Amy Galvin on the Happy Life Agenda Podcast: Motherhood, Ambition & the Future of Women in Leadership

We’ve been told for far too long that motherhood and ambition sit on opposite ends of a spectrum—that choosing to raise a family means slowing down our careers, or that chasing professional success requires sacrificing connection at home.

It’s a false choice.One that has kept generations of women exhausted, unsupported, and doubting their own potential.

That’s why I was so grateful to join the Happy Life Agenda podcast to talk about a topic that is deeply personal to me: how women can thrive as mothers and leaders, and how equity—both at work and at home—changes everything.

The Invisible Load Women Carry

On the show, I opened up about my own journey as the “default parent,” the one who mentally holds all the lists, all the logistics, all the emotional labor. It’s a role so many women find themselves in — often without even realizing how heavy the load has become.

This unseen responsibility doesn’t just drain us at home; it impacts how we show up in our careers, our relationships, and even our sense of self.Unpaid labor deserves a real conversation. And real solutions.

How Fair Play Changed My Marriage, My Home, and My Leadership

Becoming a certified Fair Play Method Facilitator didn’t just shift my perspective — it rebuilt the way my household operates. Fair Play gave my partner and me a shared language, shared responsibilities, and shared respect. The ripple effects have been profound. When the home becomes equitable, women rise in every area of their lives. I’ve seen it in my marriage, in my parenting, and in the way I lead my company.

Equity at Home = Equity at Work

So many workplace challenges—burnout, stalled career growth, lack of representation in leadership—trace back to what’s happening behind closed doors.

When women aren’t supported at home, they can’t fully step into their power at work. When companies understand this and create policies and cultures that honor caregiving, everyone wins. Teams thrive. Cultures strengthen. Profitability increases. Supporting mothers isn’t “nice”—it’s strategic.

Why This Conversation Matters Now

Women are rewriting outdated rules. We’re no longer willing to shrink, over-function, or carry the weight of two full-time jobs without acknowledgment or support.

The episode is a powerful reminder that you don’t have to choose.You can build a career that lights you up and a home life that actually supports your well-being.

If you’ve been longing for a life where you feel supported, empowered, and able to flourish in every dimension—this conversation is for you.

🎧 Listen to the full episode of the Happy Life Agenda