#76: When you love your kids and really need a break

There is no doubt in my mind that you love your kids with your whole heart, but they are driving you crazy. After being together 24/7 in the summer, you really need a break, am I right? So what’s going on: why are we so irritated?

In Episode 76, we’re talking about how to show yourself compassion when you’re with your kids All The Time.

In this episode, we’ll:

Break down five subconscious beliefs we hold about parenting in the summer,
Zoom out to what’s really going on — and you’ll get a lot of freedom here!
And zoom in on practicals so you can thrive, not just survive these remaining weeks of summer.

You may believe one of these five statements about parenting in the summer:

I’m not allowed to get annoyed. I must be kind and patient in all things.
I must be actively engaged more moments than not, like my friend who’s doing science experiments in her kitchen and hosting Crafting Wednesdays.
Good moms don’t allow a lot of screen time.
We must maximize the fun of summer so we must do All The Things, because good moms make good memories.
Taking time for myself is selfish.

The real reason you’re listening to this podcast isn’t so much how to give yourself grace when your kids are driving you nuts.

I mean yes, you’d like a hint or hack or tip or trick or two, but that’s not really why you’re here.

You’re here because you wonder about these two questions:

Am I allowed to be a human?
Am I doing a good job?

We’ll break down these questions plus give you practical strategies to navigate the summer like a human!

Key Quotes

You and I have bought into the idea that good moms don’t have needs, are always at their best, and leverage every moment for maximum fun and memories. And we know we cannot be her.
God makes humans. Not machines.Not extra-humans. And He delights in your humanity.
Your God isn’t disappointed in your humanity; He is undeniably drawn more to it.