Out of all of the wonderful roles I have been given?wife, friend, daughter, sister, trainer?there is one that stands out far above the rest?my role as a mother. I have been so blessed with 4 beautiful children that I get to love, teach, and nurture every single day, and for that I am beyond grateful. But my role as a ?mom? doesn’t stop there.
During different seasons of my life, as have many of you, I have had the amazing opportunity to be mom to so many! From my EWL peeps, to nieces and nephews, and everything in between. Being a mother is surely not bound by labor and delivery?it means so much more! From dads who have stepped into the role of ?mom? due to various circumstances, to women who have struggled with infertility but have been blessed with children through the miracle of adoption, and of course those who have shown endless love to children and friends around them providing the selflessness and care that is prerequisite for motherhood. Regardless of what ?mom? looks like for you, there is one common thread?unconditional love. And oftentimes that unconditional love means sacrificing our own personal needs for those around us.
While we love those we take care of and the things we get to do?whether it?s at home, or at work, or both?it?s also crucial that we ?moms? take care of ourselves. Yes?eating healthy and exercising regularly are so important, but often overlooked (and just as important) is taking some time for some R&R?Rest and Relaxation.
I know so many of you, myself included, feel like there just aren?t enough hours in the day as it is?so adding some daily R&R doesn?t even seem possible! Believe me, I?m right there with you. But I also know that when I do get it, even if it?s only for a few minutes, my outlook on life and how I handle the stresses in my life, improves in some pretty amazing ways:
- Reduces those stresses, and since long-term stress can cause so many health issues, getting rid of as much as I can is so important.
- Lessens anxiety.
- Boosts my mood. Those around me really appreciate that one! 😉
- Helps me remember things better. That?s a definite plus!
- Improves my ability to focus, which means it takes less time to do what I need to do, and I make better decisions.
- Helps curb cravings.
- Boosts my confidence.
- Reduces anger and frustration. Chris and my kiddos are very thankful for this one. 😉
- Helps my whole body, including my mind, repair itself = a stronger me!
The benefits of daily, or even weekly, R&R are so far reaching, that they vastly outweigh the cons of taking a personal timeout! As mothers, it is our duty to be there for the ones we love, and if we don?t carve out some time for ourselves now, we may end up limiting our capabilities in the future!
To get you started on your new path to a more healthful, restful lifestyle, I?m giving away one $100 gift card to a local day spa of the winner?s choosing! To enter, simply (1) comment below with why YOU need a mama?s day out, (2) share this post on social media channels and tag me, and (3) follow me on Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, and Twitter. A winner will be chosen Tuesday, May 5th. Good luck?and if you aren?t the lucky winner make sure you still take the time to celebrate motherhood and honor the amazing role you?ve been given through some good old fashioned relaxation. We ALL deserve it!
Xoxo,
Heidi
173 Responses
I loved seeing that your giving away a spa day. Im going to warn you im a terrible speller. Sorry.
At first i wanted to enter for myself, because im so busy all the time being a full time mim of 3 and FT student but more importantly the reason why I am entering is for my mother. I love her very much i wish I could give her the world but on a students allowance it makes it hard. My mother does anything and everything she can to help. 4 years ago she was diagnosed with copd and the worst emphazema. My mother was only given a couple of years, of corse “thank heavens she serpassed it.” When she was diagnosed she decided to take on watching my 3 children during the day So that my children and her could build a relationship. My mom goes out of her way to be there for everyone she can. My mother has no time to herself with my children, her husband and his friends and family she has no time to just sit and relax. she is one of a kind and we all love her very much. I could not ask for a more kind and loving mom. I am really hoping you pick us. Have a happy mothers day yourself
Thank you
Jennifer
I would love it! But my friend truly needs it! She is an amazing mother of 5 kids, and is also a military wife. She takes on more than she should but loves her family and wouldn’t have it any other way. But we know how overwhelming it can be (especially with an eight month old) I would love her to have “me time” to relax and be able to rejuvenate . She needs it
I love all of your posts, and following you and your family. I recently traveled to Nashville and submitted a video to try to get the awesome opportunity to work with you and Chris on EWL. Though I wasn’t chosen it was a great experience that my family and I grew from. Icy roads and traveling 20 mph on a 7 hour trip will test a relationship! 🙂 I also had to open up about my insecurities which was good for me, so it was truly a good experience. I was a single mother to my son for 8 years. His father wanted me to have an abortion and I couldn’t do that. I worked as a 911 dispatcher working 12 hour shifts to support us. I met the man of my dreams 4 years ago and now have a happy little family of 4! We now have OUR 12 year old son and almost 2 year old daughter. I’ve been poor, I’ve been beaten, I’ve had to help an addict recover, I’ve had so much thrown at me in life and I’ve survived it all. I feel like I would benefit from this giveaway to spend a little time for ME! Something I surely don’t do enough of. Thanks for all of the inspiration you give daily.
