Thursday, April 24, 2025

What Do I Want to Be When They Grow Up?: (And Other Thoughts From a 40-something Mom)

What Do I Want to Be When They Grow Up?: (And Other Thoughts From a 40-something Mom) by Karen Johnson
About The Book:
Helpful, inspiring guide for mothers seeking to flourish and succeed after their kids grow up. In What Do I Want to Be When They Grow Up? (And Other Thoughts from a 40-Something Mom), renowned parenting influencer Karen Johnson provides a fun, easy-to-understand, and inspiring guide for mothers currently experiencing an empty nest, or who see one on the horizon, and are looking to lead their best, most fulfilling lives and feel comfortable that they're not alone in their struggles. This book draws upon stories and experiences from Johnson and mothers around her, helping readers seek out new passions, including new career paths, to avoid feeling as if they are solely defined by motherhood. In this book, Johnson explores topics including: Taking risks, putting yourself out there, getting stronger mentally and physically, and fostering positive relationships. Navigating the wondrously weird world of perimenopause and aging bodies with confidence, knowledge, and grace. Working through the very real emotions of guilt, anxiety, failure, and shame that often accompany this transitory period in mothers' lives. What Do I Want to Be When They Grow Up? (And Other Thoughts from a 40-Something Mom) earns a well-deserved spot on the bookshelves of all mothers seeking to develop individualism, mindfulness, and genuine feelings of contentment and happiness as they turn the page to the next chapter of their lives.

About The Author:
Karen Johnson is known on social media as The 21st Century SAHM. A former high school English teacher, she began telling her stories of motherhood when she was elbow-deep in the trenches of toddlerhood. She now writes for some of the largest parenting websites in the world.


~Hayley

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