Confirmation Bias and Selective Attention in Modern Motherhood

Why do so many mothers feel they're never doing enough, even when they're giving everything they have? In this episode, we explore Robert Kleck's theory of confirmation bias and selective attention to understand how society shapes a mother's self-image. We discuss why our brains focus on perceived failures, how unrealistic expectations reinforce guilt, and, most importantly, how mothers—and society as a whole—can break this cycle and build a healthier, more compassionate view of motherhood