This post is sponsored by Youthful Addictions, an award winning spa in Puyallup, WA.
It’s a familiar feeling, the one where you feel your heart start pounding as the to-do list keeps growing. The one where you’ve been running your kids here and there and everywhere and your brain is spinning in every direction. It’s the same reason all those Hallmark movies recount the tale of someone going from the fast-paced life around them to the quiet countryside, farm, vineyard or small town.
We are all too busy.
How do you keep the stress from taking over? We think these 6 ways just might help.
Organize. Take the time to organize. This might mean a family command center, new bulletin board or color coded folders. If you take the time to put system into place your entire family can follow you will be so glad you did! When my house is a disaster (like it is right now!) I always know taking a few minutes to pickup always clears my brain and makes me feel like I can handle the day a bit better.
Don’t do it all. There are other people in your house with you. Delegate to them. No excuses. Kids can help with chores. Dad can jump in. Sit down and make a list and assign everyone something they can do. If it helps, create a chore chart or something that hangs on the fridge everyone can see. Remember, they might not do it just like you, but that’s okay.
Let it go. Things aren’t going to be perfect. Let perfection go.
Learn to say no. You can’t do everything. Learn to say no and stick to it. Own your choices and let others own their choices. You do not have to compare yourself to the mom next to you. It does not matter how many activities you are in or aren’t in. It doesn’t matter how many things you volunteer for or don’t volunteer for. Make the right choices for your family and then be at peace about your choice.
Personal time. Make sure you build in personal time. Whether you are taking time to drink your favorite coffee, read a book or just sit quietly with your eyes closed, it is an important time to refresh. Even 10 minutes can help.
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