4 Ways to be a Better You & a Better Mom
Wake up early.
Feed your mind and your body before your kids wake up. This can be difficult, but it creates a powerful impact on you mentally, emotionally, and physically. Make it a habit to do something physical every single day, even for ten minutes – just sweat. When all that blood rushes through your body, and those endorphins kick in it will create a force of will within you. It will change the way you feel, and it will change your performance. It will change everything.
Focus on the positive.
We all experience days, weeks, sometimes months that are frustrating, overwhelming or stagnant. These experiences can leave us discouraged and lonely. When we feel these emotions we tend to open our minds to negativity. If left unchecked, we may experience a worrisome, downward spiral in our lives. Let negative thoughts escape from your mind the very moment they come to you. Keep your head up. You are doing better than you think you are.
Assume the good in others.
"Allow the space between where you are, and where you want to be inspire you, not terrify you.” –Tracee Ellis Ross
Each of us is given a different life, with different experiences, talents, joys, and challenges. How often do we compare ourselves to others? Comparison robs us of joy and might prevent us from seeking opportunities to be grateful for what we have and serve those who are less fortunate. May we cheer for those who are achieving success! After all, each of us wishes to achieve our own goals. We can do more to support and uplift one another and spend less energy comparing or judging. When gazing at the house on the hill, feel encouraged, not discouraged. Be encouraged to put more focus on the inside of our homes, instead of getting lost staring outside of it. God is cheering for each of us and we ought to do the same.
Focus on your closest relationships.
Experts agree that the happiest people are those with quality relationships. We have great goals and dreams, but it will be difficult to find happiness without the joy that comes from nurturing relationships with others. Embrace your relationships — cherish them. Do our closest family members know that we love them and truly believe it based on the time and effort we make to show that love? Start there – then take a step forward.
It has been my experience that these four areas of focus will greatly affect your happiness as a mom. Each morning we have the choice to wake up and seize the day. Some days will be more difficult than others, but with a little effort and focus in the right direction it is possible. Approach them with an intentional mindset and changes will begin to happen; relationships will be healed, dreams will be made, and the weight of the impossible will be lifted.
