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You can't do it all all the time. Let some of the rubber balls bounce.
Self-Care: Do you have decisions you are avoiding? Give yourself a due date, and remember done is better than perfect.
Family Fun: Yard Work! Ha!
You are exactly the right human to be alive right now. I am so glad you are here.
Christy
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You're The Right Mom For Your Kids: Bite Size Pep Talks Just For You by Christy Thomas
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Are you holding your breath? Let's pause for a moment and check in with our bodies together.
You are doing the best you can. Give yourself a hug. Enjoy the early morning birds with me.
Learn more about doing a bird sit-- from the Audubon Society.
You are on a journey. You get to grow and change too. You get to reach for the stars.
You are doing the best you can with what you know and feel.
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You're The Right Mom For Your Kids: Bite Size Pep Talks Just For You by Christy Thomas
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Are you holding your breath? Let's pause for a moment and check in with our bodies together.
You are doing the best you can. Give yourself a hug.
To learn more about hugs listen to Friday episode #377
Keep Calm Mother On! with Christy Thomas: 377. More Hugs! (libsyn.com)
You are on a journey. You get to grow and change too. You get to reach for the stars.
You are doing the best you can with what you know and feel.
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How do you feel about hugs?
Self-Care: Try out the Breathe With Me Episode #185
Family Fun: Hug Tag@
You are exactly the right human to be alive right now. I am so glad you are here.
Christy
Grab a copy of Christy's Book-- You are the Right Mom: Bite Size Pep Talks Just For You: https://amzn.to/3RnNQBY
Find me on Instagram: Christy Thomas — Coach for Exhausted Moms (@everyday_christy) • Instagram photos and videos .Don't forget to leave a rating or review.
Email me [email protected]
Don't hesitate to reach out for coaching with Christy: Coaching (christythomascoaching.com) -
You're The Right Mom For Your Kids: Bite Size Pep Talks Just For You by Christy Thomas
Want to try a coaching call-- sign up for a free 30-minute call: https://calendly.com/christythomas/exploratory-call-free
Are you holding your breath? Let's pause for a moment and check in with our bodies together.
You are doing the best you can with what you know and feel.
You are on a journey. You get to grow and change too. You get to reach for the stars.
You are doing the best you can with what you know and feel.
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This episode was recorded on the couch with Christy having her morning coffee, heart to heart, shoulder to shoulder with you.
What would you do if you only had one day? One week? One month? One Year? One Decade?
You have exactly the right time for the work that is yours.
Self-Care: Journal on those questions. Let your heart show you what work is yours and only yours.
Family Fun: Learn about the eclipse! How are they made? Make one inside safely with an orange/apple, basketball and flashlight.
You are exactly the right human to be alive right now. I am so glad you are here.
Christy
Grab a copy of Christy's Book-- You are the Right Mom: Bite Size Pep Talks Just For You: https://amzn.to/3RnNQBY
Find me on Instagram: Christy Thomas — Coach for Exhausted Moms (@everyday_christy) • Instagram photos and videos .Don't forget to leave a rating or review.
Email me [email protected]
Don't hesitate to reach out for coaching with Christy: Coaching (christythomascoaching.com) -
I love you. I am proud of you. I am proud for you. You are special to me. You are smart! You are handsome. You are beautiful. You are so cool!
Family Fun-- Get outside and enjoy spring flowers!
Self-Care: Smile at yourself and say I love you whenever you see yourself in a mirror this week.
Grab a copy of Christy's Book-- You are the Right Mom: Bite Size Pep Talks Just For You: https://amzn.to/3RnNQBY
Find me on Instagram: Christy Thomas — Coach for Exhausted Moms (@everyday_christy) • Instagram photos and videos .Don't forget to leave a rating or review.
Email me [email protected]
Don't hesitate to reach out for coaching with Christy: Coaching (christythomascoaching.com) -
You're The Right Mom For Your Kids: Bite Size Pep Talks Just For You by Christy Thomas
Want to try a coaching call-- sign up for a free 30-minute call: https://calendly.com/christythomas/exploratory-call-free
Are you holding your breath? Let's pause for a moment and check in with our bodies together.
