Motherhood: A Beautiful, Exhausting Journey
Motherhood changes everything your body, your priorities, your time, and even your sense of identity. I remember waking up one day and thinking, “Where did the old me go?”
I loved my baby, of course. But I didn’t recognize myself anymore. I was tired, disconnected, and surviving, not thriving. That’s when I knew I had to make a shift.
And it didn’t start with big changes it started with small, simple habits. Habits that helped me feel human again. Here are the small daily habits that brought me back to myself and restored my sanity during the most chaotic seasons of motherhood.
- Waking Up Before My Kids (Even Just 10 Minutes)
I set my alarm just 10–15 minutes earlier. Those quiet minutes helped me breathe, pray, or just sip tea before the day exploded into chaos.
- Morning Face Routine — Just for Me
Even a quick splash of water, moisturizer, and lip balm made me feel like me again. I wasn’t just “Mom,” I was Vee.
- 5-Minute Morning Journaling
I started with one line a day:
What am I feeling today?
What am I grateful for?
Journaling gave my thoughts a place to go — instead of staying stuck in my mind.
- Getting Dressed (Even at Home)
No, I wasn’t heading anywhere fancy. But I ditched the torn PJs and dressed in comfy but cute clothes. It changed how I felt instantly.
- 15-Minute Declutter Session
A clean corner = a clear mind. I picked one spot a day to tidy up — a drawer, a surface, or a toy basket. Less mess, less stress.
- “Mommy Timeout” Without Guilt
Sometimes I told my kids, “Mommy needs a 10-minute break,” and stepped away to breathe. No phone, no tasks, just silence or music.
- One Soulful Connection a Day
Whether it was texting a friend, reading a devotional, or listening to a podcast , I reached for something that fed me.
Bonus Habit: Affirmations That Remind Me Who I Am
Each morning, I whispered:
“I am more than the mess.”
“I’m a good mom, even when I’m tired.”
“I matter too.”
Final Thoughts: You’re Not Alone
If you feel lost in motherhood, you’re not failing. You’re transforming. Give yourself grace. Try one small habit at a time. Even the tiniest shift can bring a sense of “you” back.
You deserve peace, too. 💕
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And tell me in the comments — what small habit keeps you grounded in motherhood?
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