|
Author: Rebecca White Article source: http://articles.dealofday.com/. Used with author's permission.
Being a mom can take a toll on your body, your mind, and your soul. I know I am a mom to 3 wonderful but hyper boys ages 11, 9 and 3 and there are days where I really need to take a break from everything that goes on around me.
Sometimes though when you are blue its really hard to know what to do to bring yourself out of that "mom blues funk".
So I created a short list of things that I like to do when I just need those few minutes to rejuvenate myself and help me refocus on what is important to me and my life.
* Have a journal that you can write down things that are bothering you, get it off your chest so that it doesn't interfere with anything else. Read it once a month to see if you were able to deal with the problems or feelings you had at that time.
* VIEW yourself as attractive, beautiful-and you'll project that impression to others.
* Work at developing a positive attitude. You'll feel happier, more in control, and you'll radiate high self-esteem.
* Start viewing problems as challenges that you can overcome and learn from.
* Associate with positive successful people. Optimism and success are contagious.
* Alleviate stress with a relaxation technique such as meditation or yoga. Or simply do a 60 second deep breathing exercise 5-6 times a day.
* Do aerobic exercise daily to relieve tension and boost energy.
* Limit alcohol and caffeine intake. Alcohol can leave you feeling sluggish: too much caffeine can trigger restlessness and irritability.
* Learn to set priorities, saying "no" to nonessential activities. Can you do this one? I have a hard time saying no.....
* Eat healthy, choosing foods from the four food groups: dairy, protein, fruit/vegetable, and grains. Eating healthy gives us the energy! Don't skip breakfast even if you don't have time you can grab a piece of toast and an apple.
* Avoid drastic weight loss programs. Instead, combine aerobic exercise with an eating plan that limits fat intake. Do not go under 30 grams of fat a day though even if trying to lose weight, we need some fat in our bodies or our bodies will think it is starving and save all those calories instead of letting you burn them off.
I don't expect you to do this list all at once. That would be adding just one more stress to your life. Read over the list again and choose the ones that are most important to you now. Once you have accomplished what you chose to work on then move on to another one that is important to you. Rebecca White
WAHM with 3 wonderful boys ages 11, 9 and 3
Moderator for Body and Soul on http://www.babyuniversity.com
And Owner of http://www.Advantagemarketing4u.com
Taken from her Ebook "Time for Moms"
Email her to purchase a copy.
webmaster@advantagemarketing4u.com
10 Common-sense Self Defense Tips For Men
Since most men may be attacked in almost any situation and for a wide-ranging variety of reasons I offer the following advice. Here is a list of ten simple thin...
Why You Buy
Why do existing Mercedes owners pay $7,000 more for the same car as new buyers? The latest research shows that we aren't as rational as we think. Profit and pro...
The Life and Music of Beatle George Harrison
A short account of George Harrison's life as a Beatle and afterwards, mentioning Ravi Shankar and other people in his life.
What Are Those Golf Ball Dimples All About?
This article describes the origin of golf ball dimples...
African Safari Photography Best Five Destinations
A list of the places in Africa where the wildlife spotting potential is high enough to enable good animal picture opportunities.
The Professor Makes A Minus Power Move
The department chair had an opportunity to invigorate his department; he was energized by the prospects. The Dean turned down his proposal, and the department c...
Container Gardening Indoors and Outdoors
This article shows you how to use container gardening for color, mini gardens and placement to add brightness and interest to your gardens. A tutorial on the ma...
Should We Apologize To Our Children?
If our children grow up with the experience of apology and forgiveness within the family, they will be far better equipped to deal with the relationships they w...
Network Marketing Training - The Sounds of Extraordinary MLM Success
What do the Sounds of Success sound like when negative folks show up? That is when Success starts! How do you respond to negatives? Read on!
Credit Card Merchant Account Basics
Knowing which credit card merchant account to get can be very confusing. There are thousands and thousands of banks, merchant account providers and third party ...
When to Exchange Links with Other Website
Insight into when and why you would trade links with other websites. An unsolicited link exchange request that you receive in the email is usually suspect at be...
The Most Under-Rated Aspect of Weightloss
When you learn about the wonderful power of water...you can use these simple tips to turbo charge your weight loss program.
Top 10 Things Every Business Should Provide for Every Worker - Including the Boss!
Doing business and meeting the needs of workers is increasingly complex. Employees and managers often prefer a cafeteria-list of fringe benefits (a "flexible sp...
Health Savings Accounts (HSA): Do I Still Submit My Bills to Insurance When Using HSA Money?
The Health Savings Account (HSA) is proving to be an excellent tool to help Americans reduce the cost of health insurance. This article examines whether or not...
3 No-Fail Strategies for Promoting Your Business
Learn the 3 basic prospecting magnets that will help you win more business, generate more leads and gain more clients.
Top Ten Ways to Promote Your Website When the Traffic Dries Up
Traffic Generation Tips to Jump Start Your Website Stats and Increase Your Targeted Visitors
Offline and Online Casino Gambling
Online casino gambling has the same games as an Indian or a Las Vegas casino. You can play black jack, poker, roulette, baccarat, craps and other games and you ...
Weight Loss After Pregnancy - The Final Word
One point can't be emphasized enough. Weight loss takes time after pregnancy. A sensible goal would be to lose 1-2 pounds per week, particularly if you are look...
National Adoption Awareness Month
November is National Adoption Awareness Month. This article highlights the statistics of children in foster care who are waiting for permanent homes, as well a...
Jesus in the Thrift Shop
After 15 years, a daughter finally understands the story her mother wanted her to tell.
Affiliate Alternative; Google Adsense
The Rise and Fall of Affiliate Programs Affiliate programs were once a great source of online revenue, a savvy webmaster with an eye for marketing could easily ...
Right-Hand Techniques for New Age Piano
Explains various methods for playing the piano using just the right-hand.
To Measure or Not to Measure... Do Men Really Worry About Size?
Scientific studies show that there really are ways to enlarge the penis. Size might not make a difference, but it is important for some men's self-esteem.
Your Mind: Artist Tool Or A Lethal Weapon?
I looked above my head to see why my fall to earth wasn't being slowed. Above me was a malfunctioned parachute in what had been described to me in class as a "M...
|
Print this page