Bye-Bye Burnout! Daily Rountines to help Moms Ditch Stress

 Today’s Moms wear many hats, chef, chauffer, diplomat, and often, the family CEO. It’s no wonder that feeling stressed and on the verge of burnout can take a toll on a Mom mental health. But it doesn’t have to be this way.
          By implementing intentional stress- reducing habits into your daily life, you can transform your days from chaotic to controlled, and from exhausting to empowering. The key isn’t finding more hours in the day, but rather optimizing the hours you have. Here are 4 tips to help you avoid burn-out:
TIP#1: MORNING POWER: Before you begin your day, make a small window of time to focus on self care. Think about peace, try a quick strength exercise, mindful breathing, or sipping your coffee in peace. These mental and physical activities will prepare you mentally for the day ahead , instead of reacting to it;
TIP#2 STRATEGIC PRIORITIZATION:
Don't let your day dictate you, instead dictate your day. Devote a few minutes to strategically plan out your activities in effort to avoid frantic energy. Before bed or first thing in the morning, write down your top 3 priorities for that day. Use a planner or a note on your phone to provide clarity and reduce decision fatigue;
TIP#3 EFFICIENT EVENING: As the saying goes:” Prior preparation prevent poor performance. Preparing for tomorrow, as well as simultaneously tackling today can bring order to your day.
TIP #4 MINDFUL WIND-DOWN & SLEEP HYGIENE: Before going to bed turn off screens, enjoy a warm bath or shower, relax by reading a book, or listening to soothing music. Creating a consistent bedtime pattern can significantly improve sleep quality, leaving you energize and ready to tackle the next day.
    Implementing these routines won’t happen overnight, but with small, consistent steps they can help towards a less stressful, and a more joyful Motherhood.
       We love to here from you.Share your tips in the comment below.