Today was a great day! Thankful for sunshine and family time! Today felt like a fresh start, a new day! Living with chronic illness is tough especially on my mental health and there are hard days and weeks. But I’m thankful for Gods grace, where my weakness is met with His Strength! I’ll continue to remember one day at a time, more healing each day! 🩷

If you need to hear some encouragement too, Start again, try again, keep going!

Park time, grocery shopped @traderjoes stopped for a treat at Mavericks! I was craving a slurpee 😬

#sahm #momlife #minivlog #sunday #chronicillness

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... Read moreLiving with chronic illness while managing the dynamic life of a stay-at-home mom (SAHM) of three children is a unique journey of resilience and grace. Many moms like me face the daily challenges of fluctuating symptoms that affect both physical and mental health. What has helped me most is embracing each day as a fresh start, focusing on small moments of joy and nurturing my spirit. For example, spending time at the park with my kids offers a refreshing change of scenery and a chance to breathe in nature, which boosts my mood and energy. Simple outings, like grocery shopping at Trader Joe's, can become moments of accomplishment, reminding me I'm still able to care for my family despite limitations. Indulgences like stopping for a favorite treat, such as a slurpee from Mavericks, may seem small but provide a sweet reward and mental uplift. These little celebrations reinforce the idea of practicing self-kindness. Mental health often takes a hit when dealing with chronic conditions. I find strength in spiritual faith and the encouragement to 'start again, try again, keep going'—words that resonate deeply during difficult times. Sharing these experiences through vlogs and social media hashtags like #sahm, #momlife, and #chronicillness also creates a supportive community where others can relate and find hope. If you are navigating similar struggles, remember that healing isn’t always linear, but each day brings new grace and the potential to reconnect with joy. Prioritizing family moments, seeking small pleasures, and embracing self-compassion can profoundly enhance your quality of life, even when illness feels overwhelming.

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