Busy Mums That Feel Great: What Do They Have In Common?
Usually, when people think of busy mums, they usually think of women who run around picking up clothes off the floor, cooking dinner, and running errands wearing creased clothes with unbrushed hair. While this can sometimes be what a busy mum looks like (and there’s absolutely no shame in this), more and more busy mums are becoming concerned with feeling great while they go about their day.
What do busy mums that feel great have in common? Read on to find out!
They Meal Prep
Take one evening a week and make it your meal prep day. Cook meals you can easily freeze and put in a pan or in the microwave when you need one. This will stop you from mindlessly snacking or ordering take away, which makes some people feel lethargic and disappointed in themselves. By prepping some healthy meals in advance, you’ll feel better and be fuelling your body the right way, ready to take care of your kids and set a great example. It won’t hurt to have some healthy snacks around the house, either. Just remember; if you buy biscuits and other unhealthy snacks, chances are, they will begin calling your name at some point!
They Take A Little Time Every Day For Self-Care
You won’t get a lot of time as a busy mum: the clue is in the title. However, it’s important to take a little time every day for your own self-care. You can’t pour from an empty cup, so you can’t expect to do the best possible job of taking care of your children if you’re not looking after yourself. Whether it’s a nice hot shower, a relaxing bath some time alone with a cup of tea, or meditating for 10 minutes, make it a part of your daily practice. Enjoy it, and don’t feel guilty for it!
They Focus On Their Mental And Physical Health
Focusing on your mental and physical health as a busy mum is crucial. It can be tough, but letting things stress you out that you really have no control over is pointless and won’t fix things. Stress is a huge issue with many busy mums, and the worst thing about it is that your kids pick up on it and become stressed too. Do you really want your own worries and fears to rub off on your kids?
Focus more on your mental health by living in the present moment and learning to let things go. You have more control over how you feel each day than you think. Take care of your physical health by eating right, getting vitamins in if you need them, exercising if you can, and resting when you need to. Learn to listen to your body. Sometimes you may not feel your best, and you may need something else. It’s fine to use things like Zantac out of your medicine cupboard if you need to. However, remember that if you have a headache, it might mean you need to drink more water, rather than take a paracetamol!
They Don’t Compare Themselves To Other Mums
Comparing yourself to another mum is a recipe for disaster. You’ll only ever see on social media what they want you to see. They’ll only tell you what they want to tell you. You don’t know what they are struggling with, even if they seem like they have it all together. Somebody else might look at you and think you have it all together! Here’s a little secret: nobody really knows what they are doing. We’re all just winging it. We’re all just doing the best we can. Never compare yourself to somebody else!
They Don’t Have Too Much Screen Time
Spending too much time with your face in a screen can actually stress you out more, as it’s continuous stimulation that isn’t doing anything for you at all! Be more mindful of when you’re doing this, even if it’s your own free time and the kids have already gone to bed. Wouldn’t you feel better reflecting on all of the things that went right with your day, or reading a good book? Don’t waste time stalking people you don’t really care about on Facebook!
They Do Their Best To Get Enough Rest
Getting enough rest can be tough, but winding down at least an hour before bed can help. Stay away from technology, dim the lights, and make sure your bedroom environment is just right for sleep. High quality sleep is better than a higher volume of low-quality sleep.
Article by S Powell
