The Gift of a Happy Mother: Letting Go of Perfection and Embracing Everyday Joy

About this book

A supportive guide that gives busy moms permission to care for themselves from a popular parenting blogger with one million Facebook followers "Would you rather have a perfect mom or a happy one?" This is the question that popular parenting blogger Rebecca Eanes couldnt get out of her head. So she asked her school-age son who didnt miss a beat in responding: "A happy one." Thus began a journey of reflection and repair work as Rebecca asked herself an even harder question: How can I rediscover everyday joy amid the chaos of schedules homework and housework--not to mention the guilt comparisons loneliness fear and overwhelm? In other words how can I become a happy mom again? In this relatable guide Rebecca walks readers through the process of getting back to happy for your own sake as well as your familys. Going beyond the usual advice about finding balance embracing gratitude and not sweating the small stuff her hard-won advice is written by a busy mom in the trenches. Topics include: Letting go of perfection (or anything close to it) Making peace with the past--including the pain of disappointment loss and the roads not taken Tuning in to your own wants and needs--and tuning out the comparisons "shoulds " and noise of social media Finding magic in the mess Choosing joy over fear and worry Creating healthy boundaries so that everyone in your life can thrive (including you!) Filled with fresh insights simple strategies and aha moments this is that rare book youll want to read share and return to for a booster shot of confidence connection and joy.