self talk Archives - The Many Little Joys

Next time you look at a picture-perfect photo, remember that there is almost always more to the story than meets the eye.

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What you DON’T see when you look at my picture-perfect photos

Have you ever felt overwhelmed by the popular phrase, "enjoy every moment"? If so, try these mantras instead...

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Dear Moms, You don’t have to enjoy every moment… (overcoming mom guilt)

If you ever feel discouraged that you are "that" mom you always said you'd never be, take heart and remember that you are doing more good than you think you are.

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I am THAT mom…

Moms have to do it all...or do they? When we understand the full cost of the choices we make, we are able to let go of perfectionism and better utilize our time and energy to focus on what matters most in life.

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Letting go of perfectionism: understanding opportunity cost in motherhood

Things we forget when we grow up

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Things we forget when we grow up

In a virtual world of "Pinterest perfection," let's remember to celebrate the beauty of the everyday, imperfect realities of life and motherhood, even when they don't seem particularly share-worthy.

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Motherhood Uncropped

Becoming a mom is exciting, exhausting, amazing, and overwhelming. This is the single BEST piece of advice I was given as a mom-to-be that saved me in the first week of motherhood.

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The one piece of advice every mom-to-be needs to hear

Motherhood is like running

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Motherhood is like running

How to beat a bad mood and get back to being a happy mom

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How to beat a bad mood and get back to being a happy mom

I gain strength and wisdom as I consider the many women who have gone before me, paving the way for my own journey through womanhood and motherhood.

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To the women who have gone before

The woman behind the mom

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The woman behind the mom

A reminder about what my messy house REALLY means...and why it's a good thing!

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Why I love the mess…