Can I be honest for second?
Every summer when my kids are home from school, I get this overwhelming feeling that maybe I'm just not cut out for this anymore...
Trying to run a business, manage my home, write a book, and everything else that needs my attention ... let's just say hearing "mommy!" 50 times a day make it a little more ... challenging.
It almost feels like there aren't enough hours in the day to be both a good mom and pursue what God is calling me to do.
(and guess who just interrupted me while writing this email ...)
Back to what I was saying 😅
It can be tough trying to juggle all that's required of us. But if we're not careful and we don't take inventory of our emotions, the pressure of our responsibilities can trick us into thinking things like:
"Maybe I'm not called anymore ..."
"Maybe my gifts are done making room for me..."
"Maybe I should just quit ..."
And that couldn't be further from the truth. You've just got more on your plate and your capacity has changed (for the time being).
It reminds me of when I went from a mom of one to a mom of two... and whew! What I THOUGHT I knew about motherhood, yea ... I had to relearn everything. Going from one to two, felt like going from one to seven!
I had to relearn how to:
Manage my time.
Entertain two little people at the same time- even though there was a five year age gap.
Function with a broken sleep pattern.
Not lose myself in the mix of motherhood.
And sooooo much more.
It was a lot.
But here's what else I learned, just because it's challenging in *one particular season*, doesn't mean it'll last forever.
Now, don't get me wrong, it's still challenging when I'm having to juggle multiple things at once, but I've been at this long enough to know the truth behind it.
So, every summer, I give myself grace so that I can show up where I'm needed the most. That means ...
Weekly emails slow down.
I change up my content schedule.
And I'm more selective about what opportunities I say yes to.
And guess what, when that season comes to an end, I pick right back up where I left off. And YOU CAN TOO.
So, if you've been in a season that's more challenging than others, hold on to this truth:
The gift isn't gone.
Nor is it time to quit.
You've just got a little more on your plate right now, but with some intentionality you can create a new balance and keep going until you make it through.
Just give it some time, sis. You'll get there.
xoxo,
Taneshia
2 comments
Thank you, I needed this reminder. <3;
This newsletter hit home very hard. I’m a single mom with a beautiful daughter with special needs. She’s five but since she’s been born I’ve been experiencing a lot financially instability. I just had to quit my job again for the 20th millionth time because I truly need flexibility in order to truly be there for my daughter. Now I’m back the drawing board and looking at my business ideas and plan and asking God how can you use me and my gifts? How can everything turn out for my good? – signed a hopeful but tired mom