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The Ultimate Guide to MacGyvering Your Way Through a Tough Day as a Mum

It can be difficult to balance the demands of being a mom with your own needs. The day never seems to be long enough, and sometimes you just want to relax.

By Reto BachofnerPublished 5 years ago 4 min read
The Ultimate Guide to MacGyvering Your Way Through a Tough Day as a Mum
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But, unfortunately, you can't because the dishes are in the sink or groceries are on the counter. Does this sound familiar? We have some great advice on how to achieve this! See what strategies might be most effective for you in our blog post!

A mother's job is one of the most challenging jobs on earth

It can be challenging to cope with the emotional experience of being a mother, and many mothers also struggle with negative emotions. 

The experience of being a mother will be more enjoyable if you learn to deal with these feelings instead of suppressing them. Learn some empowering techniques that will help you feel more relaxed. As a result, you will better manage your own emotions and be less reactive or anxious in general.

Being a mum and how to become more relaxed as a mum

The stress that comes with being a mother can be enormous.

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If you're feeling like being a mum is taking over your life, we've got a tip to help make things easier for you.

It is one of the best things a new parent can do for themselves to de-stress and unwind with an activity they enjoy. 

They may also spend quality time alone with their partner. We all need downtime to stay healthy and happy, even parents with endless tasks.

When you are a mother, how do you feel emotionally?

As a mother, you're constantly putting yourself in other people's shoes, and that's a lot of responsibility. But, to keep everyone else happy, you must maintain harmony so that they can focus on what makes them happy. 

To keep things calm, you may find yourself having to sacrifice your own needs.

Keeping your own needs and emotions in check as a mother can be challenging.

Mothers often feel they no longer have time for themselves. Even worse, their kids or partners might not understand why they need some alone time. To them, it seems selfish!

How do mothers deal with negative emotions? What are their feelings to "struggle" with?

A mother is expected to be a pillar of strength in times when her children need it most. Yet, despite this, she understands that negative emotions will not help and needs to push them aside for the sake of her child.

As a mother, you are expected to be solid and supportive. But what happens when you feel like breaking down?

You might think that feeling weak is not okay, but we all do. Talking about your feelings with someone or writing them down in a diary is the only way out of this vicious circle.

Keeping a journal and using other techniques will help you learn how to manage negative emotions. Next time they hit, you'll know exactly how to handle them without negatively impacting your child.

Change your own perspective

It's hard to change your perspective sometimes. But remember that you have the power to do it yourself!

Even if it seems like you're stuck in the same old patterns, look for ways to change your perspective. Remember that giving yourself control over things is empowering and can be rewarding!

Finding new perspectives may seem difficult at first, but don't give up. You might be surprised by how good they are. When you feel wrong about something, try looking at it from a different perspective. Looking at how others are doing can sometimes help you see your situation in a new light.

Is there an ultimate plan for mothers to calm down in any situation?

No. Every situation is different, and another tactic is necessary to master the task.

Here are some methods you can use to calm down.

Some effective methods for mums to relax

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De-stress and unwind with an activity you enjoy or by spending time alone with your partner.

It may seem like we're buried under tasks as parents, but downtime is crucial for maintaining good health and happiness!

  • Spend time with your partner
  • Do an activity you enjoy
  • Journal about it (external Affiliate-Link to Amazon)
  • Seek emotional support from others, connect with other Mums
  • Be aware of your own thoughts and feelings as being okay
  • Take a bubble bath
  • Listen to music
  • Stay in touch with friends and family via social media
  • Read a book or magazine article

Learn how to manage your feelings and emotions - talk about them! Remember that being emotionally intense is being able to feel anything, not just good things.

It's okay to feel all kinds of emotions as a mother. However, you may need an extra dose of self-compassion at times. When times get tough, you can be more forgiving and kind to yourself.

Why mothers must not forget themselves

As a mother, especially if you are working full-time, it's hard to take care of the house while still minding the kids. So you have to find time for your family and yourself.

Being a mother can be challenging and time-consuming. You should find a balance between your duties as a mother and those for the family at home. You also need some time for yourself by going out or doing something that's just "you."

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