Make No Mistake, Your Wife is a Badass

“The most important role a woman can ever play is that of a mother. It’s a performance where she shines her brightest and loves the hardest.” – Unknown

Don't miss your wife's x-factor

One of the most amazing things about becoming a new parent has been watching my wife step into the role she was clearly born to play. Throughout my life, my job has revolved around discovering talent, recognizing the best in people and things, and helping them bring out their excellence to let it shine. I believe that everyone has their own X-factor—their unique abilities and God-given talents. Sadly, many people go through life without fully honoring their innate gifts. They settle for what life throws at them, and hey, no judgment here—we all do what we have to do. But there’s something truly special about being around someone that’s operating at peak performance, witnessing them in their element, and doing the thing they were meant to do --  it’s nothing short of beautiful. I’ve always loved being in the presence of that kind of energy. It’s how I discovered Zac Brown when he was just sitting on a barstool, playing cover songs in a dive bar to a handful of people.

In the same way, my wife was born to be a mother.  I’m 100% convinced that there will never be a better teacher for Olivia than her. When she’s mothering, she’s firing on all cylinders, and being in her presence during those moments is like watching Michael Jordan courtside.  Her dream was to be a mother.  She chose to be a labor and delivery nurse so that she could immerse herself in that universe long before we had kids. When Olivia came into the world, I found myself constantly marveling at the bond they shared. There was this unspoken connection between them that I wasn’t a part of—a secret language that only they understood.  Sometimes, I’d feel a little left out, but honestly, I was okay with it. I loved that Olivia was getting this incredible guidance from my wife, and I loved that my wife was finding so much joy and fulfillment in her role as a mother.  Of course, that doesn’t mean she’s perfect—far from it. My wife has her moments just like anyone else.  She’ll lose her cool with the best of them – because if there are no moments in your parenthood that you haven’t completely lose your shit, then you either have a full time nanny or your Mother Theresa.  She’s human, just like your wife. But when she’s in her zone with your kid off in the corner while you’re on the couch watching the game, stop and appreciate it for what it is. Because if you don’t, you’re missing out on something truly special.

Take note. Watch your wife as she steps into the role she was meant to play.