The new year is all about fresh starts. And after a particularly rocky year, we could all use a little positive change in our lives — especially those of us with little ones! Moms have had to grapple with countless challenges throughout the pandemic, from navigating remote work to balancing childcare demands. It’s time you did a little something for yourself!
At Method Makeup Academy, we know how important it is for moms to prioritize their own health and wellbeing. Cultivating simple self-care habits will help you feel — and look — your best while stuck at home with the little ones.
Energize Your Home
It’s no secret that the pandemic has changed our relationship with our homes. The home is no longer a place we retreat to at the end of a long workday — it’s a fitness center, a restaurant, a school, and an office. For many moms, spending all of this time at home is nothing new, but without those precious outings to the coffee shop or gym, it’s easy to go a little stir-crazy.
Revamp your home to breathe new life into your living space. You’d be amazed at what a little cleaning and decluttering can do for your mental energy. Redfin even suggests cleansing bad energy from your home with the Native American technique of smudging. With a little spring cleaning, your home will feel lighter, brighter, and more positive.
Refresh Your Wardrobe
Like your home, your clothing can also impact how you feel throughout the day. If your wardrobe doesn’t make you feel energized, happy, confident, and beautiful, it’s time for an upgrade. Sort through your clothing and say goodbye to items that are worn out or ill-fitting. Replace these with some new clothes that will stand the test of time. In the long run, you can save a lot of money by avoiding fast fashion and investing in pieces made from high-quality, sustainable materials.
Remember, you should never sacrifice comfort for style. The right clothing will make you feel and look your best, whether you’re running errands with the kids or hopping on a Zoom call for work. Think leggings, T-shirts, dresses, cardigans, and soft bras without underwire.
Prioritize Sleep
Sleep is one of the most overlooked contributing factors to a happy and stress-free life. Parents, in particular, tend to sacrifice sleep to plug away at housework or log a few extra hours of work late in the evening. Instead of an afterthought, try to make sleep a priority in the new year.
As HuffPost suggests, adopting a bedtime ritual can help you maintain a regular sleep schedule and encourage you to switch off your devices and allow your mind to wind down for bed. Getting a good night’s sleep every night will ensure you have the energy you need to keep up with your busy life and cope with the stress of the ongoing pandemic.
Let Go of Guilt
Mom guilt is incredibly common and all too real. Whether you’re running a home business, working remotely, or commuting to the office daily, you are bound to experience mom guilt from time to time. Mom guilt can be paralyzing, especially when everything on your plate is already pushing the boundaries of your mental capacity.
The Balance Careers offers a quick way to dispel mom guilt when you have to leave your kids and focus on work. Create a credo or statement that reassures you that you’re making the right choice, like “I work to support my family and empower myself to be the best mom I can be.” Repeating this mantra can help you move past that feeling of guilt and get down to work!
Adapting to parenthood during the pandemic is about more than merely surviving the daily grind. It’s about thriving in your role as a mother and working professional. It’s about making time to focus on the things that matter, such as getting a good night’s sleep and treating yourself to some comfortable clothing.
Are you looking to begin your career as a professional makeup artist? If so, Method Makeup Academy can provide you with the skills necessary for success. Call us at (916) 899-7047 or email methodmakeup@gmail.com to learn more about enrollment.
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