I’m going to be real with you here. I’ve started 2020 in a funk. I’ve been sad and might even go so far as to say I’m depressed. It’s time to stop sulking and start taking care of me. But what does that look like?
For me, at this moment, it means that I’ve scheduled an appointment to talk to a therapist. There have been oodles of things that have happened in the last decade that I need to discuss and work through. I know I should be looking ahead to what the future holds for me, my girls, and my husband, yet here I am pondering.
Taking care of me also means a real proper examination of my health and what I want to achieve. I’ve struggled with my weight since college, and motherhood hasn’t been any easier. I’ve already taken steps with my Primary Care Physician and will get going in the right direction for me.
How can I possibly do this when there are so many things running through my mind? What do I need to do as Mommy? What do I need to be a wife, sister, or friend? Should I go back to work, or does it make more sense for me to continue staying home? What projects need to be completed in the home? Should we really take a family vacation this year?
I need to take it one day at a time. I recently came to the realization that I need to have things to look forward to. Some of this includes the art of saying no {and knowing it’s okay}, exercising in any manner, and reading {other than children’s books}! I definitely need to make sure there are more date nights with the husband, too.
I need to be thinking about what I NEED to do for ME. In reality, this is a big piece of the puzzle in answering some of the above questions. I will be taking some time to reflect on me and moving forward this year.
What are your self-care tips to make you a better you?
Thanks for the post and sharing honestly Clara! Definitely feeling a similar way! Exercise tops my list, and making time for date nights (which has been neglected over the past few years). I think it’s easy to isolate and get caught up in day to day routine, but making time to socialize helps to feel connected also!
Thank you!!
Thank you for this post. I totally get where you are. I started working on myself back in October and I already feel so much better. Now that I’ve learned what I know now, I cant ever go back to how I felt before. It’s amazing and I’m excited for you, it will
Get better!
I started 2020 with a therapist too and it brings joy just knowing I’ve got that appointment booked! Life is hard and we have to be more than okay for our little ones. Go you! I’d love to chit chat with you about healthy living. Motivation is a huge! Find those friends you can text that you know will cheer you on.