s Day was born as a movement—not a marketing campaign.” – Kathy
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- “Healing isn’t about perfection—it’s about honesty.” – Kathy
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