sahm anxiety

Before motherhood, my life always included anxiety. It was all I knew because it was how I lived.   "What if..." was one of the most common phrases in my vocabulary.   Risks and dreams were squashed by the "what if...". 
Parental anxiety is a well-known worry that moms often feel. Even before becoming a mother, anxiety was constantly present in my life. It was a familiar feeling I had grown accustomed to, and I always thought, "What if...". This phrase seemed to be one of my vocabulary's most commonly used expressions. Whenever I considered taking a risk or pursuing my dreams, negative thoughts, and worries would creep in, and I would become paralyzed by the "what if" mentality.

However, after becoming a mother, I realized I needed to relearn how to take risks and face challenges. I wanted to be able to teach my children to do the same, but I knew that I could not do this if I continued to be held back by my fears and anxieties. I made a conscious effort to focus on positivity and gradually started to remove the negative thoughts holding me back.

Of course, it hasn't been easy. Overcoming anxiety is a bumpy journey that takes a lot of effort and commitment. But I know that it is worth it. I don't want my children to grow up in a world where "what if" dominates their thinking and limits their potential. Instead, I want to teach them to be confident, brave, and resilient in facing challenges.

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 ***TRIGGER WARNING!   This episode discusses depression, anxiety and suicidal thoughts.   It may not be appropriate for younger children or if these topics may cause a trigger.***

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I consider myself very blessed to be a stay at home mom (SAHM) and if I had to do it again, I would undoubtedly make the exact same choice.     However, I was a bit delusional on what it means to be a SAHM.   

Both Jackson and Mickey will be in school this year and the consistent question people ask is "What Am I Going To Do?"  My  number one priority will always be my husband and children, but this question feels like another sign that my identity is solely based on being a mother and wife and any other identity is lost.   This is my perspective and my story.    I am only speaking for myself.  

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