Motherhood as a Spiritual Practice
Namaste, everyone🌸 Today, I want to talk about what I believe to be an often unrecognized but very real spiritual practice—motherhood. Yes, you heard me right! What could be more transformative and profound than this incredible journey?
Motherhood: A Path to Self-Discovery
When I first became a mother, I thought I understood what patience and love truly meant. But, oh, how wrong I was! Motherhood has taught me that these concepts go far beyond what I had previously imagined. It’s like a marathon that never ends, with each day bringing new lessons and challenges.
Expectations vs. Reality
Let’s be honest: in today’s world, there’s immense pressure on us. Everywhere we look, successful mom bloggers showcase perfect families, spotless homes, and dinners with ten different dishes. But it’s important to remember that behind those pictures are countless attempts and sometimes failures, as well as the help of nannies or relatives. This isn’t a reason to devalue your own efforts. Instead, let’s view motherhood as an opportunity to learn something new about ourselves.
Spiritual Practice in Everyday Life
Motherhood isn’t just about diapers and sleepless nights. It’s a deep inner work that can bring true harmony and personal growth—or, conversely, depression and disappointment. Being a mother is not only one of the greatest challenges for a woman, but also one of the greatest joys. Imagine that every morning or night, when you wake up to your baby’s cries, it’s not just a signal to feed but an invitation to meditate on patience and unconditional love.
The Importance of Self-Care
And let’s not forget about ourselves, dear moms. If your “inner cup” is empty, you won’t have anything to share with others. Self-care isn’t selfish; it’s a necessity. For me, this can be incredibly difficult. Sometimes, feelings of guilt surface because we were taught to sacrifice everything for our children. But I think it’s clear that from a place of sacrifice, it’s hard to be the best version of ourselves. So, for me personally, this is definitely an area that needs work. This also includes the need to ask for help so that you can carve out time for yourself. Valuing, loving, and caring for yourself is natural!
The Influence of Social Media
In the world of social media, it’s easy to forget that the true value of motherhood isn’t measured by likes, followers, or pretty pictures. It seems like every other Instagram blogger has already reached the top, and their life is one big celebration. But behind those beautiful images often lies hard work and an imperfect reality. Our task is to learn to value ourselves regardless of external factors and to find harmony within ourselves.
Children Are Mirrors
And of course, children constantly mirror our own childhood traumas and blocks. They have a remarkable way of highlighting areas we need to work on, and for that, we can only thank them. If, in a triggering situation, we turn our attention inward and ask ourselves, “Why did this bother me just now?” we have an excellent opportunity for self-reflection. You can learn and understand so much about yourself!
Motherhood is a unique chance to delve into yourself, discover new facets of your personality, and learn to live in harmony with the world and yourself. Approach motherhood as a spiritual practice, and you’ll be amazed at how much your life can change.
I’d love to hear your thoughts and experiences on this topic. How has motherhood transformed you? Do you see it as a spiritual journey as well? Share your stories, insights, and challenges—let’s continue this conversation together. Your journey matters, and I’m here to support and learn from each other.
Anastasia Holistic Sage🌿
