Quick. First thing in the morning, who gets your time? What are your first thoughts as you wake to a new day? Does the old hamster jump on his wheel in your brain and start running, running, running, with thoughts of bank balances, chores, relationships in need of a lifesaver?
KKKKKKKKK! (sound effect of me throwing a monkey wrench into your works)
Now find a new plan. Redirect your thinking, even if it's for a short time away from baby, husband, work, or any other of life's "shoulds" to YOU.
Wake up in the morning, and before you put one foot on the floor, decide to have one good thought that will carry you thru the day. Practice, and see if you can do it automatically before stirring. There might be mornings when there are several false starts, many tricky attempts, but keep trying.
Replace the previously grumpy and worrisome inner-voice with an enthusiastic, energetic "HEY!" That should get your attention. Allow this voice to reason with your doubts and fears. Let it tell you with the voice of a warm, soft mother's voice that there is a way, and you'll begin today. Be gentle, be fun, be kind. Love yourself.
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