Starting Something New When You’re Already Mommin’ As Hard As You Can

*this post may contain some affiliate links which means I may receive a commission if you chose to purchase from the links*

Y’all, of course I might be little biased buuuuut, there is no job as tough as being a mama. We are the prize fighters, the heavyweight champions of the all the jobs out there in the universe.

We mama’s come in so many forms: working full time then coming home to the monumental task of being a mama and wife. A stay at home mama that includes being caregiver, educator, babysitter, boo boo kisser, referree, maid, chef and so much more. And single mama's that are the breadwinner, mama and daddy all rolled into one. And what about us special needs mamas.… oy. Y’all I’m just exhausted typing this!

We are exhausted. We are tired. And it’s not hard to see why.

And even though we are stretched thin, we are wracked with guilt because we see that Influencer mama with the perfectly clean house, getting her perfectly clean kids to eat a perfectly clean, organic diet and we want more. We want to be the mama that tries to incorporate healthier foods, or start a healthier style of living. But we have nothing left in the gas tank so how can we possibly start something new?!?!?!

Take Care of Yourself
Mama s HEAR ME when I say you have to put yourself first every dang day. Not just self care Sunday’s. Everyday. Damn. Day. Check out this blog post to see why it's so important.

How do you take care of yourself? Nurture your own wellbeing. Make sure you’re getting that good sleep, eat well, take time out of your day for you time, whenever you need it.

Embrace Imperfection
If you’re anything like me, you need someone to say this to you: YOU HAVE PERMISSION TO BE IMPERFECT. Live your life like it belongs in the out-takes baby and not a perfectly edited movie. Outakes are way funnier than the actual movie anyway!

We can yada, yada about creating goals and hitting them but, at least to me, that’s just more striving to be perfect that I know I can’t handle when I start something new. Like dudes…I’m just trying to get in the habit. I don’t need any extra goal hitting I-did-it-perfect pressure. That ish is for the birds.

Stay Motivated
Staying motivated is seriously the hardest part of starting something new. I do bang all awesome for the first little bit then I’m like ‘whatever” and ghost it. #thestruggleisreal Because staying motivated can be a struggle, I found it's best to stay engaged and interested in my new pursuit by immersing myself in a community of like minded mamas. Which is why I created The Scrunchy Mama Club. By keeping engaged with my people, I keep myself motivated to stick with my new venture. You can check out and join The Scrunchy Mama Club here.

Lean on Your Support System
Trying to start something new can feel daunting, but you don't have to go it alone. If The Scrunch Mama Club isn’t your thing, then look to your support system whether that's your spouse, a family member, or friend, to help you through the initial stages. They can offer encouragement, hold you accountable, and provide help when you need it.

And listen Linda, for the love of allllllll that is holy, don’t be afraid to be vulnerable and ask for help when you need it. That’s when you get the most “bang for your buck” and see things in a perspective that you’ve never seen before.

Mama’s, starting something new can be soooo challenging, but it's also incredibly rewarding.
Whatever you are looking to pursue, remember that it's never too late to begin and it’s okay to not be damn perfect. By prioritizing YOURSELF, embracing imperfection, staying motivated,
and leaning on your support system, you can do anything! Don't be afraid to take that first step - the only thing standing between you and your dreams is the courage to begin.

If you're ready to gain energy to help you feel like a new mama, join The Energy Challenge here. Not only will you get amazing energy but you'll sleep better and feel amazing too!

xoxo,