When Motherhood Doesn’t Feel Like Enough, God Still Says It Is

More Than Reality with Adam and Danielle

Adam and Danielle Busby

Relationships, Society & Culture, After Shows, Kids & Family, Parenting, Tv & Film

4.7 • 589 Ratings

🗓️ 19 March 2026

⏱️ 66 minutes

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Summary

In this episode, we’re opening up about a season of life that feels… different. Danielle shares honestly about the struggle of going from always working and producing to stepping into a slower season of motherhood—and why, even when it doesn’t feel like enough, God says it is. We talk about identity, purpose, marriage tension, trusting each other in new roles, and what it really looks like to follow God’s calling—even when it’s uncomfortable. If you’ve ever felt like you’re not doing enough, not contributing enough, or questioning your purpose in this season… this episode is for you. And as parents, we’re also reminded just how fast time is going—and why being present right now matters more than anything. 💬 Topics we cover: Feeling “not enough” as a mom Identity shifts in different life seasons Marriage tension during change Trust, control, and letting go Slowing down and being present Raising kids with intention and purpose What God says about your role as a wife & mother This episode is brought to you by: 💧 Pocket Hose Say goodbye to frustrating, kinked-up hoses. The Pocket Hose Copper Head features a 360° Pocket Pivot for full water flow and shrinks down for easy storage. 👉 Get your free gifts with purchase: Text MORE to 64000 🛏️ Cozy Earth Upgrade your sleep with Cozy Earth’s ultra-soft, breathable comforters and everyday essentials. 👉 Get up to 20% off with code MORETHAN at cozyearth.com 🌬️ AirDoctor Cleaner air = healthier home. AirDoctor removes particles 100x smaller than typical purifiers and gives peace of mind for your family. 👉 Get up to $300 off at airdoctorpro.com with code MORETHAN Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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0:00.0	Now, are all the traitors present?
0:02.0	Let's get started, shall we?
0:04.0	From rags to riches.
0:06.0	I'm so sick of this.
0:07.0	Working like a dog and being treated worse.
0:09.0	Yorkshire to New York.
0:10.0	Or climbers, you and me.
0:12.0	A life dedicated to revenge.
0:14.0	Let's make this an occasion to remember.
0:17.0	A Woman of Substance on Channel 4.
0:19.0	Stream now.
0:20.0	I know that I don't want my life wasted away with not doing for the kingdom.
0:27.9	Someone like me who says, this is not enough, I am not enough, I'm not doing enough, I'm not providing enough.
0:35.5	But if I go back and say, like, but what does God
0:38.2	call the wife? What does God call the mother? What does God call me as a daughter? What is God
0:43.2	called me as a friend? Like, that is our guidance. You know, if you really look at it and start
0:48.4	spending time thinking about how much time you have left, like how many summers you have left before they're gone,
0:56.3	and spending every bit of those moments to ensure that they want to come back.
1:07.3	This is more than reality podcast, where we dive into all things, faith, family, and marriage, and share that there is so much more than the reality that you see on the surface.
1:18.9	Welcome to More Than Reality with Adam and Danielle Busby.
1:24.1	Hey, hey.
1:25.6	What's up, guys?
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