VISHAL GAIKWAD✨’s Post

😌 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

The Two-Line Test failed. , , Even after four long years, This time also. In that soul-crushing moment, it felt like all the hope had been drained out of me. As a working professional, I was used to be solving problems through sheer determination and hard work. But nothing could have prepared me for the emotional rollercoaster towards infertility. Both of us tried to stay positive through the endless clinic visits, injections and invasive procedures. But the constant disappointments and stress were taking a heavy toll. By end of day, we had emotional wrecks – either fighting back tears or lashing out in anger and frustration. After four long years, I tried mindfulness from the wisdom shared from one of my office colleagues to find some relaxation and resilience. At first, I found it skeptical, but looking back to the resentments I made the choice and gave it an try. As the mind was whirling with fears about the ability to ever have a child. But soon, the meditating exercises helped anchor me to the present. Guided meditation awakened me to get connected with self and the beauty of the world around me, and beyond our baby struggles. Mindfulness didn't make our fertility issues magically disappear immediately. But allowed us to stop fighting uncomfortable thoughts and feelings and develop self-compassion during one of the darkest periods of my life. With a newfound sense of presence and peace, we were able to see ourselves look worthy in the downtime of thoughts. If you're struggling with infertility and looking for ways to reduce anxiety, resentment or sadness, I encourage you to explore mindfulness. It provides a lifeline of inner resilience and boosts self-care and confidence. Mindfulness practices help us stay grounded during life's biggest storms and not only that they align us to healthier state of mind. That's the stage when you will get the clarity of what actions needs to be taken to live towards a meaningful parenthood. Regards Vishal BG #soulfulconnections #parenthood #MindfulnessMatters #InfertilityAwareness #InfertilitySupport #MentalHealth #EmotionalWellbeing #StressSolutions

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

Shoutout to all the mums and dads out there, showing up in the day at work and showing up every morning/evening as a parent. And in my case today, all night - I’ve literally had 1hrs sleep typing this out. As a dad of two (5 & 1), thankfully both healthy, it can be f-ing tough! From teething to sleep regressions, or simply a straight up flu/bug. If parenthood was a game, we're currently stuck on the same level 'minimal sleep' with our little man. If I'm honest, it can be hard dialling in at the start of the day to hear how restful everyone else's nights/weekends were, waiting for them to ask you how yours was... trying to remember/think of what to say. It's a topic I've not seen discussed much from a dad's POV, so I thought it was time I did my bit to help normalise the conversation. I love my job. I love working in the industry I do. My colleagues are the best. And, that's part of what makes it hard. I want to be the best version of myself, everyday. For myself, and for my colleagues and clients. I'd like to think 97% of the time I am, but there are days when you have to take the pressure off yourself. For a long time, I tried to put being a dad in a box from 9am-5:30pm (we all know those hours look different in marketing) and then getting frustrated when the night goes a bit pete tong. But, I've come to learn that this just makes the situation worse, at least in my case. Being a parent has made such a positive impact on my character and how I approach being a leader and people manager. Any dads out there needing a chat, my DMs are open! #parenting #parenthood #dadlife #normalisingtheconversation

I don't think people understand the real reason why becoming a parent being difficult. , , Have you asked? Why?  Yes we all know? Why we fail or delay to become a parent? Never worked on self! Living the life as it comes being lethargic and lazy. Never given time for self-care! No rituals no me time. Became workaholic! Run behind targets without maintaining balance. No time for the partner! Never shared the thoughts feelings with him/her, knowing and listen to them. Being a zombie! Thinking for self and not knowing how to nurture and care for the relations! Being irresponsible! Not knowing why went into relationship without any purpose! All above things seem normal, let’s ignore and move ahead! Is it like that way? If yes, then you are delaying the journey becoming a parent. No, these are some of the things I went through and waited for seven long years becoming a parent. Frustrated, overwhelmed, not knowing what is destined? But when I started my spiritual journey in 2017, I started getting aware of the facts to get aligned with the inner self. This gave me the clarity of what things is to be and how am I doing them till then! Everything has it’s time we all listen from the ancestors and guru’s. But the time is now parents. Take charge, have the belief in self and start healing not only self but the family and environment. You will find the shift of energies that will stand beside you and help you get aligned on the journey towards a nurturing parenthood! For more such follow me Vishal for such insights to heal inner self and the people around. P.S. in comments your views to help find ways or drop a DM if you are in a phase finding it awaiting becoming a parent. Regards Soulful Connections #vishalgaikwad #soulfulconnections #parenthood #innerhealing #MindfulnessMatters #InfertilityAwareness #InfertilitySupport #MentalHealth #EmotionalWellbeing #StressSolutions #motherhood

The power of moods: When I’m in a good mood, I feel strong, I can cope, I’m friendly and relaxed. When I’m in a bad mood, everything seems harder, I struggle more, and I’m generally not such a nice person. Everyone experiences bad moods in different ways, some become more critical of themselves and of others. Some people become insecure, some feel alone or angry or attacked or defensive. Isn’t it amazing how our mood impacts how we experience life? So what do we do when we’re in a bad mood? Here are some simple steps: 1) Do nothing. Being in a bad mood is totally normal. Welcome to being human! 2) Be kind to yourself. Do something that is an act of kindness and self love. Ask yourself: how does my mood impact how I parent? How do my children’s moods impact our relationship? Do I see my kids’ differently depending on my mood? #parenting #ParentingTips #Parenthood #parentinghacks

