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As we approach two years into the pandemic, I find myself teetering on the edge of a breakdown… yet again. Just the other day, my daughter snapped at me after I repeated a question about a test she had taken at school. Her tone was enough to send me into a spiral.
This morning, I went for a run and completely forgot my earbuds, phone, and wallet—things I typically rely on for a post-run Diet Coke to kickstart my day. How could I overlook such essential items that were right in front of me as I rushed out to get the kids ready for school?
After my partner, Alex, left some belongings at my place following the holiday break, I lost my cool when he suggested I bring them to him next time. I reminded him that I had enough on my plate and that he needed to take responsibility for his own things.
Like many of us, my already overstretched mind is constantly racing. The to-do list never seems to end, and if I don’t keep things moving, items get lost, forgotten, or overlooked. And guess who is left to clean up the mess? That’s right—me.
From a young age, I learned that if I wanted something done, I had to do it myself. As women, we often shoulder the responsibility for not only ourselves but also everyone around us. But once you become a mom, your mind operates like a high-speed train, and it doesn’t stop for anything. Whether you’re feeling unwell, dealing with PMS, or simply trying to catch some sleep, your thoughts never truly rest. This relentless mental load is why so many of us feel like we’re on the brink of losing it constantly.
Here we are, entering a new year. But let’s be honest—new years don’t hold much significance for moms. It’s the same routine on repeat, especially during these challenging times with COVID and the current state of schools. We know that mothers have been among the hardest hit during this pandemic—worrying about the safety of their families, managing work-from-home situations, and still being expected to care for children.
Somehow, my kids and partner seem shocked when I finally snap. After being nice and asking multiple times for help—whether it’s taking out the trash or loading the dishwasher—we are often met with silence, as if no one hears our pleas until we raise our voices in frustration.
Most moms I know are just one misplaced shoe, empty toilet roll, or sleepless night away from losing it, especially now. We’ve been vocal about needing help; we’ve made it clear that we’re overwhelmed, yet it often feels like no one is listening.
So, consider this my breaking point (yet again). You’ve been warned.
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