I have been on the verge of “losing my marbles,” for weeks at a time. If you aren’t familiar with that term, it means overly stressing. One day I decided to stop stressing and figure out why these two little humans, that I call my children, make me want to smoke a pack of Newports (I don’t smoke). I mean, can life as a mom of two really be that bad? The answer is: some days it may be, but most days you are probably overreacting. Yes, I said it. You are overreacting and need to figure out how to center your thoughts and redirect your energy when it comes to the way you care for your kids. But remember, the way you parent your kids is good enough and you don’t have to compare yourself to other moms. If you ask me, that may be part of the reason you are “losing your marbles.”
Check out these 5 ways to help you stress less:
- For one day don’t worry about the mess. Sometimes moms need a day to gather their thoughts. Leave most things in there place, except for dishes.
- Speaking of cleaning, you must break your day up into shortlists. Make a long list of everything that must be done for the week and aim to cross at least two to three off a day.
- If your children are on a break from school, always plan a play time, a craft time, and electronic time (if that’s your thing). Listen, this is the no judgment zone. I use electronic time for my kids and I don’t feel bad about it. I actually find great peace with giving my kids electronics, so I can have a moment to myself.
- Pick your battles with your children. I know, we hear this a lot and probably give this advice to others. But we really need to not be so uptight about everything that our children do. Relax mama. Everything your child does should not send you into a frenzy. Children aren’t perfect.
- Schedule time to talk with a friend at least once a week. While I cook dinner or on the drive home in the afternoons, I talk to a friend about everything. You need to talk to someone in your age range, even if it’s basic things and they aren’t really your friend. Talk to a mommy friend. Your sanity depends on it.
There are many ways to not lose your marbles, but you must realize when balance is needed, and when to have “you time.” That’s what it all boils down to because your kids will be kids and do what kids do. As a mommy, you just have to recharge and be prepared as best you can. Know that what you are giving your children is good enough.
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