The Restored Mind | Mom Guilt, Self Doubt, Biblical Encouragement, Self Worth, Positive Mindset, Motherhood

By Caroline Thao, Mom Guilt & Confidence Coach

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Do you constantly feel like you’re falling short—no matter how hard you try?

Are you stuck in a cycle of guilt, frustration, and wishing the hard moments away?

What if the breakthrough isn’t a new routine… but a new way to see yourself—through forgiveness?


Welcome to The Restored Mind Podcast—a peaceful space for Christian moms who want to be the best mom they can be, end guilt, and start a journey of self-forgiveness. If you’re tired of wondering whether you’re doing enough—or feeling like you’re falling short in every area—you’re not alone. Each week, you'll learn small but impactful habit changes that will help you lead your children to know and love God- while growing your own faith along the way.


Hi, I’m Caroline Thao—Jesus follower, wife, and mom who knows what it’s like to feel overwhelmed by expectations that stem from a perfectionist mindset. It led me to try to control everything—and when I failed, I felt the heavy weight of mom guilt. For years, I second-guessed everything: my parenting, my faith, my dreams. I felt torn between being fully present with my kids and pursuing the passions God placed on my heart. Worst of all, I believed the lie that I had to choose one or the other—until I learned to forgive myself so I could finally show up as the mom I wanted to be.


And here’s the good news: you don’t have to live stuck in guilt or strive to be a “perfect” mom.


Through scripture, intentional habits, and faith-filled mindset shifts, I discovered how to let go of guilt and live like the mom God created me to be—not the one guilt kept me stuck as. And now, I want to help you do the same.


Each episode will give you biblical encouragement, simple steps, and easy, attainable habits so you can::


  • Break free from mom guilt and the perfectionist mindset that leaves you feeling stuck.
  • Walk in confidence in all the roles God has entrusted you without needing to do it all perfectly. 
  • Lead your children with grace, love, and patience—not pressure.
  • Finally becoming the mom you’ve always envisioned yourself to be.


So if you’re ready to stop running on empty and start thriving in your motherhood journey, you’re in the right place. Grab your Bible, invite the Holy Spirit in, and let’s walk this journey together—one peaceful step at a time.


