We all have these days when we feel burnout, we can hardly open our eyes because we are tired.
When getting enough sleep is pretty much impossible because there is so much that needs to be done like kid’s homework, cooking, cleaning, visiting the family, working from home, and more.
These days you’ll feel that you are beyond tired. You are exhausted.
Yes, we ( stay-at-home moms ) can be so tired even when it seems to the outside world like we never do much of anything since we are at home all day!
But, How to stop being lazy and make the most of your day as a stay at home mom.
How to be a less sluggish mom, and make the most of your day ?
1- wake up before your kids do:
When I adopted my habit of waking up at 5 in the morning. I feel my whole life has changed to the best. This is my golden 2 hours before the kids wake up.
Spend that time getting ready for the day, working out, showering, or simply relaxing with a cup of coffee.
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2- Focus on relationships:
Make your relations with your husband and children as a priority.
It’s easy to forget what you need to do during the day because the moms are always busy. So make a ( to do list) in the beginning of the week that includes some quality time and activities to do with your children and husband. Try to check the list every morning to remind yourself for plan for the day. If you are on top of your game and organised, you will be able to set aside dedicated time with your spouse and family.
3- Prioritize your household chores:
Ensure your tasks are completed before you sit down to work on your business or ‘lazy’ pursuits (such as knitting). These 32 brilliant Time-saving cleaning tips for busy moms will definitely help you finish your daily cleaning in less than 50 minutes.
4- When you feel the need, take a break:
You’ll get lethargic if you’re burned out. Make sure to take breaks to replenish your batteries and get more work done.
The first thing you can do is to stop doing the house chores for that day.
If you still feel the need for more rest, take 3 day or even a week off from household.
And remember, You need a break…before you break!
5- Put an end to multitasking:
While doing things around the house, don’t text chat with someone or write a blog article. Prioritize your family’s needs before moving on to whatever you want to pursue. The same is true when it comes to spending time with the kids.
6- Make a schedule for yourself:
Make a plan like a to-do list, a daily routine, or a chore list, can help drive you to accomplish tasks on hand, reduce stress, and improves efficiency. Making a schedule for yourself can also increase your focus.
I’m a lot more motivated to finish something on my to-do list when I only have a set amount of time.
7- Make a plan to become less sedentary:
If you want to break free from the habit of being a lazy mom, you’ll need to create precise goals for yourself. Make a list of what becoming less lazy means to you.
Is it true that if you’re not a lazy mom, your house is always spotless? Is this to imply that you eat a home-cooked supper every night? Maybe it means you spend time with the kids doing activities? Find out what you want to change about yourself and work your way from there. Make a list of what you need to do to stop being lazy once you’ve determined what it means to you. Set daily objectives.
8- Remember, You can’t do everything:
To keep in mind, sometimes you aren’t being lazy; you simply have an unreasonable to-do list. You can’t expect everything in your life to be flawless if you have numerous children, a job, and little aid. It’s all about making trade-offs in life, which is why deciding what it means to you not to be a lazy mom and having reasonable goals is crucial. For example, if you want to spend more time with the kids, you can postpone doing the dishes.