Happy February! I can’t believe that January flew by already! I hope you all had a great month!
I’ve been thinking a lot lately about what self-care can look like for moms, women trying to conceive, grandma’s, teachers, etc. Self-care isn’t a one size fits all kind of thing. In fact, sometimes it takes some soul searching to figure out what type of self-care truly works for you!
The first step to finding what works is getting some actual alone time. Our kids, spouses, animals, friends, and family are all ridiculously important to us, but for the sake of finding out what works… put them all to the side for a minute. In the true moment of aloneness, where does your mind go? What do you WANT to do? If any of you are thinking…. fold that laundry, wash the dishes or shampoo your carpets… I see you! My mind instantly goes to things I could get done without interruption. If doing a load of laundry uninterrupted is your jam, then go for it!
Some of us choose books, our favorite TV show, a pedicure or a hot cup of coffee at our favorite cafe. ALL of these things are self-care. What works best to rejuvenate you, may not be what works best for those around you. YOU have to decide where you are able to get the most peace and relaxation. The saying, you can’t pour from an empty cup, is so true! We can’t give our best selves to the world when we are empty.
It took me a long time to understand that it’s okay to say no. It’s okay to skip out on an event and allow yourself time to relax. The house doesn’t have to be spotless all the time. Give yourself a break! For the month of February, I challenge each of you to pick a self-care task from the list below each week. If you send me a message letting me know what task you picked, at the end of the month I will send a random participant a special self-care gift!!
As always,
Stay strong mommas!
Xoxo
Becca
Momma Tribe 