A mantra is a word or a phrase that is repeated often. Some of you may be familiar with the use of mantras in prayer or meditation, but the use of repeated phrases can also be used in more of a general way when coping with intense emotions. Some people may consider a mantra to be an affirmation.
Many moms that I work with have found the use of mantras to be effective in helping them cope with feelings of anxiety, frustration, overwhelm, inadequacy, uncertainty, loneliness and more. I have compiled a list of 10 mantras which may be especially helpful for moms. As with anything, you can adapt my suggestions to fit you and your needs.
The first mantra on the list is one of my favorite mantras is a variation on something I believe I once read by Thich Nhat Hanh. I am almost certain that it was Thich Nhat Hanh that inspired me, but couldn’t find the original quote that inspired me when looking to include it here, so I could be mistaken.
Here are the 10 mantras for moms:
1. I have what I need. Right here. Right now.
2. I am learning and growing as my children learn and grow.
3. My child doesn’t need a perfect mom.
4. I know my child best.
5. I’ve got this.
6. I can get through this.
7. I have the tools to handle this.
8. I can ask for help if I need it.
9. Breathe.
10. I can take a break when I need one.
2. I am learning and growing as my children learn and grow.
3. My child doesn’t need a perfect mom.
4. I know my child best.
5. I’ve got this.
6. I can get through this.
7. I have the tools to handle this.
8. I can ask for help if I need it.
9. Breathe.
10. I can take a break when I need one.
Please feel free to share your favorite mantras with other moms by leaving a comment below.
Sarah
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Come to think of it, I don’t have one or haven’t consciously kept one.
A mantra that comes to mind is “I am who I am.”
Thanks for the mantras you’ve shared. They are great for a start but they also make me think of mine.
I can totally relate to all 10, yes and we learn as we go along, I learned so much from my son to and continue to learn from even now he’s 34.
All Mom’s need this visible Dx
I love this one, Maria! Thanks so much for sharing.
Thank you so much for you comment. It is so true, we are always learning from our children, no matter their age.