Ambition and mothering

I’m an ambitious person.  I was satisfied and successful in my corporate career.  But I knew without a doubt when my son was born that I wanted to stay at home.  And even though that was the right choice, I never fully realized that I mourned the loss of my career.  And even though I work part-time now in a very fulfilling and meaningful way, I feel a loss that I can’t pursue my career full-time.  (Now I know there are many benefits and joys in being a stay at home unschooling mom.  I’m not denying that  - but I’m aware of some emotions that might be holding me back from being fully in my current life.) So [...] Read more »