When we can accept that our critical thoughts are not inherent, it makes it easier to accept we can rewire these critical thoughts with more compassionate thoughts.

What if it were possible to be the mom who approached life as cool, calm, and collected (for the most part)? The mom who knows shit happens and nothing is perfect? The mom who has her moments, but generally doesn’t let it spiral out of control?

Let me save you the time and swirl that I swam in yesterday and share three tips for redirecting your focus FAST when you’re drowning in distractions.

This article was originally published in Working Mother Magazine in June 2021. Working Mother Magazine has unfortunately stopped publication and its articles are no longer accessible. I’m republishing this article here, because I believe it’s an important voice that needs to be heard.

“How the heck am I supposed to build strong working relationships virtually?”

I’m not usually the one looking for life’s big lessons in everyday events, BUT here we go…