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Ever feel like you have to be the "happy parent" robot, even when your kid is having a meltdown? This pressure to project only sunshine and rainbows can actually hinder your child's emotional development! 💛Ditch the "Good Vibes Only" Zone: Pushing aside your child's sadness, anger, or frustration teaches them to suppress emotions too. 💛Help Them Feel Heard: Validate their feelings with phrases like "I see you're feeling frustrated" or "It's okay to feel sad sometimes." 💛Create a Safe Space: Let them know it's okay to express all their emotions, even the "negative" ones. 💛Heal & Grow Together: By navigating emotions together, you help them build emotional intelligence and resilience. Ready to ditch the pressure and embrace your child's full emotional spectrum? DM "READY" to start being truly happy, and not just "Fake it 'til you make it"! #zensupermom #toxicpositivity #dramafreeparenting #calmparenting #zenmom #zendad #fatherhood #motherhood #parenting

You don’t have to carry the weight of every challenge and difficulty as if it’s just a part of motherhood. 🌸 As moms, we’ve been conditioned to believe that struggles are normal—but that doesn’t mean you have to accept them without question. You deserve ease, balance, and support. ✨ When you prioritize your well-being, you: ✅ Create space for joy and growth. ✅ Show your kids that life isn’t about constant struggle—it’s about thriving. Motherhood isn’t about sacrificing yourself; it’s about building a version of you that feels fulfilled and energized. 🌱 💡 Remember: You can ask for help. You can set boundaries. You can choose to live differently. It starts with you. Are you ready to make a change? Drop a 💖 in the comments and let’s redefine motherhood together. #RedefiningMotherhood #MomLifeBalance #MomsWhoThrive #ProductiveMoms #EmpoweredMotherhood #BalancedMomLife #MindfulMomLife #SustainableGrowth #ThrivingMoms #MomGoalsMatter #MomEnergyBoost #ProductivityMentor #NithyaRangarajan #HabitsForMoms #GrowthMindsetMoms

I know what it feels like to be super busy all the time..... ; ; ; Working late, always tired, and feeling like something is missing. For a long time, my dream of becoming a parent got delayed. I didn’t realize how stress and tiredness, was making it harder for me to reach there. Every morning, I woke up feeling exhausted. I had so many things to do all through the day, but my heart just wanted one thing a baby to make our family complete. The more I worried about it, the harder everything felt. My joy started disappearing, and life became heavy. That’s when I decided to try something new. I made a big change in how I lived my life. This was the first time when I started the spiritual journey in 2017. I started practicing self care of my body, my mind, and my heart. Holistic approach in living and making space for life to grow. Here’s what helped me: ✨ Getting enough sleep and rest – I made sure my body had time to recharge so it could be relaxed and fit. ✨ Eating healthy food – We started eating fresh, simple, and nutritious Satvik meals to feel better every day. ✨ Finding time for joy – We made space to do things we loved, and spending time with each other. It’s not just about being busy or getting things done but expanding the consciousness to add more. It’s about living in a way that brings happiness and hope. And when we did that gradually and everything started feeling better. Getting aligned to the role of taking responsibility and willingness becoming a parent. What about you? How do you find balance in your life? I’d love to hear your ideas. Share them in the comments—you might inspire someone else! 🌸 You can create space for your dreams to grow, just like we did. Let’s do it together and get aligned on the journey towards parenthood. 🌟 Grateful ✨ #vishalgaikwad #soulfulconnections #infertility #awareness #parenthood #withmindfulness

I Wanted to Cry. I just couldn’t hold back my emotions when i first saw my son! To be honest, becoming a father is a moment that defies description. It is an experience that can only be felt deeply within the soul. The day my son was born in 2007, my entire world shifted. The overwhelming mix of awe, responsibility, and boundless love is something that only comes once in a lifetime. From that life-altering moment, I knew that shaping his life would be my greatest mission. Human life is crafted through understanding, knowledge, discipline, support, introspection, spirituality, and so much more. I have always been passionate about manufacturing growth, not just for my family but for everyone around me. Parenting has been a transformative journey. My perspective on life shifted dramatically. I became more sensitive, more observant, and more intentional. Every decision I made was with an eye on the long-term, considering how it would impact my son's future, decades down the line. These principles first took root in me, then influenced my parenting, and evolved through discussions with my spouse. Every few years, our approach adapted to his growth. When he was 12, our interactions were different than at 15, and now at 18, they are different still. Parenting is a dynamic, ever-changing journey of growth. Throughout this journey, my emotions have remained steadfast—positive and strong. I have found joy in balancing my professional work and my role as a parent. This dual commitment has become one of my most cherished and carefully tended spaces in life. Inventing new ways to support my son's growth and to watch him flourish has been my greatest privilege. I can proudly say, that this path of parenthood has been a crucible, forging me into a stronger, wiser man. To be a part of my son's growth is a privilege, a sacred trust. In this role, I find purpose and joy in the infinite potential of the human spirit. #Son #Parenthood

