And I think I know what it’s like to be you because I’ve been there.
You’re busy trying to keep up with your ever-growing to-do lists, taking care of your family, balancing work and personal life. Something always has to be done, someone always needs you, your help, your time, your presence, leaving you with little to no time for yourself.
And when you finally manage to get some time for yourself you’re often so tired that you just want to turn your brain off and mindlessly scroll through Instagram in desperate search of something that would make you feel good or watch your favorite show on Netflix with a glass of wine.
And you are wondering, “Is this it? Is this how the rest of my life is going to be? Is this ever going to end?”
Hi, I’m Beata.
And I am here to help.
I work with moms to help them carve out more time for themselves without feeling stressed or guilty. Like having more fun (let’s be honest, when is the last time you got to hang out with your friends?) Do you remember those days before kids? Time and freedom to do as you please. Well, I can’t promise you that but we will work together to create moments like these so you can be you again.
You’ve tried schedules, written to-do lists, paid for apps, and put a calendar on the fridge to tackle all tasks at hand. But somehow there is always something more important to do and you can’t manage to carve out time for yourself.
But it doesn’t have to be this way.
Carving out time for yourself is not just about making the time in your schedule. It’s about recognizing what’s important to you and why. It’s about you valuing and honoring your time (and yourself), and creating small sustainable changes one at a time. Creating new habits that will allow you and support you to do what you want to do and create a life you love. And have fun in the process!
I used to feel overwhelmed and unable to do anything for myself.
I immersed myself in being a mom and focused on caring for my two little boys. Exercise? Too tired. Make myself a healthy breakfast? No, a slice of bread with butter and coffee will do. Read a book? Who has time for that? To be honest I felt that it was impossible to actually carve out any time for myself or for what’s important to me. I felt tired all the time. It felt as if I lost myself. I remember thinking to myself where did that girl go? (I still see myself as a girl.;) The girl with a zest for life and a passion to help people? How about all my dreams and hopes, and the sense of possibility to create a life that’s meaningful but also fun? I realized that I turned into a mommy robot, getting through the day just to pass out of exhaustion at night. And I didn’t like that. I remembered myself from before and I wanted to get that old me back. I couldn’t imagine keeping on living like that. I wanted to feel alive again.
I still have days that are so full that I forget to make time for myself and the habits I created to support me. But I have support and systems in place to help me get back on track and restore a healthy balance. It feels good to know that even if I fail for a day (or two) it’s OK because I can get right back in the saddle the next day.
And here’s what I found out:
I just have to make myself a priority.
Easier said than done. But with the right mindset, support, and system in place, it can be done.
And now some fun facts about me.
I like to play chef and convert unhealthy comfort foods into nourishing dishes which often get rated as “yuck” by my son
I love nature and the great outdoors. It is humbling to be surrounded by natural beauty and feel the power of Mother Earth (like getting hit by a surfboard before you even make it in the waves when you think wearing a wetsuit makes you a surfer)
I find it empowering to overcome my own fears and physical limitations, like climbing a mountain, and not die in the process.
Riding a bike puts a big smile on my face, I feel like a kid again.
I want to get back to making pottery one day and make all of our mugs, cups, dishes, and bowls.
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Sarka M.
“Knowing that there is someone who cares and listens is priceless.”
The biggest help was introducing bullet journaling, I feel like that saved my mental health. I was able to find multiple opportunities in my day to go exercise which was really surprising to me. It was great that we stayed in touch even when you were not able to do the sessions. It is helpful to have communication open on daily basis, especially on days that are not so great. Knowing that there is someone who cares and listens is priceless.
Kelly S.
“I never felt rushed, forced, or overwhelmed.”
The weekly meetings kept me accountable and the small goals we made were very attainable so I felt confident I could make them. One thing that I enjoyed about our time together is that I never felt rushed, forced, or overwhelmed working with Beata. We made goals for me that were attainable and she always asked me in our weekly meeting “what is one thing you would like to work on this week?” That question made me focus on whatever that goal was (big or small) and work on it.