Is it just me or do other moms feel like what now? Maybe it is my given circumstances of being a single mom of two and having no income. My contract was actually terminated while I was on disability because my employer did not replace my position, so the third party contractor said “we good, thanks for your services.” Which at that time I was like okay that’s fine I get to spend more time with my baby. But now, I am ready to get back to work or get something going on my own.
I started applying for work in the beginning of May, and usually I find work pretty quick but for some reason or another I’m not getting any jobs this time around. I don’t want to toot my own horn but my background is extensive in what I do. I’m thinking it’s the Universes way saying I got something better for you! Ideally I would love to go to beauty school but right now it’s not realistic as I’m the provider for both my girls (with some help from their daddies). I had to prioritize supporting and providing for my girls and let this ambition/brain take a break (which is really heard for me to do).
I’ve often heard Mommas sometimes say they lose themselves in being a mommy and not a woman first. That’s exactly how I’ve been feeling lately, like I’m lost in motherhood which isn’t bad but I’m losing site of Priscilla the woman.
So I was thinking to myself what can I do to get ME back!
4 Tips to no feel Stuck as a Single Mom
For starters getting back in shape is essential especially how I am feeling with my body and this extra weight I’ve kept on. I’m ready to tap back into ME, like seriously! So hitting the treadmill and Pilates! I’ve been doing Pilates for a few months but maybe 2-3 times a week, I feel like adding cardio will help me so much.
Secondly I began journaling. I love me a good outlet where I can let all my thoughts, ideas and worries out but I also use it as form of talking with myself, the universe and God.
Third, I began reading self help/personal growth books. Now reading and me have always had our little issues but recently I have enjoyed reading a good book and really the knowledge that I am obtaining.
Lastly which I feel is important is being compassionate with myself. At times I can get overwhelmed and frustrated with myself, my current situation and basically feeling like my life is falling apart. When I am in that space I try to remember all the good things I currently have and what I am grateful for and this brings me back to clarity and living in the present moment.
So Mommas! I know often times it’s gets overwhelming but the stage and season we are in our life does not last forever.