New Year, New Me doesn’t work with motherhood.
let’s be honest, many people say “New Year, New Me” and fall into the same habits. yes we can always strive to be better moms. although saying things, brings on another unrealistic load. you don’t need a new year to better yourself, when you can strive to do it daily.
1. motherhood is ongoing. not resettable.
• the “new me” saying feels like you’re wiping your slate clean, but motherhood never ends. nothing resets, nothing changes at midnight other than the year. you’ll still be sleep deprived. you’ll still have to change diapers, pack snacks, deal with toddler attitude, and everything else that comes with being a mom.
2. it centers productivity over humanity.
• the saying almost DEMANDS more. but motherhood is already demanding as it is. you’re constantly putting out. adding self-improvement pressure can disconnect moms from their bodies and needs. don’t put too much on yourself.
3. It dismisses identity integration.
• don’t try to replace who you were. instead combine yourself with who you are now. don’t worry about fixing yourself for a new year. grace yourself, love yourself, and understand that motherhood shouldn’t be a demand for more.
