If your typical day is anything like mine, then you probably do not have much time to yourself either. Additionally, any time you do have is probably not very quiet. I know mine is not. However, when I do get those few quiet times, I try to make the most of them. It is very important for us as moms to have some time to relax and recharge. So, if your typical day does not provide you with time to do this, you must make the time.
I am fortunate this week to have some extra quiet time this week as two of my three children are on a trip with their grandparents. But for those that are not able to have quiet time in that way, they must make a little time for themselves in one of two ways. You can either stay up after the children go to bed or you can get up before the children do in the morning.
Most days, I opt to stay up late. The only problem with that is if the children stay up too late, then I get to bed really late and then I am tired in the morning. However, if your children go to bed earlier, then this might work for you. My goal is to get up early and have my quiet time then. My house is much quieter in the morning than in the evening.
No matter when you opt to have some quiet time, make sure that you take this time for YOU. Don’t try to get ahead on work or housework, do things that you like to do for enjoyment. Take a long bath… read a book… work on arts and crafts… give yourself a manicure or pedicure… anything that you like to do for fun or relaxation. Even if you only have a half an hour to yourself, make the most of it. You will find that you feel more relaxed and that the stresses of life can bounce off of you more easily, rather than bogging you down.
About the author: Alicia H. Tucker is a homeschool mom of three, after having taught in public schools for over ten years. She has a bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education and a master’s degree in Education with a focus on Curriculum and Technology. She is a freelance writer and is currently working on writing her first book.