Use this meditation to take a nap.
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374. Read for Pleasure!
Find books that help you read for fun. Read shame free!
Not sure how to enjoy reading again? Start with picture books!
Get nostagic-- check out this list of books from Reading Rainbow. https://www.goodreads.com/list/show/23986.Reading_Rainbow_Featured_Books
I read with Libby for free audiobooks from my library. I read with EverAnd which has a a monthly fee access to books my library doesn't have. I also use Audbile to read audiobooks with my kids.
https://libbyapp.com/interview/welcome#doYouHaveACard
EverAnd
Try out Audible for 30 days-- https://amzn.to/3vmYctA
I use these earbuds with noise canceling- I usually wear them with one earbud in at a time. Mine are mint green!
https://amzn.to/495a0Pc
I also read ebooks using the Libby or Kindle apps. Libby can send ebooks to my Kindle as a library loan. I own a Kindle Oasis that's about five years old.
Check out this Kindle Paperwhite-- it's waterproof! https://amzn.to/3TtzZdl
Self-Care Read for PLEASURE
Family Fun: Dance to the Bunny Hop song or play HeadsUp!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R7rQVQNReAE
Grab a copy of Christy's Book-- You are the Right Mom: Bite Size Pep Talks Just For You: https://amzn.to/3RnNQBY
Find me on Instagram: Christy Thomas — Coach for Exhausted Moms (@everyday_christy) • Instagram photos and videos .Don't forget to leave a rating or review.
Email me [email protected]
Don't hesitate to reach out for coaching with Christy: Coaching (christythomascoaching.com) -
You're The Right Mom For Your Kids: Bite Size Pep Talks Just For You by Christy Thomas
Want to try a coaching call-- sign up for a free 30-minute call: https://calendly.com/christythomas/exploratory-call-free
Are you holding your breath? Let's pause for a moment and check in with our bodies together.
Look around and find a color and notice it like an alien that is brand new to planet Earth.
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**Key Points:**
1. **Prioritize Self-Care**: We emphasize the importance of prioritizing self-care as a foundation for balancing relaxation with caregiving. Self-care is not selfish; it's essential for maintaining physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
2. **Establish Boundaries**: Setting boundaries around your time and energy is crucial for maintaining balance. Learn to say no to activities or commitments that drain your energy and prioritize activities that replenish you.
3. **Practice Mindfulness**: Incorporate mindfulness practices into your daily routine to cultivate a sense of presence and awareness. Mindful activities such as meditation, deep breathing exercises, or simply being present in the moment can help reduce stress and promote relaxation.
4. **Schedule Downtime**: Make time for intentional downtime during Spring Break. Block off periods in your schedule for relaxation activities such as reading, taking a bath, or simply doing nothing.
5. **Engage in Activities You Enjoy**: Identify activities that bring you joy and make time for them during Spring Break. Whether it's spending time outdoors, pursuing a hobby, or connecting with loved ones, prioritize activities that nourish your soul.
6. **Delegate and Share Responsibilities**: Don't hesitate to ask for help or delegate tasks to family members. Share caregiving responsibilities with your partner, children, or other caregivers to lighten your load and create space for relaxation.
7. **Set Realistic Expectations**: Recognize that you can't do it all, and that's okay. Set realistic expectations for yourself and let go of perfectionism. Focus on what's truly important and give yourself permission to prioritize your well-being.
**Conclusion:**
Finding balance between relaxation and caregiving is essential for moms during Spring Break. By prioritizing self-care, establishing boundaries, practicing mindfulness, and engaging in activities you enjoy, you can create a more fulfilling and balanced life for yourself and your family.**Additional Resources:**
-- Breathe With Me Episodes every Tuesday!
Family Fun-- Plan a local adventure for Spring Break. Talk about it now and build anticipation.
**Stay Connected:**
Follow us on social media (@everydaychristy) for more tips and resources on finding balance and relaxation as a mom. Don't forget to subscribe to our podcast for future episodes on topics related to family wellness and self-care. -
You're The Right Mom For Your Kids: Bite Size Pep Talks Just For You by Christy Thomas
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Are you holding your breath? Let's pause for a moment and check in with our bodies together.
