I get burned out on being a mom sometimes. Then I feel bad that I’m burned out, and try to power through, but then I get more burned out. And then if I keep going, I’m likely to explode. I’m trying to notice the burnout feeling early and take a break before the “about toContinue reading “Burnout”
Author Archives: Michelle J
Consistency and Followthrough
In couples counseling, Alex and I are talking with our therapist about parenting. Our therapist says that when setting boundaries with our kids, the two most important things are consistency and followthrough. Be consistent with the rules, and follow through on what you tell the kids will happen when they follow or break the rules. Continue reading “Consistency and Followthrough”
Mom Squad
My friend J and I showed up at Holocene last night to go 80’s 90’s aerobics dancing, and as we arrived, a whole squad of other women was showing up. They were dressed to the nines in their aerobics gear: sweatbands, leotards, legwarmers, sequins, the whole nine. J and I were dressed up too, andContinue reading “Mom Squad”
80’s Dancing
Tonight I’m going 80’s & 90’s dancing. Yessssssssssssssssssssssssssss.
Why I Practice Martial Arts
My tai chi teacher asked me recently why I continue to train in martial arts, and what I want to get out of my training. I told her, “I just want to keep training.” There are endless mysteries to uncover within tai chi training. Uncovering mysteries and feeling a deeper sense of connection with theContinue reading “Why I Practice Martial Arts”
