Minimalist Moms Podcast

In this episode, Diane talks with trauma therapist and parenting expert Maggie Nick about the hidden cost of growing up as the “good kid” - the responsible, high-achieving child who never caused trouble but often learned to ignore their own needs. Maggie explains how this pattern can follow many adults into motherhood, showing up as perfectionism, people-pleasing, anxiety, and the pressure to keep everyone else happy. Together they explore “good kid trauma,” why even loving homes can unintentionally create relational shame, and how these early scripts shape the way we parent. If you’ve ever struggled to relax or felt responsible for everyone else’s emotions, this conversation offers a compassionate path toward raising emotionally healthy families.Links Discussed in This Episode |Checkout the podcast storefront for recommendations from Diane.Connect with Maggie:WebsiteInstagramFacebookBook: Good Kids: Why You Suffered in Silence and How to Break the CycleAbout Maggie |Maggie Nick, LCSW, is a trauma therapist,