Episode Date
141 | Feeling Exhausted By The Holiday Pressure? A Grace‑Led Way To Be Fully Present
Dec 03, 2025
140 | Why Holiday Comparison Triggers Mom Guilt (And How to Stop It)
Nov 19, 2025
139 | Mom Guilt Detox: Meaningful Holidays With Simple, Repeatable Traditions
Nov 05, 2025
138 | Excellence Or Idolatry? Release the Mom-Guilt Pressure to Do It All
Oct 29, 2025
137 | Let Go of Mom Guilt: A Christian Mom’s Guide to Trading ‘What Ifs’ for Peace
Oct 22, 2025
136 | When Mom Life Feels Heavy: Simple Ways To Reset And Find Joy In Motherhood Again
Oct 15, 2025
135 | Letting Go Of Mom Guilt: Forgive Yourself The Way God Forgives You
Sep 24, 2025
134 | Think You’re Failing as a Mom? You Might Be Leading Better Than You Think
Sep 17, 2025
133 | Stop Competing with Your Past: Find Hope and Release Mom Guilt
Sep 10, 2025
132 | Overwhelmed By Back To School Chaos? How To Sprinkle Joy Throughout The School Year
Sep 03, 2025
131 | Did I Do Enough? Escaping The Back-To School Mom Guilt Trap
Aug 27, 2025
130 | The Hidden Struggle Moms Don't See Coming When Kids Start School
Aug 20, 2025
129 | Did You 'Ruin' Summer? Why Christian Moms Need To Drop The Guilt Before School Starts
Aug 13, 2025
128 | Stop Feeling Behind! A Busy Mom's Guide To A Guilt-Free Summer
Aug 06, 2025
127 | Tired Of Trying To Make Summer Perfect? How To Let Go Without Giving Up
Jul 30, 2025
126 | Is Mom Guilt Wrecking Your Summer—Or Setting You Free?
Jul 23, 2025
125 | Stressed About Summer Clothes? Here’s How to Reclaim Your Confidence Today
Jul 16, 2025
124 | Feeling a Little Off This Summer? How To Beat Mom Guilt
Jul 09, 2025
123 | The Lie Christian Moms Believe About Leadership That’s Keeping You Stuck
Jul 02, 2025
122 | How To Forgive Yourself As A Mom And Let Go Of Guilt- For Good!
Jun 25, 2025
121 | The Hidden Cost Of Holding On To Mom Guilt—And How To Finally Let It Go
Jun 18, 2025
120 | Still Chasing That Never-Ending To-Do List? Try This One Surprising Hack To Win Back Your Summer
Jun 11, 2025
119 | Does Mom Guilt Ever Go Away? Honest Truth And A Biblical Way Foward
Jun 04, 2025
118 | Can I Be A Good Mom And Build A Business? How To Let Go Of Guilt
May 28, 2025
117 | What If You Love Your Body This Summer? Reclaim Your Confidence Through Faith
May 21, 2025
116 | Self-Care Without Guilt: Honoring God While Caring For Yourself
May 14, 2025
115 | Serving Your Family Or Just Surviving Motherhood? How To Shift From Complaints To Contentment
May 07, 2025
114 | Mom Guilt Is Lying To You: Replacing Fear With God's Truth
Apr 30, 2025
113 | Feel Like You’re Failing as a Mom? You’re Not—Here’s What You Need to Hear
Apr 23, 2025
112 | When Your Problems Feels Bigger Than You: How To Find Peace In The Chaos
Apr 16, 2025
111 | Is Waiting On God A Good Thing? Why It Can Help You Overcome Doubt As A Mom
Apr 09, 2025
110 | The Number 1 Mistake That's Hurting Your Confidence
Apr 02, 2025
109 | How Imposter Syndrome Is Killing Your Confidence And What To Do
Mar 26, 2025
108 | Stuck And Stressed From Aiming For Perfection? What To Do Instead
Mar 19, 2025
107 | What NOT To Do When Building Biblical Confidence
Mar 12, 2025
106 | 3 Life Changing Ways To Understand The Bible
Mar 05, 2025
105 | 4 Practical Steps To Get Confidence That Last
Feb 26, 2025
104 | Sick Of Confidence Boosters NOT Working? Do This Instead!
Feb 19, 2025
103 | Setting Boundaries As A Mom With Biblical Confidence
Feb 12, 2025
102 | The #1 Belief Stopping You From More Family Time
Feb 05, 2025
101| The Only Question To Ask When You’re Wondering “Am I Good Enough?”
Jan 29, 2025
100 | Stop Searching For A Confidence Boost And Rewire Your Thoughts
Jan 22, 2025
99 | Stressed From Comparing Yourself To Other Moms? Find Peace Today With This Biblical Truth
Jan 15, 2025
98 | 2 Reasons Why You Need Confidence Today and How To Get It ASAP
Jan 08, 2025
97 | #1 Distraction To Remove To Get Clarity On Your Purpose
Jan 01, 2025
96 | "Help My Unbelief!" How To Strengthen Your Faith As A Christian Mom
Dec 25, 2024
95 | Mom Guilt Holding You Back? 3 Truths You Need To Hear Right Now!
Dec 18, 2024
94 | What NOT To Do When You're Wondering, "Am I Good Enough?"
Dec 11, 2024
93 | Overcome The Overwhelm: 3 Easy Ways To Start Bible Reading Today
