"The miracle is not that we do this work, but that we are happy to do it." - Mother Teresa
A happy Mom means a happy house. Long days and long nights sometimes leaves you with only enough energy to just get through the day. Here are 10 tips to help you be a happier Mom, and to enjoy and celebrate your divine role.
1. Have a schedule. Kids thrive on routine, and your day will go much smoother if you set up a regular schedule and try to stick to it.
2. Get up early. This seems crazy when you are barely getting enough sleep as it is. But, getting up a little earlier to get a head start on your day will make the whole day go a lot easier.
3. Get dressed. Look good. Feel good. Do good. You will feel better about your day and be able to do more good if you feel better about yourself.
4. Make daily “you” time. All Moms need a break, otherwise you will break. Take a little bit of time each day to do something for you. Even 15 minutes will refresh you and keep you going. Read a book, take a bath, write, paint. Do something you enjoy.
5. Excercise. Getting physical helps your mind and your body stay healthy and focused.
6. Keep a gratitude journal and make a list of goals. Taking time to reflect on your blessings will turn those hard Mom days around. So will goals. It’s hard to keep going with the hard days if you don’t have goals and plans to look forward to and work on. Be a good example to your children, and show them that being grateful and working hard will take you far in life.
7. Date your mate. This one is so important. Make sure you take time once a week to go out on a date with your spouse. Life is a lot more fun when you are connected and on the same page as your spouse.
8. Keep up with the housework. It’s easy to feel stressed and out of control when your home is chaotic and unorganized. No one loves to clean, but the reward will bring you peace.
9. Hugs. Take time each day to hug your kids. Give each child one on one time during the day. Build your relationships. That is what makes life worth it.
10. Serve. Get out and get involved. Helping others always brings happiness, and so does getting out of the house. Find something that interests you and find a way to get involved.
