Being a mom is one of the most rewarding experiences a woman can have. But it's also one of the most challenging. It is the hardest job in the world. You are constantly juggling a million different things and trying to keep all the balls in the air. Some days it feels like you are running on empty and just trying to make it to bedtime. So, on those days it is totally normal to have a moment (or two or three) of frustration.
Moms are expected to do it all: be perfect wives, perfect mothers, and perfect employees (if they're working outside the home). And when they're not meeting everyone's expectations, they're usually beating themselves up for not being good enough.
There are moments when every mom feels like she's about to lose her mind. The screaming baby, the tantruming toddler, the teenage drama...it can all be too much. But instead of letting frustration take over, try to take a step back and view the situation from a different perspective. See the humor in it. Remember that this too shall pass. And most importantly, cut yourself some slack. You're doing the best you can, and that's all anyone can ask of you.
3 Reasons Why Moms Get Frustrated
1. They're Expected to Be Perfect
As mentioned before, moms are expected to do it all. They're expected to be perfect wives, perfect mothers, and perfect employees (if they're working outside the home). And when they're not meeting everyone's expectations, they're usually beating themselves up for not being good enough. It's no wonder that moms often feel frustrated.
2. They Don't Have Enough Time for Themselves. We all need (and deserve) a break sometimes. Being a mom is a 24/7/365 job. It's non stop and there is no break. That is tough, especially when you are already feeling so run down and exhausted. If you are at your wits end, it's okay to take a break. Step away for a few minutes (or more) and do something for you. Don't forget about you. Take care of yourself like you do with all your loved ones. Take time for a hobby, a bath or reading a favorite book. Giving to others and not giving back to you can start to feelings of resentment and feeling trapped. You deserve it the me time!
3. They Feel Like They're Failing
Many moms feel like they're constantly failing because they can't do everything perfectly. But the truth is that there's no such thing as a perfect mom (or human). We all make mistakes; it's part of being human. So instead of beating yourself up for not being perfect, focus on the fact that you're doing the best you can with what you have. You're an amazing mom, and your family is lucky to have you!
If you're feeling frustrated as a mom, know that you're not alone. Every mom has moments when she feels like she's about to lose her mind. But instead of letting frustration take over, try to take a step back and view the situation from a different perspective. See the humor in it. Remember that this too shall pass. And most importantly, cut yourself some slack—you're doing the best you can!
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