The Mindful Mammy

Why is it so important to take time for yourself? Here I explain why it isn’t selfish and why it isn’t negotiable.

If only it was as easy as flicking a switch to improve your mood. Bit it isn’t is it? Being sucked down by depression is awful and it’s often so hard to see any sort of light at the end of the tunnel but I want you to know, it is there. I promise you, better times and better feelings do exist and are coming for you. You are not on your own. There is help there. Let this be the rope that helps pull you from the icy water. Even if it just gets your head above for a minute long enough for you to see there is more help out there. It’s not easy to see but I promise, if you can take the first step, things will get better. Bit of a deep one to start with but I want you to know, if you are feeling low, lonely and isolated - you are not on your own. Please understand you are important, you are needed and you are valued. Always happy to chat in my DMs.

Something that has really helped lift my mood over the last few months is taking time to think about the things I’m grateful for each day. It’s something that sounds so simple but it really works to increase positivity.

I think feeling guilty is a bit of a constant battle as a parent. Understanding this is a normal part of parenthood while not allowing it to consume you is important. Some little tips on how to look at things a little differently so you can feel better and be more present as a mammy or daddy.

A bit of a personal journey through emotional trauma and the impact this had on my physical health. The magic turning point to improved health is uncovered ☺️