Mother’s Day is a very special event in the USA. Every year, nearly 84% of the population collectively spends more than $21 billion on gifts for the very special moms in their lives. Although moms are naturally extremely appreciative of whatever’s bestowed upon them, there is one gift many mothers secretly yearn for – some ‘me’ time. Apart from providing hard-working, dedicated moms with a much-needed break, some quality alone time can also decrease stress levels and boost overall wellbeing.
Enjoy an energy boost
If there is one thing nearly all moms are in desperate need of, it’s an energy boost. After a long day balancing a demanding job with family obligations, many moms simply don’t have the energy to focus on their own health and wellbeing. Taking time out from your everyday responsibilities to just relax is a great energy booster. Spending some quality ‘me’ time at a local spa can be particularly beneficial, as you will undoubtedly only return home feeling both physically and mentally revitalized and relaxed. Now is also the perfect time to plan a day of pampering as there are plenty of Mother’s Day spa specials to take advantage of.
Do the things that make you happy
One of the biggest benefits of spending some time on your own is getting to do all the things that make you happy. When you’re at home with the rest of the family, the chances are that you never get the chance to sit down and watch your favorite TV show. When you prepare meals, you more than likely forget about what you enjoy eating and instead cook with your family in mind. When you’re finally able to enjoy some ‘me’ time, you can do what makes YOU happy. You can watch what you want, and eat what you want. You can give yourself a facial or pedicure without fearing interruption, and even take that mid-morning nap you’ve been dreaming about. At the end of the day, it doesn’t matter how you spend your ‘me’ time, as long as what you do makes you happy.
You need to rediscover who you are
When you get to spend some time away from your family, even if only for a couple of hours, you will be presented with the opportunity to rediscover who you are as a person. As fulfilling as being a mom may be, it is important to remember who you are as an individual as well. When you don’t have to rush to pick the kids up from school or wonder what to make for dinner, you can pay some attention to yourself. Think of the woman you were before you became a mom. Do you still see her when you look in the mirror? Do you perhaps miss who you used to be? Have an open and honest conversation with yourself, and prioritize attending to your own needs as much as you do those of your family.
Having some well-deserved ‘me’ time is something almost all moms secretly yearn for. Remember that you should never feel guilty for appreciating time away from your family to just focus on yourself, as everyone will benefit if Mom is happier and more relaxed.
Resources:
https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2018/dec/26/relax-life-changing-how-to-find-comfort-zone
https://www.vivadayspa.com/specials/mothers-day/
https://www.shape.com/healthy-eating/diet-tips/how-eat-better-sleep