5 Things Motherhood Has Taught Me. Hey everyone, I hope you are well. In today’s post, I will be sharing five things Motherhood has taught me. The number 5 is becoming my favourite number now. I wonder why? Probably because I always give my daughter a High-Five when she has done something extraordinary. Anyway, let’s jump right into the post.
5 Things Motherhood Has Taught Me
Love Is Real
Yes, you guys, Love Is Real. I don’t care what anyone says to me about ‘Love’. It’s real. As a parent, you experience Love every day, and you show love every day. Without love, there’s no happiness. Love can get you anywhere you want to be in life. Love is unconditional, pure and innocent. There is no other way around it.
You are Capable Of Anything
Although I was very excited about becoming a mother, I was filled with so much about raising a child. Within the last five years, I have been through depression hit the lowest point of my life, shutting people out, even my family. However, I bounced back, and I have seen so much growth in my ability to grow from a young girl to a young woman than I have in the last 23 years of my life. I have also achieved more things such as successfully passing through my first year of college, juggling between full-time Education, working part-time at the weekend, work placements, and being a mother. Now I’m halfway through my second year and working towards Higher National Certificate.
Be True To Yourself
Life is a very tough journey we all have to face, unfortunately. There is no point in pretending to be somebody you are not and then struggling to keep up with it. You are better off on your own, other than live a life filled with negative energy. If people complain about something that makes you happy, shut them out. Life is too short.
Leadership
Parenting is like leadership. This is because you are raising a child, and the child will grow up and copy everything you do. That is why parents are advised to put a ‘good example’ in front of their children. However, we all know that is never the case, and it is challenging because you only know about yourself and what your parents taught you. In this case, you take leadership into your own hands. Listen to advice, good or bad and make your judgement. Show your children that it’s okay to be yourself. It’s okay to have ‘weird dreams’ that people never understand.
Unique
We are all unique. Everyone is different. For example, the way you drink water is other than how the person next to you drinks water. Are you kidding me? Do you mean you have not noticed that yet? Some people use a straw for drinking water, some people don’t even use a cup, and some people make some ‘mourning’ sound while drinking water. And that’s okay. People just got to accept themselves first, and then people will follow you. Remember, it takes one man with a passion for art to create one Masterpiece of art.
I hope you enjoyed this post. Motherhood is a lifetime journey. Once you are a mother, you will be a mother. Many things will come and go from different angles in life. Motherhood will always be there. Even if you sadly lost a child, you will do whatever it takes to have another child. Remember, Motherhood is a gift, so do not take it for granted when it is given to you.
Talk soon.
23 Comments
Angie
I love this! Motherhood teaches us so many things! Having grown up with only sisters, my three boys have given me a crash course in the rough and tumble life lol
Kiwi
I love that being a mom taught you leadership. I think people underestimate how moms are leaders but they are big time!
Debra Roberts
Motherhood is especially rough when they become young adults and blame you for everything wrong in their life. I wish someone would have prepared me for this because I would have taught and guided them to prepare better for potential struggles in life.
Lyosha
That is so sweet! I am sure being a mother is very important, parenting makes you grow so much! I can’t wait to see it for myself
Thuy
All my mommy friends always tell me that you never know the kind of unconditional love or your own capacity to love until you have a child. Maybe one day, I’ll have my own kid(s) and see what I learn about myself through it.
LAura Linklater
I loved all of this! Especially the bit about becoming a leader. I find that knowing I’m being watched all the token is pretty daunting but also that it’s made me step up to become closer to the woman I want my babies emulate.
Alexandra
These are very good points. You seem very wise and I’d attribute that you having become a mother. Another thing I’ve learned is that Motherhood makes you fierce! You are willing to do anything to make sure your children have what they need in life to succeed. It’s like it gives you extra power you didn’t know you had. At least that’s my experience.
Kelly Martin
This is so beautiful. Definitely a must read for all mums!
Subhashish Roy
So very true. Mothers have the real opportunities to be the role model for their children. Every action of theirs leaves a mark. Wonderful post.
Lindsay Brown
Awe I love this post because it is all so true! I have learned so many things about myself and life since becoming a mama. It truly is an amazing experience.
Dreams Abroad
Thank you for sharing. I believe all mothers should read this amazing post.
Laura
Beautiful lessons for sure! Kids have a way of making everything more beautiful!
Sarah Emery
Ha ha! The number 5, with giving high 5’s 😉 Motherhood is truly a heroine experience. You all, are super heros. I’m so grateful for my mother and everything she has accomplished, provided and taught me. Thank goodness for Moms 🙂
Sushmita
Wow! That is a pretty strong post! 🙂
Every mom is unique and that is something only motherhood can teach 🙂
Wonderful post! 🙂
Luna S
This was a great read! I have learned many of these as well being a parent, and love that you added being unique! I agree everyone is different and has different ways of doing things and that is okay.
Mariam
So true – I feel you on all of these and even more! Motherhood has changed me in so many ways – and in a good way. I’m more patient, less negative, more open, less control-freakish – I think it’s made me a better person!
Katrina
I don’t know how moms do it! Being an aunty has taught me a lot of patience.
Maureen Spencer- "So Many Places! So Little Time!"
Thanks Sonia. As they say – “Don’t sweat the small stuff!”. Just enjoy your little princess. Time goes by so fast!
Karen
You said it! It is amazing what we are all capable of, and motherhood forces you to realize how strong you are.
Christina
Lol motherhood teaches us soooo much, i have 2 little girls who are toddlers and the main lesson is PATIENCE smh, i learn new lessons in patience everyday. Thanks for sharing this
Samantha
Great post! Motherhood definitely changes and shapes women into things we never knew we could be. Enjoy the journey!
Tracy C
You will learn even more about yourself as the kids get older! You’ll be amazed at what all you will be able to accomplish and do.
Chelsea
These are great words of wisdom! I don’t know how you mama’s do it!