I really need a spa day. Due to my health i was again let go from my job & ive been overly stessed out. I need a day to relax & reset so I don’t keep biting off heads of my spouse & kids
You are so spot on! It’s crazy actually that you posted this today. I was just telling my husband last night how I could feel myself being stretched too thin and needing some “me” time.
I live in Phoenix Arizona and I am a new mommy to an almost 9 month old baby boy. Becoming a mother was the best thing that has EVER happened to me, however, it’s definitely been a learning experience!
My husband is a Phoenix Firefighter and is gone for 24 hours at a time. Before, it was almost fun that we were forced to be away from each other because it made our relationship even stronger when we had the opportunity to be together…we never took any of our time together for granted. However, now that we went from a two income household to one, money has been very tight and the only way for us to keep our heads above water is for my husband to work overtime, and for a firefighter that’s another 24 hours away from us. So instead of him being gone for only 24 hours, he’s gone for 48 hours at a time most weeks.
When he is at work I then become super mom who doesn’t get any breaks. I can’t hand Remington off to him for a 10 minute break. It’s been hard to adjust to our new lifestyle.
I wouldn’t change it for the world, because we are becoming even stronger in our marriage and learning how to really communicate with each other.
Becoming parents is a scary amazing rewarding and challenging role, and most days now I don’t get anytime to relax or unwind. I could use a little “me” time right about now….I know it is very important!
Thanks for the blog about being a mommy. It was a nice reminder to how wonderful being a mom really is (and btw, I think you are doing a great job and all of children are beautiful and you can tell they love you so very much!)
I would be grateful for a day for myself! I am a mother of 2 children. I work full time, as well as trying hard to achieve my helath goals! I love my babies for then anything. Before kids I had mani/pedis every week, hair done on schedule each 6 weeks, shopping for a new outfit to treat myself monthly. Since my kiddos I have not have not done any of these as a used to! As we all know the mom guilt sets and spending money on yourself just doesn’t happen! I would like to use this to take my mom with me and treat her also! 😉 thanks for all you do! Love you all as a family! Truly inspiring!
I have 5 wonderful kids, who keep me hoppin’ at all times. 2 jobs (not including motherhood), and I’ve never been to an actual “spa”! I would LOVE to just relax and have some me time 🙂 Thank you Heidi for all your wonderful inspiration.
I’ve been working out daily since January 1st, plus work part-time, school full-time, and a husband and 3 boys to cater to every day. I’m exhausted!!! 😉 I would love a day just for me!
I have been trying to work through my personal trauma due to my son’s behaviors & actions. I well spare details, but somehow through our traumatic experience my son forced me to see the power of a mothers love, the passion a mother can have through her own pain & trauma & the purest part of your child’s heart even when you think it’s hidden. I am taking care of me now & trying to heal my wounds.
My first thought about winning the spa day ….. Who do I know that I can give it to if I were the chosen recipient lol
Mom of five , youngest 6yr old twins, mommy mode for me is watching the smile on someone’s face that a kind act can bring! That is my joy helping not only my family but anyone who needs help, a break, or just offer your smile .
Kindness in itself is a reward that keeps giving over and over!