Mom guilt describes a pervasive sense of inadequacy that many mothers experience, believing they are not doing enough despite their best efforts. This guilt is not merely a personal issue but a response to cultural and systemic expectations placed on mothers. It reflects historical ideals of motherhood which often create unrealistic standards. Instead of originating from specific mistakes, mom guilt is characterized by vague, ongoing feelings of failure, shaped by societal norms. It acts as a shared emotional experience influenced by broader cultural messages and historical contexts.
Mom guilt is a persistent feeling among mothers, stemming from societal pressures rather than personal failings, reflecting the gap between expectations and realities of motherhood.
This cultural phenomenon manifests as a shared emotional pattern, shaped by historical expectations and societal norms that demand too much from mothers.
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