Practice sitting with feelings and cuddling a puppy and kitten.
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The Great Self-Care Experiement-- Float Tank
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4219027/
Self-Care Decide and plan a brand new self-care moment in the next 60 days. DM me and tell me about it.
Family Fun: Celebreate Pi Day on March 14th!
Grab a copy of Christy's Book-- You are the Right Mom: Bite Size Pep Talks Just For You: https://amzn.to/3RnNQBY
Find me on Instagram: Christy Thomas — Coach for Exhausted Moms (@everyday_christy) • Instagram photos and videos .Don't forget to leave a rating or review.
Email me [email protected]
Don't hesitate to reach out for coaching with Christy: Coaching (christythomascoaching.com)https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4219027/
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You're The Right Mom For Your Kids: Bite Size Pep Talks Just For You by Christy Thomas
Want to try a coaching call-- sign up for a free 30-minute call: https://calendly.com/christythomas/exploratory-call-free
Are you holding your breath? Let's pause for a moment and check in with our bodies together.
Take a self-compassion break multiple times a day using timers and post-it notes.
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Want to try a coaching call-- sign up for a free 30-minute call: https://calendly.com/christythomas/exploratory-call-free
4 Hurdles to Being a Good Enough Mom
1-- You constantly doubt yourself. You don't have a belief that you are exactly the right mom for your kids
2-- Motherhood is serious all the time. You always strive for perfection for yourself and your family. You never let down your hair and admit to mistakes or have fun.
3--Motherhood is for lone wolves. You don't have community; you need community.
4--You think you're superwoman. You are human. Let yourself be human. Give yourself some slack.
Self-Care: Journal about all of the people you have in your life. Who is your community? Plan ideas on how to connect with those people in the next 30-90 days.
Family Fun: Creative Chaos-- Messy Art Day!
Grab a copy of Christy's Book-- You are the Right Mom: Bite Size Pep Talks Just For You: https://amzn.to/3RnNQBY
Find me on Instagram: Christy Thomas — Coach for Exhausted Moms (@everyday_christy) • Instagram photos and videos .Don't forget to leave a rating or review.
Email me [email protected]
Don't hesitate to reach out for coaching with Christy: Coaching (christythomascoaching.com) -
You're The Right Mom For Your Kids: Bite Size Pep Talks Just For You by Christy Thomas
Want to try a coaching call-- sign up for a free 30-minute call: https://calendly.com/christythomas/exploratory-call-free
Are you holding your breath? Let's pause for a moment and check in with our bodies together.
Take out your fingers and spell A-M-O-R-E
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You're The Right Mom For Your Kids: Bite Size Pep Talks Just For You by Christy Thomas
Want to try a coaching call-- sign up for a free 30-minute call: https://calendly.com/christythomas/exploratory-call-free
Are you holding your breath? Let's pause for a moment and check in with our bodies together.
What do you appreciate about you?
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You're The Right Mom For Your Kids: Bite Size Pep Talks Just For You by Christy Thomas
Want to try a coaching call-- sign up for a free 30-minute call: https://calendly.com/christythomas/exploratory-call-free
Are you holding your breath? Let's pause for a moment and check in with our bodies together.
This is a try on affirmations that lead us to see ourselves as wonderful exactly as we are.
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You're The Right Mom For Your Kids: Bite Size Pep Talks Just For You by Christy Thomas
Want to try a coaching call-- sign up for a free 30-minute call: https://calendly.com/christythomas/exploratory-call-free
Are you holding your breath? Let's pause for a moment and check in with our bodies together.
This is a practice where we envision a garden in our hearts.
You're The Right Mom For Your Kids: Bite Size Pep Talks Just Fo
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You're The Right Mom For Your Kids: Bite Size Pep Talks Just For You by Christy Thomas
Want to try a coaching call-- sign up for a free 30-minute call: https://calendly.com/christythomas/exploratory-call-free
Laughter Tracker
Love Note Tracker
Self-Care: Write love notes to yourself
Family Fun: Leave random hearts around your neighborhood sidewalks.
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