| Moms are some of the busiest people on the planet. | | | | away when shopping are examples of how busy |
| From working a 9-5 job to getting the kids off the | | | | moms can squeeze in exercise during the day. |
| school or from attending soccer games to | | | | 5. Eat Healthy. There are foods that promote |
| chaperoning a slumber party, a mom's feet never | | | | calmness and foods that increase stress levels. Busy |
| seem to stay still. Some moms are responsible for | | | | moms can ask themselves if they are eating too |
| taking care of their aging parents as well. | | | | much sugar and caffeine, and if they are getting |
| With this almost frantic pace, increased stress levels | | | | enough protein. They can also evaluate if they are |
| can be a natural result. Stress can impact many areas | | | | eating plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables and |
| of life such as work, family, and other relationships. | | | | staying away from refined and processed foods. |
| Stress can cause one to experience irritability, | | | | Healthy eating is very important for any busy mom. |
| impatience, and distractibility. For busy moms, stress | | | | Taking a look at diets and making the necessary |
| management is a necessity. Here are eight tips to | | | | changes can result in increased optimal health. |
| assist in living a more stress free life. | | | | 6. Call a friend. For any busy mom, it is always |
| 1. Determine, no matter what, to create time for self. | | | | important in life to have at least one relationship where |
| For some busy moms, maybe it's a soothing bubble | | | | they can just vent and know that a listening ear and |
| bath at the end of the day. For others, it could be a | | | | unconditional acceptance will be given. |
| quick trip to the local Nail Salon. The activity really | | | | 7. Practice Thinking Calmly. Everyone has a favorite |
| doesn't matter as long as busy moms take some time | | | | place that is peaceful, soothing, and calm. When stress |
| for themselves. | | | | levels increase, busy moms can take a mental break |
| 2. Listen to calm, soothing music on the way to work, | | | | and visualize that special place. They can take note of |
| while at work, and while going to sleep. Music has a | | | | the sights, sounds, and smells. It is important to continue |
| way of calming and soothing the mind body. | | | | to do this until relaxation is felt. Busy moms will notice |
| 3. Practice deep abdominal breathing periodically | | | | that the stress they are experiencing will be less and |
| throughout the day. Breath in deeply through the nose | | | | more manageable. |
| pulling the belly button toward the spine, hold for a few | | | | 8. Have a sense of humor. We all are familiar with the |
| seconds, and then slowly release. Busy moms will be | | | | saying, "Laughter is the best medicine." This is so true. |
| pleasantly surprised at how this simple technique can | | | | Be willing to laugh at personal mistakes. Watch a funny |
| result in a more relaxed body and mind. This can be | | | | movie. Share a joke with a friend. In other words, |
| done in any environment. | | | | lighten up. It will make such a difference. |
| 4. Take time to exercise. Exercise helps to increase | | | | Stress will continue to occur throughout your day. |
| self-esteem, decrease depression, increase | | | | After all you're a mom it is to be expected. It is up to |
| concentration and energy, and gives one a greater | | | | you how much your stress can affect you. The right |
| sense of control over stress. Hitting the local gym is | | | | methods can help you manage stress so effectively |
| not always necessary. Taking a 15-minute walk around | | | | that everyday can become easier. Although, its up to |
| the neighborhood, taking walks on lunch breaks, taking | | | | you to take the first step. |
| the steps instead of an elevator, and parking farther | | | | |