It is extremely important for mums to take control of the direction of their lives and and to take care of their own health and well being.
Self-care, otherwise known as 'time-out' or 'me time' should be introduced into your routine as a priority, and it should be enjoyed regularly.
Here are some invaluable tips to helping you make 'me time' a reality in your life.
Value Yourself: Value Your Time Do you constantly find yourself taking care of the needs of others but never your own? Why do you think this is? Do you value your self-worth and your own time, because allowing yourself to continue through life without self-fulfilment will have a detrimental affect on your health, well being and enjoyment of life.
If you never find time to satisfy your own needs, how can you truly value your own life? It is essential you take time out to relax, revitalise yourself and enjoy life! Ensure you leave enough time each week to enjoy some re-energising time-out! Take Care Of You Imagine if you ran on batteries and suddenly your power was drained.
How would your family cope? Before you completely burn out, make sure you look after your own wellbeing.
If you continue to neglect your own needs, you will become exhausted and resentful, leaving you and your family in an unhappy state.
Taking care of yourself will enable you to become a more energetic and enthusiastic mum - a great gift for your children! Utilise Your Diary If you find it difficult to remember to schedule your personal time, plan it into your diary.
If you arrange your days and weeks effectively, you will soon find time to enjoy personal activities such as going to the gym, spending time with friends or enjoying some relaxation.
Enjoy A Hobby Think back to before you had your family.
How many hobbies did you enjoy that you no longer do? The answer is probably plenty.
Taking up a hobby and actively pursuing it will boost your confidence, self-esteem and happiness.
It will also enable you to enjoy 'me time' whilst improving your personal well-being and fulfillment.
Make Your Time Quality Time Whatever you choose to do with your scheduled 'me time', ensure you make it your quality time.
Enjoy every minute of it and you will soon feel invigorated, refreshed and raring to go! Live with intention, not regret: make 'me time' your reality!