This morning was definitely one of those mornings. The alarm clock’s incessant beeping jolted me awake, and I could feel the irritation brewing from the moment I opened my eyes. After a long four-day weekend, the boys were slow to rise, and we were all struggling to slip back into our usual school-day rhythm. Teeth brushing and lunch packing became a frantic race against the clock, and breakfast turned into a chaotic attempt to eat dry cereal on the way out the door—only to have it spill all over the car floor just as we were about to leave.
You know those mornings, right? Nothing catastrophic has happened; life is overall good. But somehow, you just feel off—irritable, frustrated, a bit down. Maybe you had a silly spat with your partner that you can’t even recall. Perhaps you’re overwhelmed with a challenging work assignment, or you found an annoying comment on social media. You might just be tired, hungry, or dealing with some hormonal shifts. Or maybe you’re just at your wit’s end with the endless requests for help: “Mom, can you wipe my butt?” or “Mom, he’s bothering me!” or “Mom, there’s a mess in the living room!”
Whatever the cause, we all experience those days from time to time. And while there’s no shortage of well-meaning advice from psychologists and parenting gurus—exercise, meditate, slow down—sometimes, you just don’t want to hear it. On mornings like today, all I really need is a little grace, a hefty dose of forgiveness, and reassurance that I’m not a terrible mom, even if I did yell at my kids to hurry up loudly enough for the neighbors to hear.
Practical Advice for Chaotic Mornings
What I really want is some practical advice for those chaotic mornings. Here’s what I wish someone would suggest:
- Find Your Sanctuary: Locate the farthest room in your house from anyone else—maybe a bathroom or a closet. If necessary, retreat to the deepest corner of the basement.
- Lock the Door: Ensure you’re alone in your safe space.
- Let It Out: Scream out every curse word you can think of. Invent some new ones if that helps. Scream them again for good measure.
- Reach Out: Text a good friend who won’t be shocked by your language and share your grievances.
- Wallow a Bit: Allow yourself to vent, complain, or even shed a few tears if you need to. Feel free to mutter some more expletives while you’re at it.
- Return to Reality: Unlock the door and step back into the chaos.
And if that doesn’t cut it, you can always try the classic techniques of deep breathing, meditation, or simply reminding yourself that this too shall pass—this too shall freaking pass.
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Conclusion
In summary, we all have those challenging mornings where nothing seems to go right. Instead of struggling through alone, it’s important to acknowledge the chaos and give yourself permission to feel frustrated. Remember, you’re not alone in this journey.
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