Realistic Resolutions I’m Making as a Mom of Two
I truly love New Year’s Resolutions! With every new year that approaches, it’s a fresh start, a new perspective and a great way to set some goals for the year ahead. There’s something about setting goals at the beginning of the year that makes me want to be the best version of myself, especially when it comes to being a mom! As 2024 comes to an end, I can’t help but reflect on how many of God’s graces I received along with so many memories we created as a family. It was also a year that I learned a lot about myself as I left my corporate job in April and became a stay-at-home mom. I didn’t realize how hard it would be but truly learned the value of patience. I often found myself getting stressed over the smallest things and looking back I wish I didn’t. If only we could go back in time and tell ourselves what we know now, but that’s the beauty in life, especially in motherhood as we are always learning and evolving. As 2025 approaches, I’ve set some realistic expectations that will hopefully bring out the best in me and my family.
Cut my social media time in half. I often found myself mindlessly scrolling which ultimately led me being on social media way too much. As much as I love taking pictures and capturing special moments, I didn’t realize how it was starting to negatively affect me. It’s easy to get caught up and compare, but not putting pressure on myself to document every picture worthy moment is what I plan to focus on. As much as I love sharing my life on social media and connecting with so many friends, there are times where I wouldn’t mind if it was gone for good. Like everything else in life, moderation is key.
Slow down. This past year I felt like I needed to take the kids out and do a million things to make them happy. I’ve learned that being present is simply enough, no matter where we are or what we’re doing. Blake could care less if I took him to our local gym or played blocks with him all morning. As long as we are together, that’s all that matters.
Simplify. Decluttering my mind and my life. Focusing on what and who brings me joy. When I was growing up my mom always used to say, “your eyes are the portal to your soul”. I would always laugh it off, but it’s the truth. Feeding your mind, body and soul with things that align with who you are and want to be is so important. So simple, but life changing.
Take up a new hobby. As much as I love my Peloton and will continue riding my bike, I need something else too! When you start something new it can be so exciting and such a mood booster. I want to get out of my comfort zone and try something I’ve never done before. I’m going to start Pure Barre! I’ve heard great things about it and think it would be challenging yet so much fun for me! Let me know if you’ve ever tried it :)
Last but not least, listening to my body. I recently had a health scare and it truly put everything into perspective. If you don’t have your health, you don’t have anything. As moms, we often put ourselves on the back burner, but it’s important to remember that we have to take care of ourselves too in order to be around for our kids.
2025 will be a year of growth. Getting out of my comfort zone, learning from my mistakes and becoming more present guarantees everyone gets the best version of me. Wishing all my mamas a happy and healthy new year ahead!
