Have you ever just felt depleted and unable to give any more of yourself? That’s when I call in some “Me” mommy time! Mommy time is crucial to re-energize my batteries after day in and day out of trying to take care of everyone else.
There are a number of reasons why me-time activities are important to me:
- A stress-free mom is a happy mom.
- I’ll take better care of my children when I take better care of myself.
- I won’t lose my identity under the mom name
- By enjoying the activities I love outside of parenthood, I’ll set a good example for my girls.
- I’ll take on the mom role with renewed spirit after every mini-break.
I like to take a well-deserved break, regardless of what’s on my agenda for the day. Whether I have a few spare minutes after the girls go to bed or I have a rare afternoon free to do something for myself, I try to indulge in activities that are just for me.
It helps me feel like a new me and helps me be ready to tackle the dirty diapers, temper tantrums and sibling spats I’ll surely face.
One of my FAVORITE “Me” time indulgences…
Moms’ Night Out with my girlfriends. Eat dinner. Go bowling. Hit the coffeehouse. Play bingo. Take in a concert. Listen to poetry readings. Attend a play. Moms’ Night Out doesn’t have to center around hitting the bars!
My other FAVORITE “Me” time indulgence?!?
EXERCISING!!! The thought of sweating out “me” time may not appeal to you, but exercise can be more than an afternoon of lifting weights until your muscles melt. It is a time I can catch up on my Podcasts, dance like no one is watching, etc.
I make exercise fun so I can stay in shape and model for my kids to do the same. After all, the extra energy helps me chase the girls without getting winded…LOL
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