Monday, April 20, 2015

Moms it's ok to take time for you!

I used to live with the thought that I needed to take care of my family but in the end would neglect me.  Bad idea!  I realized the more I neglected me the "worse" I became as a mom, wife, sister, friend.  It is not selfish to take time to care for you and I think too many moms feel this way.

Moms think so much of their family that they forget about their own well being. They do not see themselves as a prime aspect. They think of the family; as long as everyone else is happy, then they are happy. This is selfless, but it is not surprising since it is has always defined the quintessential female parent. After a long day of work, she will go back home to take care the kids and fuss over her husband. As a mom, this is noble and oh so endearing. However, you need to remember that in the grand scheme of this, you matter. You therefore need to think of yourself more, because surely you deserve that, at least.

Health and fitness and moms are three things that remain irrevocably tied. Think about all the days that you spend working, in the office and at home. The level of stress it can cause is incredible. However, there is an advantage in finding a way to unwind, and this has nothing to do with a glass of wine or even the television set. You need something more intensive to relax your muscles and relieve tension that has been building up for seemingly ages. A little exercise goes a long way in helping you face each arduous task with joy.

Your ultimate goal is to be a better mom, friend and wife. Concentrating on your health and fitness gives you the motivation to keep at it. Studies show that exercising, resting enough and eating right, not only boosts your health but also improves your moods. In addition, if you are a new mom, exercises will help you avoid the attendant increase in weight and the baby fat that comes along with it.

There is nothing to lose and a lot to gain from thinking of your own self. You deserve it. Your family deserves it too. Think of it this way, if you are unhappy, they become unhappy.

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