As a kid, I thought anything over 40 was old and here I am turning “47” 😂
The years have gone fast…especially after having my kids. Sometimes these last 11 years have been blurred. Blurred to the point where hours, days, and weeks just melt together and only thing that directs me is my calendar. A calendar filled with practices, games, school obligations, etc.
So, this year, my birthday gift to myself (and my family) is building a better me. Slowing down to re-energize and reconnect. Slowing down to be the best I can be. It will be hard, but making these changes or being more consistent doing them will benefit us all!
🎈30 minutes of “me”time each day. This can be spent reading or watching a show on TV. It could be soaking in the tub. Anything where the time is spent enjoying and relaxing…not working and definitely without my IPhone. This will be harder than it seems. I always feel the need to be “doing”.
🎈Remembering to take 10 deep breaths before responding when upset or frustrated. Sometimes my reactions are too raw. I need to remember to think before I speak.
🎈Focusing on what is important. For me, that means God, my family, and friends.
🎈Working out daily…5 days a week. Physical activity not only benefits me, but those around me. I am more present, refreshed, and energized after working out. Plus, pre-menopausal pounds are slowing trying to pack on…and I refuse to lose that battle.
🎈Planning special days each month where we spend time as a family . It could be a game night or hike. Nothing fancy and certainly no technology. This is something we do…but not consistently.
🎈Making sure to spend 1:1 time with each person of my family. I love date nights with each of the members of my family!
🎈Getting enough sleep. Who am I fooling? I need 8 hours minimum.
🎈Learning to let things go. It is OK that my house isn’t perfect and tidy each day. It is fine if dinner isn’t picture perfect. At the end of the day, it is all about balance.
Maybe being more mindful and taking these small steps will help slow things down. Life is too precious not to try😘😘
Life in Snippets 