A Tired Mom's Guide to Creating a Life In Balance

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Confessions of a Tired Mom...

This lens is a tribute to tired moms everywhere.  Does that mean just about everyone with children living at home?  Maybe...  I've recently decided that I need more energy to rev up my home business, to be healthier and the keep up with my daughter.  This lens is about what I have found to give me more energy, save time and get me closer to my goals.

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One Tired Mom's Journey to Creating A Balanced Life

A sneak peek into my efforts to create more health, balance and energy in my life.
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Some Of My Favorite Books...

These books help me create a balanced life.

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Tired Moms Need To Take Care Of Themselves

Even if you work from home -- you need to take care of yourself

By nature, women are nurturers and care-takers. If someone within a 50 mile radius has a problem, a woman will try to help them! They spend their days caught up in a whirlwind of taking care of their families, housework and working their businesses. However, a WAHM can easily forget to take care of herself!

Yes, you work from home, and you may be able to conduct your business wearing sweat pants and bunny slippers, but that doesnít mean you should. Remember that every time you go out in public you are surrounded by potential business clients. You should look professional and well-groomed ñ you never know who you are going to run into!

Even if you stay locked-up in the house all day, it is important that you feel pretty.

When you look in the mirror and see a well-groomed, professional woman looking back at you, you will feel more confident and more competent in all areas of your life, including your business!

When you wake up in the morning, don't just throw on your old sweats. You donít have to wear a business suit either, but try to aim for something in the middle of the two choices. A simple shirt under a cardigan sweater and some nice jeans or slacks will do the trick.

If you simply do not have the time to wash and blow-dry your hair, put your hair in some Velcro rollers while you get breakfast ready. They will add body and style to your hair. Take five minutes to at lut on some mascara and lip gloss; and donít forget to add a spritz of perfume.

If the last time you bought yourself a new outfit has been so long the clothes you are wearing are coming back in style for the second time around, that is a clue you need to update your wardrobe!

When you accomplish a goal, celebrate by getting a manicure or pedicure. Keep your hairstyle fresh by getting a trim every few months. You may be a WAHM but you are still a woman! You deserve to feel special!

There are more ideas for taking good care of yourself in momsenergysecrets.com

A Little Inspiration

This video inspires me to work toward creating a beautiful environment for my family.
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