When was the last time you had “me-time” and how did you spend that time?
My last me-time was when I had my hair done for the first time in 6 months on Thursday. Not only was my hair due for a freshen up, I was due for a time out! Time to myself (although I did end up taking my work with me as it was a few hours to sit and actually think for a couple of hours. I really wanted to take advantage of the quiet time) Also, I attended the @mums.and.co get together in Sydney recently. It was a fantastic escape… But also a wonderful opportunity to network, learn and grow. I stayed the night down there and had dinner with a friend before having a mini pamper session by myself in the hotel room. So needed.
What are some of your favourite ways to practice self care?
Self care for me is just the little things like taking the kids for a walk. Fresh air seriously does wonders for the soul. Especially if surrounded by trees or salt air… or even something as small as having a coffee and a non guilty insta scroll timeout. We are mums 24/7, me-time is important too!
What advice would you give to mamas struggling to create “me-time”? How do you make time in your schedule for yourself?
I honestly believe it’s an absolute must to find something for you! A coffee, a walk, a drive… a hobby, a sport. Drawing, sewing… exercising or even a cheeky brunch with the girls. You are important and you are allowed time to recover and just be for a while. Find time for you.