Honest Mom Talk
Honest Mom Talk is the unfiltered podcast for millennial moms who are tired of pretending everything’s fine and ready to have real conversations about motherhood, mental health, and making space for themselves.
Hosted by certified life coach and mom of two, Molly Ryden, this show dives deep into the messy realities of modern motherhood—burnout, mom rage, mental load, identity loss, setting boundaries, and the constant battle between caring for your kids and caring for yourself.
Each episode offers honest stories, expert insights, and practical tools to help you feel seen, supported, and more in control of your own motherhood journey. Whether you're drowning in mom guilt, touched out by bedtime, or wondering if you're the only one struggling—you’re not alone here.
This is the space where moms get real.
Because your needs matter. Your voice matters. And you still matter—beyond the role of "mom."
New episodes every week.
Let’s talk about the hard stuff—together.
Honest Mom Talk
Real Talk on Weaponized Incompetence & Acceptance
In this episode, Molly breaks down two sneaky but common dynamics that show up in marriages and parenting partnerships: weaponized incompetence and weaponized acceptance. These behaviors quietly shift the mental and physical load onto one partner—most often women—creating an imbalance that leads to resentment, burnout, and emotional disconnection.
Molly shares real-life examples, relatable insights, and practical tools for spotting these patterns in your own home. If you’ve ever felt like you're doing it all—because your partner “just doesn’t know how” or conveniently fades into the background—this one’s for you.
She reminds us that asking for equality isn't "nagging"—it's necessary. And that clear communication and boundary-setting can pave the way for a healthier, more balanced family dynamic where everyone pulls their weight.
Top Takeaways:
✨ Weaponized incompetence = pretending to be bad at tasks to avoid responsibility
✨ Weaponized acceptance = passive benefit from not engaging
✨ Both uphold outdated gender roles
✨ Spotting these patterns is the first step to change
✨ Boundaries are your friend—set them clearly and early
✨ Shared responsibility is not a luxury—it’s a standard
✨ Asking for help doesn’t make you high-maintenance
✨ Communication is your superpower
✨ Encouraging your partner to step up supports the whole family
✨ Guilt has no place in your pursuit of balance
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