Hi friends! How are we all doing? Let’s do a check-in!
I’m not doing amazing, but not terrible either. It feels good to be “ok” lately and thats ok! Does that make sense? lol…I’m feeling better than I did a couple of months ago, maybe it’s because we’re now in a new “routine” or I’m in a period of “acceptance” for the uncontrollable.
I started to think what is helping me lately and I put together a list. Maybe this will help you or you can relate! Each day for me ebs and flows, but overall I’m trying to be more mindful and be present in how I’m feeling. What’s making you feel good these days?
- Making time for movement. I’ve been trying to get in a good workout or walk/jog at lease 4-5 times a week. Whether it’s an in-home workout or getting outside in the fresh air, moving my body and strength training has made me physically and mentally feel better! Self-care is so important, trying to incorporate movement into my everyday is a top priority!
- Take each day as it comes. I’m trying not to overthink about the future. Is my preschooler going back to school? Is there a possibility we are moving for my husband’s job? Are we scheduling activties/travel plans? When are we going to see my loved ones who live out of state? Worrying or thinking too much about the unknown will just make me spiral, so I’ve been really trying to be present and just focus on the day ahead of me when I wake up!
- Gratitude Journal. I’ve been writing in my new Gratitude Journal each day. It’s a good routine for me to do in the morning and to reflect on life’s blessings and little moments. It puts things in perspective and makes me intentional about my thoughts and my mindset for the day.
- Expectations are LOWERED. My blogging, YL business, being a great wife, mother…to be perfect in all of these areas at the same time is highly unlikely, especially in this season of life we’re are in (or maybe ever?). So, I need to relax and except what I can control, manage my time, ask for help when I need it, and just do the best I can!
- Being more present with my kids and hubs. Since we’re all home more, I’m trying to take advantage of our time together. I’m trying to be diligent about carving out time designated time for work and play. When I’m with my kids I want to be present and they have my full undivided attention. Sure, there can be times if my daughter is watching a movie I can jump on my computer, but separating the two is important and actually makes me more productive and feel more connected when I’m with my loved ones.
- Using essential oils + CBD . My CBD Calm roll-on, diffusing and putting essential oils on topically has supported me so much with my overall mood, stress/anxiety, and sleep! It has also helped my kids sleep and when they have big feelings too!
- Putting down my phone. Scrollling the gram or facebook can be mindless and time comsuming. It’s important to me my kids aren’t seeing me stare at my phone all the time. I have to remind myself of this often because I use my phone for a lot of life’s daily tasks. If I put my phone in another room that helps too! It does feel good to disconnect and I need to model the behavior I preach!
xo, Shannon