🌸 Happy Mother’s Day! 🌸 Today marks nearly three years since I embarked on the incredible journey of motherhood. 💖 Let's be real—motherhood isn't for the faint of heart. But it's not about seeking an easy path; it's about finding fulfillment amidst the chaos. Here are five life hacks I've discovered along the way, and I'd love to hear yours: 1️⃣ **Get Moving**: Exercise isn't just about physical health—it's a lifeline for my emotional well-being and ADHD brain. Even on the toughest days, separating mind, that stops me from moving and body that wants to move forward reminds me of my resilience. 2️⃣ **Embrace Inspiration Over Judgment**: Every woman I meet has a story to tell and lessons to share. Motherhood often invites judgment, but I choose to see strengths and learn from others' journeys. 3️⃣ **Define Your Success**: Motherhood is as unique as we are. Define what fulfillment and good-enough motherhood mean to you. Comparison only hinders; clarity empowers. 4️⃣ **Ask for Help, Even if You're Strong**: Strength isn't about doing it all alone. Motherhood thrives on support—don't hesitate to reach out, even when you feel like you've got it covered. 5️⃣ **Invest in the Right Tools**: My iPhone Max isn't just a phone; it's my lifeline. It allows me to work, read, and unwind wherever I am. One device, multiple solutions. What are your top five tips as a mother and leader? Let's share wisdom and support each other on this incredible journey. 🌟 #Motherhood #Leadership #LifeHacks #HappyMothersDay 🌸

When I was younger, I never left the house without wearing earrings. But as the beautiful chaos of motherhood took over, I stopped putting them on. Sometimes it slipped my mind; other times, it just didn’t seem worth the effort. After I took some time to reflect on self-care and ways to bring more joy into my life, I realized how much I missed them. For the past several weeks, I’ve made it a point to wear my favorite pair of studs (pictured). ✨ This morning, while putting them on, I thought of you — are there small things you can do to reconnect with your pre-motherhood self? Self-care isn’t always about grand gestures; it's often found in the tiny moments that help you feel more like you. 💖 I encourage you to reflect on the little things that bring you joy. These small acts of self-care can fit into your day more easily than you think. It worked for me with my earrings, and it might just work for you, too! 🌼 What small act of self-care will you embrace today? Share your thoughts below, and let’s inspire each other! 💬 If you are hitting any roadblocks in making self-care a part of your everyday, let us know so we can help you! #SelfCare #DailyJoy #HappyMindset #SelfCareTips #ElevateYourDay #HappyMindsetApp #HappyMindsetMoment #everydayselfcare #selfcaresnapshots #BusyProfessionals #workingmom #MothersWithAmbition #WorkingMoms #CareerAndMotherhood #WomenInLeadership #MomGoals #AmbitiousMoms #MomCommunity #InspirationForMothers #CorporateMoms #WorkLifeBalance

Let's be honest; it can't always be all sunshine🌞 and rainbows🌈. ⁣ ⁣ Juggling the care of a young child is already challenging, and adding work commitments or other stresses can complicate things further. ⁣ ⁣ It's completely normal to feel the guilt of balancing work and kids. Remember, you're not alone in this. ⁣ We will inevitably feel pressured to do or say things we don't want to. It's normal to feel that way, but you don't have to follow societal norms. ⁣ ⁣ Society's expectations of parents can be overwhelming.⁣ ⁣⁣ You may have difficult in-laws or nosy next-door neighbours who make it their personal mission to tell you what you should be doing. ⁣ And how you've got it all wrong.⁣ ⁣ So, the next time your mother-in-law starts with her well-intentioned but unsolicited advice, try this: Acknowledge her effort, Thank her for the help, and Gently steer the conversation towards a more positive topic. ⁣ AND…….don't spiral down with the negative {mental} conversation you are having about the episode [easier said than done, but do your best]. ⁣ ⁣ The best way to avoid negativity is to avoid the negative thoughts you have about the people who make you feel guilty.  ⁣ ⁣ If you're feeling overwhelmed, don't let others bring you down further. ⁣ ⁣ Keep your chin up and focus on the positive.⁣ ⁣ You are a great parent and are doing a fabulous job.⁣ ⁣ #momguilt #momguiltisreal #reminder #worklifeintegration #motherhood #itsokaytonotbeokay #anxiety #feelings #breakthestigma #societalnorms #momlife #motherhood #momsofinstagram #parenting⁣ #mom #workingmom #workingmomlife #momstruggles #selfcare #mommylife #realmomlife⁣

Ever feel like you're walking a tightrope between keeping it all together and falling apart? Let's break it down: 50% of the time, you're struggling with the madness, wondering if your head might just explode from the sheer volume of tasks, tantrums, and endless to-do lists. From juggling work deadlines to managing household chores to soothing meltdowns, it's enough to make even the most organized parent feel like they're on the verge of a meltdown themselves. But here's the flip side: the other 50% of the time, your heart is swelling with an indescribable warmth and joy that makes it all worthwhile. It's in those moments of laughter, cuddles, and unconditional love that you realize just how lucky you are to be on this parental journey. So, how do we navigate this delicate balance between chaos and bliss? The key is finding ways to manage the madness while enjoying the happy moments. It's about embracing the chaos with a sense of humor, learning to prioritize what truly matters, and giving yourself permission to ask for help when you need it. Whether it's carving out time for self-care, setting boundaries at work, or simply taking a deep breath and reminding yourself that you're doing the best you can, remember this: you're not alone on this journey. We're all in this together, navigating the highs and lows of parenthood one day at a time. Tap to have a mom-to-mom conversation - https://lnkd.in/dkHdDdzQ #facts #parenting #mentalhealth #motherhood