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Don’t Neglect Yourselves, Mom
2005 © Marsha Maung marshamaung@yahoo.comhttp://www.marshamaung.comI am a mother of two. I used to think my children ruled my worldand my body. I used to think that the world revolves around mychildren and they deserve every single second of my time andevery single cent in my bank account.Not that I don’t think so now, but as a mom, I can tell you thatif moms everywhere in the world continue to dedicate theirentire beings to their kids, the future will have loads of happyand well-raised children. However, there will be a lot of momswho lack self-confidence, are unhappy with the way they livedtheir lives, and is discontented with the way they feel aboutthemselves. Future Moms will feel regret. Future moms will losetheir own identity. Future moms will feel dysfunctional insocial surroundings. No, motherhood does not signify the end of yourself, justbecause you had your kids. In fact, motherhood is something thatenhances and celebrates your womanhood. You’ve done somethingthat is STILL exclusive (naturally) to women. No man will everbe able to give birth and nurture children the way we do. But because of the overwhelming emotions, feelings and concernthat we have for our children, we might forget to tend toourselves. And that’s unhealthy for mothers, regardless of race,religion and culture. I strongly encourage all moms to be with ‘themselves’, withoutthe kids for 30mins – 60mins every single day. Moms could dosomething impulsive, like go shopping without the kids. Momscould go for a facial. Moms could visit the gym. Moms could calla friend for a talk. Moms could pick up a good book and read itin the bath! ANYTHING you want to do!As a mother, I encourage you to dedicate some of your time andfinancial resources on finding and connecting with yourself on adaily basis. The method could be different because one methodmay work for one mother and yet, it doesn’t work for the other.So, find the right method that helps you spend some time withyourself. If you don’t, you’ll feel tired and resentful about being mom.And when you’re at that stage, it’s hard to snap out of it andyou’ll end up mistreating, not only yourself, but your kids andyour husband too! How did I know? Simple. It happened to me. I snapped out of itand I hope that those who are in the same position can snap outof it too. Don’t stay in the trance for too long. Pamper yourself, you deserve it….yes, even though you’re mom,you’re still a human being…you’re still a woman!
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