I broke down after my prenatal yoga class the other day.

While I’ve wanted to be a mum and pregnancy has left me elated, the truth is that pregnancy isn’t always enjoyable.

I get tired.

I’ve ballooned to thrice my normal size!

And the thing is… I don’t feel so “at one” with the baby in a way that some women do.

Couple that with the tranquility and joy that all the other mums-to-be seemed to be at my yoga class, and I couldn’t help but feel so ALONE.

Upon reflection, I realize  my pregnancy journey has a lot of parallels with my career -


1️⃣ Everyone’s journey is unique

This sounds like such an obvious statement, but it took me years to understand this.

Heck, it still takes a while even now.

I’m always striving for the best, for the most.

I need to understand that everyone’s – including my own – journey is special and I’m going through my career path.

So if it’s taking a while to come to terms with motherhood and my unique career journey, then so be it.

As long as I’m learning to be a better version of myself along the way.

2️⃣ Focus on what YOU can control

While it seemed like all the other mums were “one with their baby”, no one knew what’s happening underneath

Everyone has their own set of stresses and issues.

It’s the same in the corporate world.

Yes, everyone has their achievements.

But guess what?

Behind the scenes, everyone is fighting their own insecurities and battles too.

So focus on your circle of control and stop comparing yourself to others.

3️⃣ Disappointment can be your friend

Feeling small, guilty, and like everything sucks?
I feel ya. But this unhappiness also brought me to better places.

Without the feeling of disappointment and pressure, I wouldn’t have made the necessary changes for myself and my career.

I would’ve remained in my status quo.

I wouldn’t have done all the things I have for my upcoming motherhood journey and career path.

So disappointment, in its own way, helped me.

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