I don’t know about you, but I stopped waiting on people to make me happy. I just treat myself when the need arises. I’ve found that for my self care, it is the little things that matter. So, recently I bought my favorite perfume (Light Blue by Dolce and Gabana) and got my hair done. I didn’t wait on a man or for my birthday to come (which is coming soon). I just did it myself. This post is to encourage you to find your little things to do for your self care.
Why you must prioritize your self care
Self care is so important to us as single moms. You must learn to treat yourself AND give yourself what you need. Now, some might say, “That’s not blog worthy!” Oh, but it is! So many women battle with the guilt of treating themselves. Me! Not a problem. I had to learn this along the way, of course. And that is what I want for you- to splurge on you when you need it. Selfcare and the single mom is a topic I will discuss until I’m blue in the face because we need it. Our to do list is 20 items longer than our mothers of tester year. They had a lot to do, but we live in a different time and most of us run homes alone. Self care is necessary.
Self Care: How do you love on you?
So, tell me, what is it that you love to do, but haven’t done in a while? Now, answer why is that? It’s the weekend babay! (As the saying goes) Get yourself penciled in on your calendar and live honey! You are an Overcomer and Overcomers are fabulous! You deserve it. Afterall, it’s the little things that matter. As a single mom, we take care of everyone else. At home, at work, at church, our extended family! It never ends. Listen, it’s okay to take care of you. I feel a “Mommy Break” coming for some ladies out there. Freedom! And your break doesn’t have to be long. It could be watching a movie (without questions or solving the mystery of who hit who), getting a facial or a massage alone or with the girls, buying yourself a new dress, OR shoes!!! (Now shoes! That’s my Achilles heel) But, back to you living a little and taking care of you. Pay the bills, take care of the kids, get a sitter, and do something nice for you.
Some single mom somewhere: “But, my kids deserve it all, and I can’t afford a movie right now!” Whatever the logic may be to starve you and feed others, eradicate it. Rent a movie from the library. Sign up at Redbox for a free one. Just do something besides wish for the day when… It won’t come. Today is the day you need to live.
Life’s tough girlfriend. Take a break so you can stand up to it all. I know…
Do It Anyway!
I wrote this post early on in my blogging career. Check this one out for a few more tips and why I now prioritize self care weekly.
