Taking time for yourself is important as a mom— so I bought a nap

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Taking time for yourself is important as a mom— so I bought a nap
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'I glided out of the room feeling a little bit closer to Gwyneth Paltrow. For the first time maybe ever, I began to think about self-care without dripping sarcasm...'

, squishy pillows) she closed the door and I was immediately met with an internal crisis. I had no idea how to relax. After circling the room like a dog trying to find a place to rest, I plopped down onto the edge of the bed. Equal parts needing this to end and wanting it to last forever.

I crawled under the covers and pulled the blanket up to my chin. If I was going to be there for an hour, I might as well give this a real go and focus on myself. As I laid there, I remembered an article I’d read the day before titled, “What was your original dream?” Between you and me, mine never included having children or a doting partner, but as luck would have it, I now have both.

moves through the world—and I think I do that, too. And just as I was giving myself a mental pat on the back, my brain screeched to a halt.Tears suddenly began to cloud my vision, so I closed my eyes and tried to rest. I glided out of the room feeling a little bit closer to Gwyneth Paltrow. For the first time maybe ever, I began to think about self-care without dripping sarcasm. Maybe a manicure would be nice. Maybe I could make time in my week to practise yoga in a public class . Maybe there’s a way to do both—to get shit done but still prioritize my own well-being.

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