Finding ME Time (Parenting Life)
Finding ME Time as a parent is never easy. Parenting life in general. With 3 children and a husband, I am finding it hard to find a few minutes to myself. There is always something to do, from helping with homework, after school activities, a busy toddler, taking care of husband and my home. How can I find ME time?
All At Once
What has made things extra busy lately, is we are taking the kids to Disney for the first time and second, we are moving a week after we return! A bit crazy, but it just happened this way. I am starting to feel a bit claustrophobic, from all the moving boxes and luggages. But I am happy to say I am just about done packing for our trip and most things are packed for moving.
Taking A Break
Lately, I have been reading blog posts, about taking a break from blogging or just a break from life, in general. Sometimes we tend to overwork ourselves and it is totally fine to take a break. There is that saying, “work hard, play hard.” I definitely agree with that but you also need a reset for a fresh start. A healthy mind and a relaxed body works a lot better. Without rest, there is no energy to put in productive work. Only you know when you need a break. It could be a day off from work, cleaning, working out or even cooking!
Take IT!
When you need a break, take it! I am super exhausted with everything going on right now but I know I will be taking a much needed break! I am going to enjoy vacation and when I return I will be busy again with the move to our new place. However, the time will come to enjoy a day or two or 3 of me time. A reset for me starts with a walk. Enjoying my time outdoors, enjoying the fresh air and really enjoying my surroundings. Staring at a computer/phone for hours and being indoors for long periods of time is exhausting. Keeping a routine is great but we all need a break to do ABSOLUTELY NOTHING!
How To Take a Break
- Spa Day
- Read a book
- Take a walk
- Watch a movie/show
- Play a board game
- Take a break from electronics
- Soak in the sun (now that it’s spring/)
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How do you take a break and for how long?
Thank you!
I hope you have a wonderful well earned holiday and all goes smoothly for your move. You are right making time to de stress and chill is essential.
Thank you so much!
Ahhhh…..a break. I remember when mine came at 8pm when all was quiet. lol. When my hubby worked out of town and my little dude was only about 3 or 4 years old, I hired a babysitter for every Tuesday evening….four hours. I took that time to shop or linger over coffee with a friend. It was a lifesaver. Azilde, some parents don’t realize how important breaks are….so this is a great reminder.
Thanks Faye. Even one day out of the week is important. I have been craving me time and definitely need it. You are right, it is super important. Thank you ??
Yes. It’ll keep you sane. Enjoy it when you get it…don’t clean –just relax and enjoy. xo
Thank you so much ??
This is so important:)
Agreed! ?
Me time is absolutely important
Hope you enjoy your holiday and dont beat yourself to hard, it’s okay to take a break from a lot of things
Thank you so much! I appreciate it ??