Musings From A Therapist
Part 2: Why It’s Vital to Take PTO as a Mom
Whatever you want to call it, however you want to abbreviate it, taking days off of work is a multi-faceted topic in the world of working moms. There are many aspects of PTO, but for today we’re going to focus on the importance of these treasured hours.
Part 1: Why It’s Vital to Take PTO as a Mom
Whatever you want to call it, however you want to abbreviate it, taking days off of work is a multi-faceted topic in the world of working moms. There are many aspects of PTO, but for today we’re going to focus on the importance of these treasured hours.
Women Supporting Women: Let's All Get Along
In the vast landscape of life, where compassion and understanding form the foundation, it's disheartening to witness the emergence of unnecessary competition among women. Instead of fostering a supportive community, some individuals fall into the trap of negativity and rivalry. In this blog post, we'll explore the importance of women supporting each other and discuss how embracing unity can create a stronger, more positive collective environment.
(Re)Defining Self-Care in a World of Buzzwords
Let's be real - self-care has become a buzzword, a trend, and often, an overused cliche. You can't scroll through social media, browse a lifestyle magazine, or have a casual conversation without encountering the term self-care. But beneath the glittering facade of scented candles, bubble baths, and social media hashtags, lies a deeper, more authentic conversation about what self-care truly means.
Taking Care of Mom
As Moms, we are givers. We take care of everyone else. We eat cold food. We might get a shower every other day. (I said might.) We might wear the same shirt two days in a row because we weren’t able to get to the laundry yesterday. We put ourselves at the end of the list because we’ve grown up with the misnomer that that’s what makes a good mom. (I actually think that's a loose definition of a martyr, but what do I know?)