Finding Balance

How to find balance in your life as a parent—How can we possibly spend the same time and effort on meal prep, helping with homework, building relationships with our kids, cleaning, and self-care? There is no way that we can ever perfectly balance all of the things we are required to think and do as parents. Maybe, instead of balance being everything in perfect order, it is learning to choose the things that are most important at that time.

One of the most important things we can do as parents is to be there for our children, but there is a balance that needs to be met and this starts with letting them do things for themselves. Teaching children to be content in their own company, to lean on their own imagination, and to draw on their own resources to interact with the world.

Despite how busy you are, it is possible to enjoy life! It is also important to get some YOU time! Getting time away for yourself or with your partner gives you the opportunity to take a breather and do something for you! It also gives you the chance to look forward to seeing your children and enjoy their company in a much fresher way.

You are doing amazing—Take it slow. Start small. Focus on your one next thing. What needs your attention? What doesn’t? What is an immediate concern? What seems immediate, but isn’t? Make an intentional choice. Celebrate doing that one thing well in that one moment!