Mother's Day can be a challenging holiday for mothers who do not have a relationship with their children. Even for mother's who have a relationship with their child, but a difficult one. Wherever you are at, it is important to do something for you this Mother's Day.
- Practice self-care: Take time for yourself and do something that makes you feel good. Whether that's going for a hike, taking a bubble bath, or treating yourself to your favorite food, make sure to prioritize your own wellbeing. Splurge on a spa day, or create your own at home, either by yourself or with a friend.
- Practice gratitude: Take some time to journal this weekend. Focus on the positive aspects of your life and the things you are grateful for. Jot down what makes you a great mother. This can help shift your mindset and bring some joy to the day.
- Release pressure: While this is certainly a day to honor all mothers, it can be pressuring to have the 'perfect' day. If you have your kids but they are emotionally cutoff - deflate pressure and anxiety on mothers day by treating it like normal. Release expectations, and ease the suffering for your kids by treating it like a typical day. Maybe invite a friend over and do something together.
- Connect with other mothers: Reach out to other mothers who may be in a similar situation. Join online support groups or attend local events where you can meet and connect. Do something fun together. Even if it has to be a virtual meet up! If the 2020 taught us anything, it's that we can make do with the internet if need be!
- Volunteer: Consider volunteering for a cause that is important to you. Helping others can be a great way to feel good and give back on Mother's Day.
- Allow yourself to process emotions: Remember, it's okay to feel a range of emotions on Mother's Day. Be kind to yourself and prioritize your own wellbeing. Keep focused on reunification, without dwelling in the negativity of the day.
- Stay off the web: If it is going to trigger you, steer clear from social media if you know other moms who spend the day with their children. Or, practice unconditional love and consciousness, and be happy for them! Integrate their happiness and focus on wanting that for you and your children. Also while keeping in mind that social media is a stomping ground for trying to create a picture-perfect life. Not everything is what it seems!
- Celebrate you! Above all else, make sure you celebrate yourself as the powerful mom that you are.
Mother's Day is a day to take some extra time to appreciate all the mothers in our lives, even ourselves. Ponder on the relationship with your own mother. Then make sure to remind yourself what makes you a great mom, and the purpose of the day. That as mothers, we love our children unconditionally.
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...if you're a dad or mom whose co-parent is a mother, check out this separate blog post here.