Commit to Leading Your Own Self First: Finding Purpose in Motherhood As young moms, we often put the needs of our families first. While this is admirable, it's essential to remember that we must also take care of ourselves. Leading your own self is crucial for finding purpose, fulfillment, and a sustainable approach to motherhood. How can you commit to leading your own self first? 1️⃣Prioritize self-care: Make time for activities that nourish your mind, body, and soul. 2️⃣Set boundaries: Learn to say no and protect your time and energy. 3️⃣Develop your passions: Explore your interests and pursue personal goals. 4️⃣Practice self-compassion: Be kind to yourself and avoid self-criticism. 📌📌By leading your own self first, you'll be better equipped to care for your family and find purpose in motherhood. Like and share this post with your network if you agree follow BOLATITO JOLAYEMI for more tips on finding purpose in motherhood. #intentionalliving #motherhood #selfcare #personalgrowth #empowerment #momlife #balance #wellbeing #gratitude

Before I became a mum, I lived life in the fast lane… Coaching, speaking, creating programs—always doing, always achieving. My mantra? “Make it happen.” And then motherhood came along and pressed pause. Suddenly, I wasn’t rushing to the next goal. I was sitting still, staring at the clock, realising I had 12 long hours ahead with a baby, now a toddler. Hours that felt like days. Moments stretched endlessly. I thought slowing down would be easy. It wasn’t. The real challenge wasn’t the silence or the slowness. It was confronting my own need to control time. I realized I’d been using my to-do list as a safety net. Measuring my worth by how much I could squeeze into every hour. Feeling like if I wasn’t doing, I wasn’t enough. But here’s what motherhood taught me: Time doesn’t need to be controlled. It can be felt. In the tiny moments of presence as you look at your child’s little hands. In the visceral stillness that moment you sit in the car right after school drop off. In the way one boring, endless hour can hold so much depth if you choose to see it. 💡Motherhood invites you to ask deeper questions: • Are you afraid of time? • Do you feel like you need to control it to prove your worth? • Or can you embrace it for what it is—a gift, even when it feels slow, messy, and uncertain? I used to think slowing down was a step back. Now, I see it as an opening. Because when you stop trying to own time, you start truly living in it. Mums, how has motherhood changed your relationship with time? What has slowing down taught you? I’d love to hear your thoughts below 👇 #MindfulLiving #WorkLifeHarmony #SelfCareforMums

Everyone's looking for finding the way to achieve a dream. -- -- -- Here's the answer to help you get the way to your dream. I use to wonder of dreams in my secondary's 1. Living a life with happiness with my family. 2. Contributing to corporates. 3. Driving a dream car. 4. Wonderful House. 5. Likewise many...!! But unaware of how to go for this things! But life lessons drew me through different phases where the actual things went in a different way. Rather, I found myself in situations that I had faith in nothing, no dreams, feeling of victimhood. This happens only when we are connected with negativity than positivity. Positivity comes with proximity of thoughts feelings and energies. A motivation short lived is not positivity neither proximity. It's the result of patterns, impressions and sanskar's created/formed over the time. As we evolved we got connected to electronics and gadgets which took control over and started ruling us. The Inner being!! The more the proximity, the more the negativity and impact on overall well being. Then the phase comes when we are finding ourselves in the trap of 1. Not knowing where to start. 2. Why this is happening? 3. Why me only? 4. Am I not worthy? This is the things which connects us to stagnation, unworthiness and low self-care. The energies collectively are negative and the dreams go blur and finally vanish. This happened in the journey of parenthood where I was focusing on work more than family due to limiting beliefs. Which delayed my journey of becoming a parent which took seven years and affected my spouse overall well being! And now getting aware of the days I went through gives me the realization of ignoring small things which collectively impact the future. Hey parents if you are finding ways to become a dream parent get on a One on One discovery call and get started on the journey of inner healing towards a blissful parenthood. Link- https://lnkd.in/dUV2-brp Regards Soulfulconnections. #vishalgaikwad #soulfulconnections #parenthood #innerhealing #MindfulnessMatters #InfertilityAwareness #InfertilitySupport #MentalHealth #EmotionalWellbeing #StressSolutions #motherhood

