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- Victoria Beckham says one piece of advice changed how she thinks about mom guilt (businessinsider.com)
Victoria Beckham Shares New Perspective on Mom Guilt Inspired by Diane von Furstenberg
Victoria Beckham recently opened up about how a conversation with fellow designer Diane von Furstenberg helped reshape her understanding of mom guilt. Speaking on the “Aspire with Emma Grede” podcast, Beckham reflected on the challenges of juggling a demanding career with motherhood and emphasized the importance of letting go of guilt.
Beckham recounted asking von Furstenberg how she balanced her work and family life. Von Furstenberg’s advice struck a chord: “Guilt is such a negative emotion.
It is pointless. And darling, it’s very aging.”
This perspective encouraged Beckham to focus on doing her best without being weighed down by guilt.
“As women, we often feel guilty if we miss school drop-offs, pick-ups, or other moments because of work commitments,” Beckham explained. “But ultimately, I believe our children are inspired by our dedication and drive.”
Beckham and her husband, David Beckham, share four children and emphasize teamwork in their parenting approach. “Between myself and David, we tag team,” she said. They start each day by preparing breakfast for their daughter Harper, and David typically handles school drop-offs when he’s not traveling.
The couple prioritizes family time, making a point to eat dinner together every evening when possible, putting phones away to focus on meaningful conversations. “Communication is really key,” Beckham said, describing their household as “quite a traditional family.”
Beckham also spoke about her commitment not only to being a present mom but also to helping her children find their purpose and reach their full potential.
Her candid reflections align with other celebrities who have discussed the pressures of balancing career and motherhood. Actress Keke Palmer has encouraged working moms to set aside guilt, saying, “If you got to work, you got to work.” Similarly, Ayesha Curry has shared how she navigates mom guilt while maintaining her own identity beyond motherhood.
Beckham’s insights offer a reassuring message to working parents striving to find harmony between their professional and family lives.
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