
Eric and me 13 years ago!
Hey there, amazing young moms! We all know that motherhood is a journey filled with incredible highs and, well, challenging lows. From the sleepless nights to the endless responsibilities, we’re constantly juggling more than we ever thought possible. And sometimes, even with the best intentions, we find ourselves in situations where we think we’ve let our kids down.
I recently found myself in one of those situations. You know, the kind that leaves a pit in your stomach and an ache in your heart. I’m talking about the times when we feel like we could have done better – like when I almost missed an important paperwork deadline for my son. The guilt and self-loathing hit me hard, and no amount of showering, walking, or positive self-talk seemed to make a dent in that heavy feeling.
Can you relate? I bet you can. We all have our moments of self-doubt and anxiety, especially when it comes to our little ones. But today, I want to share with you a little secret that helped me turn the tide and move past those feelings of inadequacy – doTERRA Adaptiv essential oil blend.
First of all, let me tell you that you are not alone in this. We all make mistakes and second-guess ourselves. That’s just part of being a loving, caring mom. It’s natural to want the best for our kids, and sometimes that desire can lead to moments of overwhelming stress.
So, what did I do to shift my mood and find my center again? I turned to the power of essential oils. Specifically, doTERRA Adaptiv. It’s like a little bottle of calm and clarity rolled into one. With just a few drops in my hands, I rubbed them together and took a deep breath, then exhaled slowly – repeating this process nine times. It was almost like a mini-meditation, and I used that time to pray for a shift in my perspective.
And you know what? It worked. The aroma of doTERRA Adaptiv essential oil seemed to melt away the self-doubt and anxiety, leaving behind a sense of peace and clarity. It’s like giving yourself permission to hit the reset button on your emotions.
As moms, we often put our children’s needs before our own, and that’s a beautiful thing. But it’s also important to take care of ourselves, to find those little moments of self-care that can help us navigate the challenges that come our way. Essential oils, like doTERRA Adaptiv, offer a simple and effective way to engage our olfactory system and support positive mood shifts. It’s science – certain scents can trigger emotions and memories, helping us rewire our thought patterns and find a sense of balance.
So, to all you incredible young moms out there, know that you’re not alone in your moments of self-doubt. We’ve all been there, and we’ll be there again – it’s all part of the journey. But remember, you have the power to turn things around, to lift yourself up, and to find your way back to that place of confidence and love. And if a little bottle of doTERRA Adaptiv can be your secret weapon in those moments, then embrace it wholeheartedly. You’ve got this, mama!
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