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Torn: Finding a Mom Life BalanceAuthor: Torn
Motherhood can often leave a woman feeling torn between her emotions and reality, her job and personal life, friends and family. On Torn: Finding a Mom Life Balance, hosts Athena, and Mims share their journey, laugh their woes away, and dismantle the deceptions of motherhood by giving a new voice to mommy-hood. Cover art photo provided by Logos on the Go Language: en Genres: Kids & Family Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
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Episode #175: The Practice of Journaling
Episode 175
Wednesday, 11 February, 2026
Journaling can start as a locked diary with a tiny key… and grow into a lifeline. In this episode, Mimi and Athena reflect on how journaling has evolved from childhood “spill your guts” pages to a powerful practice for processing, creating, praying, and staying grounded—especially in motherhood when uninterrupted thoughts feel rare.We talk about:First journal memories: glittery diaries, pressed flowers, marble notebooks, and sibling “privacy violations”Why journaling matters: tracking patterns, naming emotions, processing seasons, and witnessing your growth over timeThere’s no one “right” way: pen-to-paper, voice notes, bullet journaling, sketching, “one line a day,” and creative visual journalingHow to invite kids in (without making it homework): making journaling feel fun, flexible, and pressure-freeSpotlight: The HappyMe Journals (the journal that got the whole house writing)Athena shares how The HappyMe Journals became the surprising bridge between “we don’t journal” and “wait… I like this.” Mimi shouts out the thoughtful design and the founder’s responsiveness during the holidays.What makes it work:Age-based versions: first (3-6 years), junior (6-12 years), teen (12+), and adult editions (so everyone has a fit)Guided prompts + freedom: enough structure to get started, with space to make it your ownGratitude + mood check-ins: quote of the day, top gratitudes, and emoji-based feelings trackingHabit-building (without pressure): checklists that encourage kindness/helpfulness and reflectionMotivation kids actually love: streak milestones (7 days / 30 days) with “reward yourself” celebrationsA bedtime-friendly rhythm: the kids use it to wind down—and it even sparks sweet love notes and more thoughtful language at homeTorn Thought: If you’ve got an “anti-writer” in your house (or in your own head), don’t make it about writing. Make it about expression—another way to communicate with your people… and with yourself.Stay warm, stay connected, Torn Tribe.Share your thoughts on journaling to 📧 tornmlb@gmail.com📲 Follow @TornMLB on Instagram, Facebook, and X.💜 Choose Grace, Torn Tribe 💜
