As a mother or a parent in this generation, it feels like we are constantly being told that we can have it all. We can have a successful career, a happy family life, a perfect home, and even time for self-care. However, as we try to balance all of these responsibilities, it's easy to feel like we are falling short in one area or another.
This pressure to do it all can be overwhelming, and it often takes a toll on our mental health. According to a study by the American Psychological Association, millennials are the most stressed generation, with the top cause of stress being work and financial obligations.
So where does this pressure to do it all come from? It seems to stem from the idea that we need to be superparents and superheroes in our daily lives. Social media and modern advertising play a big role, presenting perfect images of motherhood and parenting that are impossible to replicate in real life. We are constantly bombarded with images of other parents who seem to have it all together, making us feel like we are not measuring up.
As a society, we need to recognize that there is no one right way to be a parent or to balance work and family life. We need to make all choices acceptable and support parents in their decisions, whether it's staying at home, pursuing a career, or a combination of both. We also need to be honest about the realities of parenting and the challenges that come with it, rather than presenting a false image of perfection.
It's okay if we can't do it all, and we should not be afraid to ask for help when we need it. We should prioritize our mental health and well-being, recognizing that taking care of ourselves is just as important as taking care of our families. We can also set realistic goals for ourselves and let go of the idea that we need to be perfect in every area of our lives.
I like to take a step back and assess what 'IT ALL' is for me. Essentially prioritize the things that are high value to me and shelve, delegate or dump the rest ('the rest' usually consists of cleaning and washing LOL). We need to be kinder to ourselves and realize we control our expectations not anyone else.
This pressure to do it all can be overwhelming, and it often takes a toll on our mental health. According to a study by the American Psychological Association, millennials are the most stressed generation, with the top cause of stress being work and financial obligations.
So where does this pressure to do it all come from? It seems to stem from the idea that we need to be superparents and superheroes in our daily lives. Social media and modern advertising play a big role, presenting perfect images of motherhood and parenting that are impossible to replicate in real life. We are constantly bombarded with images of other parents who seem to have it all together, making us feel like we are not measuring up.
As a society, we need to recognize that there is no one right way to be a parent or to balance work and family life. We need to make all choices acceptable and support parents in their decisions, whether it's staying at home, pursuing a career, or a combination of both. We also need to be honest about the realities of parenting and the challenges that come with it, rather than presenting a false image of perfection.
It's okay if we can't do it all, and we should not be afraid to ask for help when we need it. We should prioritize our mental health and well-being, recognizing that taking care of ourselves is just as important as taking care of our families. We can also set realistic goals for ourselves and let go of the idea that we need to be perfect in every area of our lives.
I like to take a step back and assess what 'IT ALL' is for me. Essentially prioritize the things that are high value to me and shelve, delegate or dump the rest ('the rest' usually consists of cleaning and washing LOL). We need to be kinder to ourselves and realize we control our expectations not anyone else.