Motherhood is all about the love, the struggles, and the endless education. It is no longer a slow-motion world and mothers have more on their plate. Work, family, and goals are all in your face, but mothers can make it work, and moms can make it work.
The Power of Presence
Mindful mothering starts with being present in the here and now. Be it listening to your children’s stories or sipping a cup of tea in silence, mindfulness helps you tune in to what is happening now. It also makes you less stressed out and more connected to your children.
Let Go of Perfection
We get pressed to be mothers that are perfect, that they have the perfect food, the perfect children, and the perfect house. But perfection is an illusion. Make fun of the messes and the little victories. Don’t forget your time and effort is what counts to your kids.
Prioritize Self-Care
To be a successful mom is to look after yourself. Don’t put guilt over taking care of yourself it’s not a selfish thing, it’s a must. Be it a nature walk, book read, long bath: a little bit of self-care fuels your brain and body to allow you to present as your best self.
Set Boundaries
You just give “yes” to everything your family, friends or workplace asks of you as a mom. But healthy boundaries are the secret to equilibrium. Learn to delegate and divide tasks so you can be better at what’s most important.
Practice Gratitude
Gratitude helps you see less about what’s missing, and more about what’s already here. Start a gratitude journal and put down three things you are grateful for each day. This one simple trick can help you breathe in the stress and remember motherhood as beautiful.
Embrace Support Systems
Not all motherhood has to be alone. Count on your tribes, couples, family, friends, mom groups. Being open with your experiences, happiness, struggles with the world can help reduce the stress and give some insight.
Create Time to Play Mindful Games With Your Kids.
Model mindfulness to your kids. Deep breathing together, mindfully eating at the table, or a walk in the forest. These small traditions leave your family in the memories, and it gives them a sense of calm.
Mom life today is hard work, but it is so worth it. If you cultivate mindfulness, you will make your way through its challenges gracefully and lead a happy and productive life for yourself and your loved ones.
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