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Mikhaila Peterson On Overcoming ANXIETY, How She Runs Her Dad’s Business, and BALANCING Motherhood

Jul 8, 2021
Mikhaila Peterson, daughter of renowned psychologist Jordan Peterson, has made a name for herself as a CEO and advocate of the carnivore diet. In this engaging discussion, she shares her journey of navigating unexpected motherhood and the chaos of balancing a career. Mikhaila dives deep into overcoming anxiety, managing emotional volatility, and embracing self-awareness. She also explores the complexities of maintaining confidence while being a mother and a business leader, emphasizing that success lies in the harmony between personal fulfillment and parenting.
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ANECDOTE

Accidental Pregnancy & Career Shift

  • Mikhaila had an unplanned pregnancy at 23 while in university and kept the baby.
  • This event disrupted her initial career plans but ultimately had a positive impact.
INSIGHT

New Relationship and Pregnancy

  • Mikhaila and her partner at the time, Andre, were dating for only eight months before her pregnancy.
  • At 23, her focus was on health and career, not long-term relationships.
ANECDOTE

Societal Pressure and Marriage

  • Mikhaila felt societal pressure to marry Andre, influenced by family, neighborhood judgment, and her anxiety from SSRI withdrawal.
  • She sought to reduce chaos by creating order and structure, believing marriage might help.
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