Let’s be real, motherhood is amazing but it is also HARD. The mental, emotional, and physical demands of motherhood is NO JOKE! It doesn’t matter if you work, stay home full time or are somewhere in between, we all experience those moments where we ask ourselves “Can I really do this mom thing?”
First off, I want to tell you that you are not alone in the challenge and struggle that is motherhood. As a mom of four who works at home while staying home-- I get the crazy-- I pretty much live it! But, I have been able to avoid the burnout by implementing these tips I am about to share with you! d
I’LL BE COVERING 5 SIMPLE TOOLS TO IMPLEMENT RIGHT NOW TO CULTIVATE JOY IN MOTHERHOOD.
As a mom who had four littles in five years, I know a little something about the chaos of motherhood. One second you are finally sitting down for a quiet moment and the next you are running around the house frantically trying to figure out where your child might have pooped in the house as they wander into the family room without a diaper on. Seriously, mom life is such a trip.
Once I started staying home full time after my second was born, it became real clear that I was going to get burnt out real fast if I didn’t figure out how to take care of myself and my needs while also raising my littles. Which brings me to….
Secret #1: start a gratitude practice
Seriously it is easy to get wrapped up in poopy diapers, dirty floors, and feeding schedules we forget to notice the amazing life we are living. Listing 3-10 things a day can change your life and your perspective real quick. Choosing joy and gratitude in the mundane of motherhood is 100% your choice.
Secret #2: read or say affirmations daily
What we tell ourself and the thoughts we think over and over again shape our reality. If we are constantly telling ourselves things like “we can’t afford that!” or “I am a horrible mom” our subconscious brain will actively look for instances to prove these thoughts. (this can get really deep and complicated but just trust me on this— what you say matters!)
Secret #3: complete a daily top one/three
Fun fact, it has been said that women tend to have “spaghetti” type brain where we think about all sorts of stuff at once, managing lists, to dos, need to get done, appointments, meals, schedules, and so forth..basically all the things. Men on the other hand have a road type brain where they think about one thing. Crazy right? Having a top one/two/three list that you would like to get done or accomplished that day will help keep you focused and more likely to actually get the thing done you said you wanted to get done in the first place!
Secret #4: movement & meditation
These two are my sanity savers. Moving my body every day is how I stay sane as a mom. When I am woken up multiple times a night and morning comes I feel edgy and annoyed. Working out allows me to burn off that anger and annoyance and show up a better mom for my kids. Meditation is a place to allow stillness. We are always moving and going. When we are still we are able to reset our entire nervous system and mental and emotional field. Real life: meditation for me is laying down and my kids running around me or sitting on top of me. Sometimes I get it in alone but sometimes I don’t. Either way I am creating a space for myself to rest and let stillness in.
Secret #5: end of day practice
How you end your day, sets you up for the next day. Asking yourself “How did the day go? What went well? What did I learn? Where can I show up differently tomorrow?” are just a few great questions to ask yourself as you are ending the night. We are constantly learning, evolving and growing…taking time to actually process and acknowledge it is incredibly beneficial.
If after reading this blog post and you don’t know where to start, I got you. Together we can cultivate more joy in as little as 14 days!
CULTIVATE JOY 14 Day Challenge
IF YOU ARE LOOKING TO:
FEEL MORE JOY IN MOTHERHOOD
BE MORE PRESENT
RELEASE THE MOM GUILT
EXPAND YOUR PATIENCE
DECREASE STRESS
THEN THIS 14 DAY CHALLENGE IS FOR YOU!
The Cultivate Joy 14 Day Challenge is Simple!
Register for the challenge
Print your journal and affirmation sheets
Watch the mini-trainings (delivered through email every other day!)
Use the daily journal and watch as you start to create more space for joy in your daily life!
By completing these four simple steps, you will slowly watch beauty unfold in your every day life. With 10 minutes and about $1 a day you have the power to completely change your life. You were meant to live an amazing, joyful, and fulfilled life and it starts with one simple step and one small daily action.
This is NOT your typical challenge! It includes:
Daily journal with brain re-wiring affirmations
Weekly Tracking Sheet for accountability
Simple and Easy to follow action steps/guidance
8 Mini Trainings on the following topics:
One Small Promise
Feeling Feelings
Thought Patterns
Words and their Power
Triggers
The M’s
The Joy List
Bonus Video Content
“I instantly fell in love with this guided journal. It keeps me grounded while prepping for and navigating my busy week. It creates a space for me to be intentional at the beginning of each day and reflect back at the end of the day. The additional sections for affirmations, gratitude and positivity make this journal really special and unique.”
“This challenge went really good!! I feel way less anxious then I did before starting it. Taking a little time each day to pause and set intentions and what you are thankful for sets up a better day!”
“I found it especially helpful as a newbie to affirmations & journaling. The setup is great for a quick, mindful practice and it gives just enough prompting that I'm not sitting there wondering what to write.”
FAQ
How does the challenge work? You get an email confirmation and then automated emails for two weeks with trainings, journal questions and bonus content.
When does the challenge start? The challenge starts as soon as you register and get the email! It is self guided and automated so you get the content throughout the 14 days.
What happens after the challenge? After the challenge you will be get a special invitation to explore other offerings at Illuminated Mom.