In Search of Contentment

Of late, I keep hearing this: Working moms face dilemma leaving child-minding to others while stay-at-home-mothers face self-worth issues. One thing for sure, there's no perfect situation in any household. What's important is that we do the best we can, with whatever resources and strength made available to us. 

Sometimes we need to reach out for help and support. We're not alone, and sharing our concerns doesn’t make us any weaker. We have to learn to take care of our emotional and spiritual needs before we attempt to make situations around us perfect. As each of us has made a decision (to work or to stay home) it’s best to move forward and face life as it is. 

Please don’t look back and whine or lament what things SHOULD be. Instead, stop for moment, look around and give thanks to Almighty because life’s challenges are meant to enable us discover the best within us. Count those endless blessings, because contentment comes with gratefulness. Almighty knows best….

Sheen Mars is a SAHM who is on a journey of continuous learning. She especially enjoys exploring and sharing her personal thoughts and opinions, as she reflects on her life as a SAHM. Discover more about Sheen's Thoughts.