You’ve had ‘em. I know, because I’ve had ‘em and I’m not that different than any other working mom out there. I’m talking about those days when, despite your best effort, nothing seems to go your way. You’re angry, annoyed, bitter, resentful and most of all exhausted.
It’s a lot like this throw-back song from Monica (gotta love a song that takes ya back!):
If you’re having one of them days, here are three quick tips to turn your day around:
Focus on what you can do.
There are just some days when feels like you can’t get much done, or at the very least, done well. You can’t find anything to wear. You can’t get 10 minutes of peace to work. You can’t get in touch with a client for a key project. You can’t figure out what to make for dinner. You can’t. You can’t. You can’t. On your roughest days, you may hold on to the “I can’t” attitude for dear life, as if it’s the lifeline that will save you from a hellish day. But in reality, it just sucks you further into a pit of negativity and frustration. To turn this around, make a choice to focus on what you can do. Stop fretting about what’s not getting done and turn your attention to what is getting done. Then, take it one step at a time.
Mind your business.
One of the fatal moves a mom makes is comparing her life to another mom’s life. When you’re having a rough day, you’re more inclined to peek into another mom’s backyard, admire her seemingly lush garden and long for it to be yours. Tend to your own garden please! Even the most beautiful garden must combat weeds and pesky bugs. Translation: Everyone has issues, so you may as well learn to handle your own.
Revel in the moment.
Most working moms are too forward thinking, which automatically creates imbalance in their work-life. In the midst of an especially hard day, your thinking might shift to “if only” or “someday,” as you long for a future as far away from your current situation as possible. While it’s important to set goals and think about your future, it’s equally as important to appreciate the moment you’re in – right now – especially when you’re having a terrible day. Even in the most challenging of times, there is good to be revealed but, you’ve got to open your eyes to it. Stop bitching complaining, and seek out of the goodness that’s already a part of your life.
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Excellent advice, and a great song choice!
Great post and wonderful advice, just the advice I need to pick me up again!