29/08/2024
As a mother, you wear countless hats: caregiver, teacher, guide, nurturer, and protector. But there’s one role that often goes unnoticed, yet holds immense power: the provider of your own happiness.
I once worked with a mom, Katie, who was exhausted and overwhelmed. Her daughter, Lilly, was anxious and withdrawn, and no matter what Katie did, things didn’t improve.
As we worked together, Katie began to reconnect with her own Inner Child, healing wounds she had carried for years. She started to prioritize her own joy, even in small ways: going for a walk, reading a book she loved, reconnecting with old friends. And as she did, something magical happened. Lilly began to blossom. Her anxiety lessened, her mood lifted, and she found her spark again.
Lilly absorbed her joy just as deeply as she had absorbed her stress. Katie had been trying so hard to be the “perfect mom” because she was afraid of passing down the pain she had endured growing up.
Children are incredibly intuitive. They absorb more than just our words. They take in our emotions, our energy, our unspoken truths. When a mother is unhappy, her child senses it, often internalizing that emotional turmoil as their own. But when a mother thrives, when she takes care of her own happiness and well-being, her child thrives, too.
The truth is, our kids don’t need us to be perfect; they need us to be whole. Your happiness isn’t a luxury, it’s essential. When you thrive, your child thrives.
It’s not selfish to take care of yourself; it’s the most loving thing you can do for your family.
So, I invite you to pause and ask yourself: Are you nurturing your own happiness as much as you nurture your child’s? If the answer is no, it’s okay. It’s never too late to start. You deserve to feel joy, and so does your child.
If Katie’s story resonates with you, know that healing is possible. You don’t have to do it alone. Let’s work together to heal your Inner Child, and create the life both you and your child deserve.
DM me to start your journey!💌
