Let’s just lay the cards on the table. This is the order of importance:
You
Your kids/spouse
Work
There is no other way to be a successful working mom unless YOU COME FIRST.
When you’re operating as your best self, how do you show up as mom? Take a moment and imagine it. You feel good about you, you feel good about your work, you have energy, you’re present…how are you showing up for your family?
Now imagine how you show up when you come last. When you feel terrible about yourself, you don’t feel effective at work, you’re irritable and distant…how do you show up for your family then?
See the difference?
You operating as your best self doesn’t just benefit you…it benefits everyone.
It’s not selfish to put yourself first…but people-sacrificers often feel this way.
(A people-sacrificer is someone who sacrifices their needs, wants and opinions for the sake of others.)
The first step to being able to prioritize yourself is to sell yourself on the idea that you come first.
To literally sit with your brain and make a list of all the reasons why you coming first is best for you, your family and your work.
The picture you paint for your brain needs to be compelling! Your brain needs to really see it, not just have a vague idea, but see it in detail.
The more specific and clear your picture, the faster your brain will latch onto the idea.
Most women KNOW they need to prioritize themselves, but they don’t know how. This is how...
Believe that you coming first is the best way to order your priorities.
Now go and implement.
