What worked for me

beccaga16

I just thought I would share some things that help me get through the bad days/nights/moments. I know some of you are very new to being a SP or are going through a break-up/seperation. We have all been there, but we have to know how to get through it. So this is what worked for me...

-Crying in the shower. I would shower every morning or evening and let my emotions flow. After a few minutes I would wash my hair and let everything go down the drain. I really helped me focus through the rest of the day.

-The list. Make a list of little things you want to get done that day. Eat, shower, wipe the counters, run the dishwasher, spen 20 mins with LO playing, watch a funny show, call my mom. ANYTHING. Sometimes you need to see your progress, every baby step.

-Make plans. Don't seclude yourself. Make plans to get out at least once a week. Go to the park with LO, meet up with friends or family for lunch or go window shopping. I joined a adult soccer team.

-Focus on things that NEED to be done. Make a cleaning chart. Gather recipes for meals. Plan your budget out. These can be a good distraction and it is practical.

-Have a "happy" play list. All songs that make you feel good. I had a lot of my high school/middle school boy band music. It was a good way to pump myself up.

Others can add to this list. I just want you all to know that if you push yourself the time will pass more quickly and you will feel better about yourself.