😌 I Failed as a Mother today! Today was one of those days where I felt like I ultimately failed as a mother. As a solo parent to my 15-month-old, I strive to stay calm and mindful of my reactions, but parenting isn't always gentle. ☀ This morning, things took a turn during our cherished routine of sitting on the patio together, where my son plays and I try to sneak in five minutes of breathing exercises. Those few moments are essential for my mental clarity throughout the day and for recharging. But today, my son was in a playful mood and wouldn't let me complete even one round of breathing. Frustration bubbled up inside me, and before I knew it, I snapped loudly at him. When those words left my mouth, I immediately felt regret. Here I was, this mom who tries to embody patience and kindness, suddenly shouting at my innocent little boy. Did he understand? Maybe. He picked up on my facial expressions but quickly returned to his playtime bliss. Meanwhile, I was left grappling with an emotional breakdown, tears streaming down my face, riddled with guilt over losing my cool. ➡What I learned from this episode: I am not perfect, and life will never be perfect. Parenting, or any other role, is an ongoing journey filled with ups and downs, and it’s okay to stumble along the way. What matters is that we consciously choose our “dos” and “don’ts” and commit to becoming just 1% better each day. Forgiveness is critical, too—especially for ourselves. It’s important to acknowledge that improvement is a lifelong process. After that emotional moment, I showered my little one with love. While he continued to play and test my patience, I found a way to smile and laugh through it all. 😊 Reminder for everyone here, We’re all on this journey together, learning, growing, and navigating the beautiful chaos of life and parenthood. ➡ How do you handle challenging moments? #motherhood #parentinglessons #soloparenting

"What if the biggest critic in your life is... you?" For the longest time, I let negative self-talk define me. “I’m not good enough.” “I’ll never succeed.” These thoughts played like a broken record in my mind, keeping me stuck on the way to parenthood. And not knowing how to delve with them I continued the patterns as they came. We should always take a break to reflect on things. In the steps towards heading to become a parent we always focused on what needs to be done get things sorted and tried to be there. But it was something different which was unknown when we knew the results are not showing up. Both of us had discussions in the waiting time of the appointments. What is it that remained and lagging behind that is been advised by the doctor? We also realised that taking even about past negative results affects the thoughts and we also tried to filter the words before we expressed. But the above negative self-talk thoughts even though unexpressed where creating the notifications within the consciousness. As it was ingress over time frame. But one day when I had a talk with my friend Swapnil, I realized I wouldn’t talk to a friend the way I talked to myself. So why was I doing it to me? That’s when I decided to rewrite the narrative. I started affirming positive beliefs irrespective of the things happening around. The affirmations of:- “I am worthy.” “I can achieve my dreams.” The more I practiced, the more my confidence grew. Self-talk matters a lot. It shapes and programs how you see the world and yourself. What’s one negative thought you’ll replace with a positive one today? Share it and make the shift on the way to aspiring parenthood. #SoulfulConnections #SoulfulJourney #ConnectWithin #AlignWithYourSoul #SoulfulParenthood #SoulfulGrowth

You thought motherhood would be a breeze. After all, you read all the books, prepared for everything, and felt ready. Then reality hit—the toddler throwing peas, the sleepless nights, the endless demands. Suddenly, all your best efforts seemed to vanish in an instant. Despite your accomplishments, those moments left you feeling like a failure. Social media didn’t help, with its endless parade of curated perfection. But then, you began to reflect. Where was the harshest criticism in your life coming from? You made a list—friends, family, colleagues, the internet. Their words echoed guilt louder than applause. Anger bubbled up, but beneath it, deeper emotions emerged. Was it the fear of judgment? Or was it loneliness? You noticed a pattern: those voices of criticism belonged to people wrestling with their own struggles. That realization shifted something inside you. What if instead of reacting, you chose to respond with kindness? A hug here, a compliment there—it felt awkward at first but slowly became liberating. And then, something incredible happened. Those same people began to open up, sharing their vulnerabilities and challenges too. You realized motherhood isn’t about chasing perfection. It’s about connection. It’s about transforming negativity into understanding, and isolation into empathy. And in the process, you found something even greater: the possibility of healing—not just for yourself but also for others. #Motherhood #MentalHealth #Postpartum