3rd March 2025
Feeling Lost After Kids Start School? How to Rediscover Yourself and Find Work That Fits Your Life
Ever feel like you’ve lost a part of yourself? You’re not alone.
So many women stop work to be home with their children and then hit a turning point when their kids start school, wondering, “Now what?”
I’ve been exactly where you are. When my son was born, I returned to a job I loved. Three years later, after having my daughter, I went back to work for a week before realising my job wasn’t the same anymore and requested voluntary redundancy.
If you’ve been feeling stuck, frustrated, or unsure of what’s next, let’s explore why this is completely normal – and what you can do about it.
The Hard Truth I Had to Face
At first, I was thinking I could provide a similar service from home, as a consultant. It seemed like the perfect solution — I could use my skills in recruitment within a specialist industry. But due to the nature of the industry the work was inconsistent, and when projects came in, the long hours completely clashed with family life.
The Next Chapter: Property Investing… and Another Roadblock
I pivoted. I spent money retraining in property — student rentals, Airbnb, you name it. But despite the financial potential, something felt off. It didn’t align with my core values, and I was constantly dealing with guest issues, which took even more time away from my family.
Finally Finding Something That Fits: NLP Coaching & Digital Marketing
When I first left my last ‘proper’ job, I was so desperate to be doing something productive, contributing to something bigger than me and to continue bringing in a salary, that I hadn’t taken the time to really (I mean really) consider what I missed about work and what would fit with my life as it was now.
After all the trial and error, I trained to be an NLP coach. This finally felt right. I could work with women in a way that truly mattered and aligned with my values and lifestyle.
Many women found themselves at a similar crossroads frustrated with their current daily lives, doubting their abilities after being out of the workplace for so long and wondering what they were going to do next that they could really make work for them, both practically and emotionally.
Lots of women decide to set their own business up from home, and beyond helping them get really clear on what that should be and boosting their confidence, I also realised I could use more of my natural strengths and experience by assisting them with their digital marketing efforts as well.
The Silent Struggle of SAHMs That No One Talks About
- You were once a career-driven, goal-oriented woman.
- Now, you’re deep in motherhood but missing that something for yourself.
- You feel guilty for even wanting more.
- You might have jumped into something new without first getting clear on what you truly want.
- Rushing in can be costly in time, energy, and money.
Clarity First: The Key to Finding the Right Next Step
Before diving into “what’s next,” let’s focus on what exactly is missing from your old life and what your natural strengths are. The first step isn’t rushing into a new opportunity — it’s getting clarity on what truly aligns with you and works around your family.
This is where my NLP coaching sessions can help. Together, we’ll explore:
- Your Core Values: Understanding what truly matters to you in both work and family life.
- Your Natural Strengths: Identifying skills you may have overlooked that could shape your next chapter.
- Goal Setting That Works: Creating a realistic, fulfilling plan to move forward without overwhelm.
Instead of jumping into another role that doesn’t truly fit, let’s uncover what will bring you fulfilment, flexibility, and finances!
💡 Book a 1:1 NLP Coaching Session to Get Clear on Your Next Step
Schedule Your Free Consultation by getting in touch with me
Not ready for a session yet? Join my free training inside my group, where I’ll walk you through an exercise to help you uncover exactly what you miss from working, identify your natural strengths, and explore what type of work will truly fit around your family life.
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This will be available from Tuesday, March 25th.