Are You a Happy Mom? - 7 Tips For Living a Happier, More Fulfilling Life As a Mom
Home | Articles | Motherhood
by Julie Van De Wyngaerde
Oct 8th, 2008
Have you ever heard the saying that "being a mom is the best job that you will ever have"? I know that for me, being a mom is great and I also know that sometimes all that's involved can become overwhelming and not as fulfilling as I would like it to be.
If you have experienced being overwhelmed, unhappy for any reason or not feeling totally fulfilled in your role as a mom, please know that you are not alone. Here are 7 simple tips that can change your life for the better.
Tip #1: Believe that it is possible.
In order to be happier and more fulfilled in your role as a mom you have to believe that it is possible. Have you ever heard the quote, "You have to believe to achieve?" Well, it's true and this is where is all begins.
Tip #2: Be willing to do things differently.
You can't expect to be happier and more fulfilled if you continue to do things the same way that you've been doing them. So, you have to be willing to make some changes and do things differently from the way that you have been.
Tip #3: Get support!
It is easy to fall into the role of "super mom" and feel like it's your responsibility as a mom to do everything yourself, but you really will be happier if you get some support. You will find that there are many different means of support for moms if you just seek them out.
Tip #4: Ask for what you want!
Have you ever gotten angry at your spouse because he didn't do what you wanted him to, but then he tells you that you never asked him to do it? We moms often don't ask for what we want and need. Learn to speak up and ask for what you want!.
Tip #5: Love yourself first!
Feeling loved is the universal basic want that we all have. While it is great to get and feel loved by others, how many of us don't love ourselves first? You need to love yourself first to set the example for others to love you too.
Tip #6: Focus on YOU!
Ask yourself, "What do I love to do that I'm not currently doing?" or "What would I like more of in my life that would help me feel more fulfilled?" Discover what it is that's missing in your life to make you feel fulfilled and DO IT!
Tip #7: Let go!
When moms focus on themselves or take time for themselves they tend to feel a bit guilty. Carrying around this burden of guilt doesn't benefit anyone including you so, LET IT GO! When you are happy and fulfilled you will be better in your role as a mom and as a partner, so enjoy it.
*** *** ***
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Interested in some additional support in making the necessary changes while you implement these 7 simple tips? Get what you need to be happier and more fulfilled at Self Centered Moms. It will literally change your life. You can also discover "3 Secrets Your Mother Never Told You...How They Can Benefit You and Your Family" a special free report available at http://www.SelfCenteredMoms.com
 |
| Subscribe to TrulyMarsha |
| Visit this group |