INNER JOURNEY 
Psychology, Inc.

Most mothers carry an invisible weight: the emotional labor of holding others’ feelings while often feeling unseen and exhausted. Through Jungian concepts like the Great Mother archetype, emotional containment, and the transcendent function, motherhood can be understood as a profound psychological process—one that challenges, transforms, and offers opportunities for growth, connection, and self-discovery.

Being a mompreneur means navigating the delicate tension between motherhood and entrepreneurship. From managing childcare and emotional labor to pursuing professional passions, it’s a journey of individuation—holding ambition and devotion, embracing limits, and reclaiming support, all while creating a life that reflects both care and creativity.

International motherhood is a journey lived between cultures, languages, and systems. From navigating long-distance family ties to redefining parenting across borders, this blog reflects on the quiet resilience, emotional labor, and deep love carried by immigrant and cross-cultural mothers. Inspired by our APA 2025 presentation, this piece honors the challenges and strengths of raising children across countries and identities.