Finding Happiness & Peace in Single Motherhood


 

And now these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love. 

1 Corinthians 13:13


Well, hey there! I'm back and ready to do this blog thing again. I got distracted and am excited to start all over and see where it takes me. This one is going to be short and just a gentle reminder. As I've said before, I really do enjoy writing out my thoughts and feelings. Thanks for reading and supporting the kids and I. <3 Valentine's Day <3 is coming up and its such a fun day to show love and connection whether you have a significant other or not. I'm looking so forward to spending it with my kids and contributing to their school Valentine Parties. I remember as a kid making my valentines day cards for all my friends and I know my kids enjoy doing the same. 


On another note, I think it's so important to touch on finding happiness and peace in single motherhood around this time of year. In my opinion, I think so many of us single moms want to have some sort of significant other, but I truly believe if that's not God's plan then that love, peace and happiness can be found in so many other ways.

Those ways being found in motherhood. Motherhood is a blessing and requires an unwavering dedication. 

Becoming a mindful mother and finding that happiness & peace is an ongoing journey. Remember to identify what brings you JOY(do you like to travel, play a sport, exercise, paint, etc), set helpful boundaries for yourself  (learn to say no and *communicate who you are to others that may not understand you at first*), make time each day for self care and celebrate the small exciting part of motherhood that you go through each day. When it comes to being a mindful mom, embrace the challenge and also recognize that taking care of yourself spiritually every day will enable you to be even more present as a LOVING mother. 

A few years ago my aunt (who is a mom to 4 adult children) gave me the best advice- She said, "Stay on track spiritually the best you can, you will go through times when it's really hard to stay consistent due to children and life events, but don't get yourself down when that happens. Just keep going." 

I loved that & I hope it helps you too. 

I do know everyone's story is so different and some moms may have to manage time for themselves differently, but I truly think we can all strive for the same things when it comes to this topic. 


P.S. Don't forget the bow and arrow part of Valentines Day. You may not be a mother and be a man reading this- I would like to say give single moms a chance. You may be super surprised what's in store. :)

Goodnight xoxo

~Shanda Rhea

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