7 Tips on how to calm down and feel the peace as a mom  

Go for a scenic drive 

Enjoy the sunshine of the great outdoors , roll down a window as you drive through your town. Breathe in the fresh air and feel your body relax. Maybe even try a new route to see something new.

Call a friend or two

Calling a good friend or family member to ask how their day is going can often lighten any mood. Sometimes when we shift our perspective from our life to someone else’s it broadens our eyes to not be so focused on our own to do list and gives us time to be a friend. It’s better to give then receive and you will feel the benefits of this without having to thin your wallet.

Take a hot bath 

Take a hot bath or shower. This not only helps relax your muscles and freshen your skin but it also helps you to have a new start to your day. No matter the time, just hop in and give your self the treat of an eased mind. Scents and lighting can also enhance the ambiance so add your favorite oils, salts and candles to really get into the tranquil mood.

Write a thank you note

Being grateful can increase your positive outlook on life. Writing a thank you note benefits yourself and also the person receiving the letter. Research shows that being grateful is associated with greater happiness which in return can result in a peaceful day. Not wanting to write a letter to someone else? Try write 7 things your grateful for in a journal or planner.

Drink some water

Sometimes we are stressed because we’re actually dehydrated. It’s so easy to become drained. Water is so important to help our brain and muscles function well. No wonder we can seem overwhelmed or irritated when thirsty. Drinking water keeps us healthy, clear minded and happy throughout the day.

Read a good book

Reading is so important each day to strengthen those learning skills. People find enjoyment in learning about the things we love.
God’s word says. “Joyful is the person who finds wisdom, the one who gains understanding.”

‭‭Proverbs‬ ‭3‬:‭13‬ ‭NLT‬‬

‭‭Try breathing deeply and slowly 

Breathing is so good but when we’re stressed out we can forget to breathe properly. Try finding a quiet room or closet in your home and practice breathing. Have you ever seen a newborn breathe? It is so peaceful and this way of breathing is taught through yoga practices because of how it relaxes your body. Breathe deeply in , filling your stomach and watching it rise. Then breathe out as though you are slowly blowing out a candle and gently release the air out using your abdominal muscles . Do this about 7 times to feel the benefits of simply breathing.

Hope this helps! Enjoy motherhood it may last a lifetime but your children are only little for so long.