"Realize! You possess extraordinary power as a mother!"
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Being a mother is a joyful and fulfilling experience for many women. Besides many great tips on how to be an empowered woman, Alinear Indonesia wants to provide some specific points for mothers that deserve greater attention.
Remain Yourself
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Many women feel they lose their identity after having children. Their own needs tend to be neglected in favor of caring for and raising the next generation. However, it's important to remember that your life doesn't stop just because you become a parent. While the time for hobbies or activities you enjoy might decrease, continue to be yourself, because all moments and time will come exactly when you believe they will.
Being an empowered mother who takes time for herself and attends to her own emotional needs makes you a better parent, as you will consciously or unconsciously present the best version of yourself.
Recognize That Opinions Are Just That: "Opinions"
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Everyone has an opinion about almost everything, even things they may not fully understand. Whether it's your mother-in-law telling you that you should do this or that with your child. There are countless different thoughts and perspectives on everything related to parenting methods. However, remember, an opinion is just an opinion. You don't need to get carried away by your emotions when there are differing opinions. Just listen and do what you feel is comfortable for you.
Opinions from those around you will, to some extent, help you overcome problems you'll face in the coming days or phases of raising your child.
Embrace Your Imperfections
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Don't blame yourself or imagine that you are always wrong. No one is perfect, and that means no mother is perfect. That's natural! However, don't neglect your child or always insist that you are right. Because that's wrong!
Reminding yourself that you're not a bad parent when mistakes happen can help you tackle problems with an open mind – and conversely, excessive ego can worsen situations within your small family.
Support Your Children Kindly & Firmly
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There's nothing more beautiful than defending your child. However, don't overdo it or become so oblivious that you fail to see your entire small family, which has been built on a stronger foundation since the arrival of your child.
There are times when you can and should speak up, and times when you should be silent and observe your family's situation. By doing things in a balanced way and setting aside your emotions, it will not only help your child but also your entire family, and make you feel more empowered and confident in being a mother.
Remember That Being a Mother Is Like Running a Marathon!
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If you're a mother, you're in it for the long haul. You're raising a child who will eventually grow into a successful, healthy, and happy adult. Just like marathon runners who need to constantly push themselves and also remember why they love the sport, remind yourself of the reasons for being a mother on days when it feels hard – and also, think about all you've accomplished so far.
This can help strengthen you and simultaneously remind you that you are a confident and strong woman doing a crucial job and role: raising the next generation to be better, more loving, and broad-minded individuals, beneficial to their environment and surroundings.
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Conclusion:
You are the guiding light for the future foundation of your family, and your work has a tremendous impact on life. Avoid and set aside your emotions as you navigate life as a mother. And, remember that you can certainly raise your child by filtering the various opinions or advice you hear, and doing it your way.
