Many will agree that mothers are notorious for endlessly giving to others. What we’re not guilty of giving is enough grace to ourselves. As mothers, the needs of everyone around us come first. We put ourselves much further down the list. Our happiness is directly influenced by that of our family. The happier the people in our lives are, the more satisfied we are. Even when we recognize our needs, extending grace to ourselves when we need it is a challenge. Since our time with our children is so fleeting, our focus becomes doing everything possible to ensure their joy and stay in their orbit. We tend to forget that as our babies grow up, the reward is when their need for us matures into their want of our presence. When we do too much for others, we rob them of honing skills to create their own satisfaction in life.
Instead of doing all you can to ensure the show goes off without a hitch, every now and then, take a seat in the stands. Be dazzled as you witness what your family can do without your orchestrating the production. This Mother’s Day is the perfect time to remind ourselves that the world will not fall apart if we take a step back and enjoy the fruits of labor. Pat yourself on the back for doing the best you can to shape good human beings. Allow yourself to bask in your family’s appreciation by doing what your heart desires. Letting go of “should’ve, could’ve, and would’ve” if only for the day is a way to extend grace to ourselves. Mothers sometimes forget that we’re only human. Doing it all, all of the time, is unrealistic and unnecessary.
Moms, remember to show yourself love this Sunday. You deserve it.
Happy Mother’s Day!
