Unappreciated & Unaccoutable
I was talking to one of my friends the other day about being depressed and feeling unappreciated. We also started talking about the differences between staying home and working. Lately I have been feeling pretty bad about myself because I feel like I am failing in so many areas of my life: I feel like I need to be a better wife, a better mother, and a much better housekeeper. I always feel like if I make progress in one area, I take multiple steps back in the other areas! I guess this is just a part of life and that’s where balance comes in. I told my friend that the hardest thing for me since I’ve started staying home is yearning for the sense of accomplishment and appreciation. I know that being a mother is the most important job in the world; however, I don’t feel accountable to anyone. I know my kids count on me, but they could really care less if I let them watch TV all day or not! I am pretty hard on myself (I always have been), but I feel like since I stay home and “don’t work,” I should be able to get much more accomplished! I have been noticing, though, that many times, you do not see the fruits of your labor until you’ve forgotten about all of the work you’ve done!
What do you feel is the hardest part about working/staying home?
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Thank you so much for posting this-I have also been struggling with keeping balance and a sense of accomplishment as a stay at home mom lately. I have the best of intentions to stick to a schedule, but then life gets in the way. Since I’m not held accountable by anyone other than my family, I find it difficult to get on track once again…
I feel bad because I don’t have any suggestions to offer on how to make it easier or better, but I think sometimes just knowing that we’re not alone helps a little. I also find it very hard not to fall back into old routines!