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I LOVE this post! It resonates deeply. Thank you for sharing your heart, including your doubts. I especially love this line, "don’t let the culture of mommy complaining deter you from approaching your holy work with ever greater love and enthusiasm." I hear complaining with every mommy gathering I attend, and some of the complaining comes from me! Ha! I've noticed this for some time now, but it has been difficult to shift into a space of gratitude. For me, that resistance stems from feeling overwhelmed. When I remove items from my "to do list," I enjoy my kids and I enjoy being a mommy. In fact, it brings me the most joy I've ever known. But I struggle with keeping my plate light.

I've also realized that I set the tone, like you said. For me, this begins with loving and accepting myself, which will help me remove items from my plate because I won't be seeking external validation. Consequently, I have begun saying to myself throughout the day, "I approve of myself." I'm starting there and building from that foundation. It felt difficult to say when I started a few days ago. But it's becoming easier and I'm beginning to believe it. I also say it out loud for my kids to hear so they will also absorb that energy and apply it to their own lives.

Thank you for another great post! I love your stories and insights!

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