When Being a single mum and working full time feels like a juggling act.

Sis…You ever get to the end of the day and think, "I’m holding it together… but just barely"?

You’re working full time, keeping the house in order, replying to everyone else’s messages, checking in on your people and somehow you’re supposed to keep yourself together in the middle of all that?

You start feeling guilty for needing rest. Guilty for not replying. Guilty for just wanting five minutes to think. And here's the thing… when life feels chaotic, we start trying to control the only things we can, usually by doing more, pleasing more, or ignoring our needs entirely.

Here's a lill something simple for you: Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs. Remember that pyramid from school? Yeah, that. It's not just theory. It’s a checklist your nervous system is begging you to follow. Because when the world feels out of control, you have to go back to the basics.

• A decent meal that isn’t beige and from a packet

• Stretching in my softest gym leggings, even if I don’t go to the gym

• A 10 minute YouTube pilates flow to tone that peach again

• Micro naps with the kids, yes, even if the house is messy. Messy house over messy mind... No shame

• A few deep breaths with both hands on my chest, reminding myself, “You’re safe right now.” or scream into the pillow.

  
  

These things won’t fix everything. But they'll remind you that you're not powerless. And that showing up for yourself isn’t selfish, it’s survival.

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Disclaimer: What I share is not intended to diagnose or replace therapy. Always seek support from a licensed professional when needed.