Dec 04, 2024
92 | 2 Ways To Be More Present With Your Family
Nov 27, 2024
91 | It's Time To Pivot: Is Coaching For You?
Nov 20, 2024
90 | Sick Of Doubting Yourself? Gain Confidence By Trusting God's Plan
Nov 13, 2024
89 | Faith And Freedom: Breaking The Chains Of Negativity
Nov 06, 2024
88 | Finding Strength: Using Scripture To Renew Your Mind
Oct 30, 2024
87 | The Power Of Mindset: From Fixed To Growth
Oct 23, 2024
86 | From Confusion To Clarity: Overcoming Imposter Syndrome
Oct 16, 2024
85 | Why I Have Not Uploaded: Update
Oct 02, 2024
84 | Why You Should Avoid Laziness
Sep 04, 2024
83 | Slowly But Surely
Aug 28, 2024
82 | Adjusting To A New Season
Aug 21, 2024
81 | Don't Give Up
Aug 14, 2024
80 | Consider It A Blessing
Aug 07, 2024
79 | Finding God In The Hard Times
Jul 31, 2024
78 | Take Yourself Seriously: Moving Past "One Day"
Jul 24, 2024
77 | Breaking Free From Imposter Syndrome
May 22, 2024
76 | From Complaints To Joy: Embracing A New Work Mindset
May 15, 2024
75 | One Day Or Day One: Taking The First Step
May 08, 2024
74 | Tips And Strategies For Overcoming Procrastination
May 01, 2024
73 | Understanding Self-Discipline
Apr 23, 2024
72 | How To Regain Balance In Your Routine
Apr 17, 2024
71 | Embracing Confidence: The Power Of Assurance
Apr 10, 2024
70 | Your Attitude Matters
Apr 03, 2024
69 | Being Content
Mar 27, 2024
68 | Moving Forward
Mar 20, 2024
67 | What To Do In The Waiting
Mar 13, 2024
66 | Why Asking For Help Is Hard
Mar 06, 2024
65 | Am I loved?
Feb 28, 2024
64 | How To Love Someone Who Is Hard To Love
Feb 21, 2024
63 | Fighting For Your Marriage W/ Kong Thao
Feb 14, 2024
62 | How To Walk In Love
Feb 07, 2024
61 | How To Love Yourself Better
Jan 31, 2024
60 | Rebranding And What To Keep In Mind For 2024
Jan 24, 2024
59 | Grit: How To Persevere
Jan 17, 2024
58 | Be Diligent And Intentional
Jan 10, 2024
57 | Keep It Simple
Jan 03, 2024
56 | New Year, Same You?
Dec 27, 2023
55 | What Makes The Perfect Christmas?
Dec 20, 2023
54 | Family And Christmas
Dec 13, 2023
53 | Forgiveness And Christmas
Dec 06, 2023
52 | Why The Restored Mind?
Nov 28, 2023
51 | Give Thanks (Thanksgiving Special)
Nov 22, 2023
50 | Storing Treasures
Nov 15, 2023
49 | Mindset And Attitude
Nov 08, 2023
48 | What About Me?
Nov 01, 2023
47 | I Believe But...
Oct 25, 2023
46 | Do What Makes You Happy
Oct 18, 2023
45 | Leadership
Oct 11, 2023
44 | Have Faith, Girl!
Oct 04, 2023
43 | Faithfulness Or Busyness?
Sep 27, 2023
42 | Burnout Or Unmotivated?
Sep 20, 2023
41 | Taking Accountability
Sep 13, 2023
40 | Goal setting: It's Not About You
Sep 06, 2023
39 | Self Love: Selfish Or Not? Part 2
Aug 23, 2023
38 | Self Love: Selfish Or Not? Part 1
Aug 16, 2023
37 | Delayed Gratification
Aug 09, 2023
36 | Cultivating A Serving Heart
Aug 02, 2023
35 | Temptation
Jul 26, 2023
34 | The Confidence You Want
Jul 19, 2023
33 | Loneliness
Jul 12, 2023
32 | Patience
Jul 05, 2023
31 | Do You Have A Complaining Heart?
Jun 28, 2023
30 | Break Free
Jun 21, 2023
29 | Slow Down
Jun 14, 2023
28 | Where Are You? 6 Months Check In
Jun 07, 2023
27 | Be Better Than Normal
May 31, 2023
26 | What To Do When You're Feeling Stuck
May 24, 2023
25 | How To Stay Consistent When Lacking Motivation
May 17, 2023
24 | Get Specific- Stepping Into A Better Version Of You
May 10, 2023
23 | Get Specific- Grow In Faith
May 03, 2023
22 | Get Specific -Goals
Apr 26, 2023
21 | 3 Year Journey
Apr 19, 2023
20 | Season Of Pruning
Apr 12, 2023
19 | Get Out Of Your Head
Apr 05, 2023
18 | You Are Enough (Insecurity)
Mar 29, 2023
17 | Importance Of Surrender
Mar 22, 2023
16 | Forgiving Yourself
Mar 15, 2023
15 | Who VS. What You See
Mar 08, 2023
14 | What To Do When You Miss The Mark
Mar 01, 2023
13 | Forgiveness
Feb 22, 2023
12 | Rest Takes Work
Feb 15, 2023
11 | How Healthy Is Your Mind?
Feb 08, 2023
10 | You Are Enough In Christ (Motherhood Edition)
Feb 01, 2023
9 | Being Consistent And Why It Matters
Jan 25, 2023
8 | The Importance Of Pain
Jan 18, 2023
7 | Motivation VS. Discipline
Jan 11, 2023
6 | Gratitude
Dec 28, 2022
5 | The Voice Of Doubt
Dec 21, 2022
4 | Comparison Is The Thief Of Self-Worth
Dec 14, 2022
3 | Why Mindset Matters
Dec 07, 2022
2 | You can do hard things
Nov 30, 2022
1| Trailer
Nov 15, 2022