I have been working on a few things within myself to better my relationships, marriage, and become more of a patient, gentle mother/wife.
I am…
- very impatient
- worry too much
- rush things
- complain
- and irritable; especially when hungry or stressed.
I try to work these things everyday, however fall short quite often.
After I mess up, I feel like a horrible mom or wife. For example when I yelled at our 1 year old who is just tired and doesn’t mean to stress me out. I still feel so guilty for yelling and I am trying hard to make sure the situation is better next time. This time I forgot it was nap time and tried driving to a park. It was my fault.
Motherhood. Parenthood. It is hard! I am faced with my worse side more often than I wish to and the fact is that I am molding this little human which is quite terrifying and wonderful at the same time. Some days I have things all figured out. Some days I have things out of control. Change is hard, but the best things in life are worth working hard for. We have only been parents for a little over a year, however it is still extremely hard to think of someone else more often than myself. A small person needs so much attention, time, and love.
When feeling an overwhelming amount guilt, it can be depressing. I remind myself to do better next time and plan accordingly. Dwelling only makes things worse and I will never be perfect. I can only brush myself off and move on.
There’s always a new day to try again!
Share your experiences and what you learned from it! What have you worked hard on within yourself?
