Dealing with Burnout in your private life..

In our day-to-day lives, we often think of burnout as something that only happens at our jobs. In actuality, burnout can occur anywhere. Moms can experience burnout from dealing with the kids, the chores, and even their spouse.

Today, I want to talk about what you can do to take a few stolen minutes for yourself.

Every day, set aside 5 to 10 minutes for yourself to start your healing journey. I don’t care if the kitchen is on fire or your spouse is complaining about something they can do themselves. Take a deep breath and repeat: I need a few minutes to regroup.

I can’t be my best or give you my best if I am drowning.

Trust me, I know all about drowning. It can feel like standing in the middle of a crowded mall screaming, and no one hears you. Heartbreaking.

But today, we stop the heartbreak and say enough is enough.

You only get one life to live, so for 5–10 minutes, start by saying: mom, dad… fuck those kids, fuck this laundry, and fuck everyone else’s feelings for a moment. What about mine?

Yes. Do you feel that power?

The F-word was meant to help liberate you. I know, I know—it’s a horrible word. But it’s also a word that makes people take notice. It makes them think, wow, he or she has lost it.

In reality, you’ve found it.

No more crying. No more silent mental breakdowns. Burnout stops today.

Repeat after me:

I am going to take care of me first. My feelings and my mental health matter.

Breathe, and release the pressure you’ve been holding.

Remember, 5 to 10 minutes is just the beginning. Soon it becomes 15–20 minutes, then 25–30 minutes, and so on—until you have a full hour to yourself to grab your favorite latte or enjoy a meal alone.

Burnout can happen anytime, and anywhere its how you handle dealing with it. Remember you matter too.

Miracles and Blessings-Char