Self-Care: The Secret Weapon of Parenting (and Sanity!)

 

Children always seem to have infinite time—for playing games, chatting endlessly with their friends about seemingly nothing, and snoozing through alarms as if they’re immune to sound. They mysteriously never have enough homework to stop them from having fun, yet somehow, they never have time to pick up their socks or put a single dish in the sink.

Meanwhile, I’m over here juggling Mount Laundry, orchestrating dinner plans like a five-star chef,  chauffeuring my kid to activities, battling weeds in the yard, calling my parents, planning birthday surprises, and figuring out where we’re going for spring break. Oh, and let’s not forget writing that article I swore I’d start last week.

Where Attention Goes, Energy Flows (a.k.a. Why Am I Always So Tired?!)

I trapped myself in an endless to-do list, and before I knew it, exhaustion, stress, and "Mom Mode" had become my default settings. Even with my daily yoga practice, I still felt drained—constantly rushing, worrying, and spiraling into frustration, making life feel more like a marathon than a joyful experience.

Then something magical happened.

A Day and a Half of Freedom (a.k.a. Mom’s Mini-Vacation at Home)

Yesterday, after dropping my son off at the All-State Ensemble, I returned home to a silent, empty house. For the first time in what felt like forever, I listened to what I wanted.

First? Food. (Obviously.)
Then? YouTube videos I actually enjoy.
Then? A long, laughter-filled conversation with my husband.
And finally? The best night’s sleep I’ve had in years.

Today, still blissfully alone at home, I did FOUR hours of yoga (because why not?), ate my meal in peace (without any sound from an electronic device), tidied up at my own pace, and even put on a face mask in the evening.

And just like that—I felt amazing!

The Big Aha Moment

I realized that whenever I’m with my child, I slip into Manager Mode—planning, organizing, worrying, reminding, nagging (oops). And in doing so, I forget myself.

Ironically, this self-neglect drains the joy out of parenting and even makes my home feel heavy and stressful. Meanwhile, my son, fully capable of handling his own life, often tells me "Leave me alone!" So why am I spending so much energy worrying about his messy room?

Why am I not enjoying life like he does?

Why am I not making space for fun, relaxation, and the things I love?

The Best Parenting Hack: A Happy Parent = A Happy Home

Here’s the truth: The best gift we can give our children isn’t a spotless house or a perfectly planned schedule—it’s our own joy. When we take care of ourselves, we become lighter, happier, more fun, and more present. And that energy? It transforms the entire family atmosphere.

So from now on, self-care is not an afterthought—it’s a priority. Because the happier we are, the more our kids get to experience the best version of us. And really, what could be more important than that?

Final Thought: What’s Your "Me Time" Today?

Take a moment today to do something that’s just for you—whether it’s dancing in the kitchen, binge-watching your favorite show, or taking a long nap (no guilt allowed).

Because the best kind of parent? A happy one. 💛

Superpower Space

Welcome to Superpower Space: Unlocking Your Child’s Inner Strength

Imagine a space where children learn to navigate their emotions with confidence, feel unconditionally loved and empowered, explore with wild imagination and creativity, and connect deeply with nature and those around them. Superpower Space is an innovative afterschool program designed to equip elementary-aged children with a super mindset and social-emotional skills through fun, engaging, and transformative experiences.

What is Superpower Space?

At Superpower Space, we believe every child has incredible inner strengths—superpowers—that, when nurtured, empower them to thrive in all areas of life. But how can we nurture this inner power? Unlike learning math or eating food, it is often intangible and overlooked in daily life. It lies in intuition, beliefs, attitudes, and mindset, expressing itself through emotions, thoughts, and actions. Through interactive activities, storytelling, art, music, movement, breathing techniques, and hands-on experiences, we explore emotions, behaviors, and choices, helping children develop tools to understand, manage, and cultivate their personal superpower codes.

The 7 Superpowers We Teach:

• 🦸 Uniqueness – Building self-acceptance and confidence.

• 🌟 Imagination – Encouraging creativity and innovation.

• 🌊 Responsibility – Empowering oneself through emotional awareness.

• 🤝 Connection – Communicating with nature and people with heart and mind.

• 💖 Gratitude – Cultivating appreciation and understanding emotional impact.

• 🎯 Focus – Directing, sustaining, and amplifying thoughts and emotions.

• 🔍 Reflection – Discovering the deeper messages in experiences.

Why Superpower Space?

In today’s fast-paced world, children need more than academics to succeed—they need emotional intelligence, resilience, and the ability to navigate life’s challenges with confidence. Our program provides a safe, supportive, and inspiring environment where children can explore their inner strengths and develop lifelong skills.

This class works best when parents resonate with the content and collaborate with teachers to reinforce these lessons at home. Join us in empowering the next generation to discover their Superpowers!

Mindset Buffet

Welcome to Mindset Buffet: A Feast for Transformation

At Mindset Buffet, I believe that mindset is not set—it’s a belief system that you can instantly and always choose and update. Mindset shapes our emotions, thoughts, and ultimately, our actions. By choosing our mindset, we can create profound transformations in our lives, unlocking new levels of awareness, purpose, and fulfillment.

A Holistic Approach to Growth

Like a buffet, personal growth is about choice. Here, you’ll find insights and strategies on mindset shifts, emotional mastery, and behavior change. Mindset Buffet explores mechanism of life, integrating knowledge from mind science, psychology, physics, yoga and wisdom from higher-dimensional consciousness to guide personal transformation.

But transformation isn’t just personal, it is about service, making connection, and building community. If you are inspired by my content, if you have questions, please comment and contact me. I would love to share and help. Starting from where you are, let's build a place to share, to feel safe and be true, to grow together.

What You Can Expect

🍽️ Mindset as a Belief System – Understand how your beliefs shape your reality and how to reprogram them for success.
🌌 Knowing from higher consciousness – Expand your awareness with wisdom beyond our earthly experience.
💡 Emotional & Thought Mastery – Learn to align your emotions and thoughts with your highest potential.
🚀 Personal Transformation Tools – Actionable strategies to shift your mindset and elevate your life.
👩‍🏫 Conscious Parenting & Teaching – Guidance on raising and educating children with intention, emotional intelligence, and a growth mindset.

Ready to Expand?

Whether you’re here to rewire your mindset, explore cosmic wisdom, elevate your parenting and teaching approach, or embark on a journey of transformation, Mindset Buffet has something for you. Open your mind, take what resonates, and let’s awaken to new possibilities together.

What will you choose from the buffet today?