Episode #4: The Need to Escape

Is anyone else just…exhausted?  Irritable?  

You can tell when you get to that point when you need a break because the following starts to happen:

-you feel like you are in the twilight zone

-you have a VERY short fuse

-everything and everyone irritates you

-you want to be left alone…all the time

-you start yelling WAY faster than you used to

-You are basically not feeling yourself and need a recharge.  Anyone?

-I am not saying a trip with kids…nope.  In fact, https://www.mabelandmoxie.com/The+Best+Places+For+Moms+To+Vacation+By+Themselves  talks about the difference between a trip with kids and a vacation.

-If your kids are covered and your budget allows…a mini mama vacation might be the perfect thing!

-In order for us to stay healthy and happy mentally, alone time is not a luxury…it’s a necessity!

-Time away is not selfish or a shows weakness…but is a necessity for you and your family.

Think about what is relaxing for YOU!

Benefits:

-rested

-more patient

-refocus on just being with your kids

-find yourself again (goals, dreams, aspirations)

-kids get special time with other family members

-catch up on YOUR life

Trip Ideas:

-Local 

-Another city (domestic) – check out these ideas:

1. Nashville, TN

2. Austin, TX

3. Savannah, GA

4.  Napa Valley or Sonoma, CA

5.  Key West, FL

 
Another episode...we'll talk about international getaways!

Action Plan:

-Plan in advance (if possible)

-WRITE IT DOWN!

-Decide if you will go alone or with friends and where you will go

-Build it into your budget

-Get creative

-Ask family and friends for ideas or giftcards

-Look for DEALS!

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