“When the chaos of summer had me feeling overwhelmed, I stumbled upon The Frustrated Yogi. Let me tell you, it felt incredibly liberating!” — A mom who wished to remain anonymous while “taking a break” behind a large potted plant in her backyard.
The Frustrated Yogi was born one sweltering July afternoon when I was juggling too many grocery bags while navigating a messy kitchen, all while hearing the screams of “Mommy, I’m done!” echoing from the upstairs bathroom. Sound familiar? That moment when you feel like you want to run away! Add in a touch of PMS, and suddenly, a mom can feel utterly cornered.
There are times when we crave solitude—just a moment to breathe, think, and enjoy a clean space free from questions and chaos. But let’s be real: we can’t just decide to take time for ourselves whenever we want. We have to schedule it, because, well, we’re the moms!
Fortunately, there’s a simple and quick practice to help you regain your zen: The Frustrated Yogi. This technique is perfect for those days when time seems to crawl, and the kids’ bedtime feels eons away. You can easily sneak in a few moments of calm between sibling squabbles, work tasks, and household chores.
Here’s your guide to a more peaceful, happier you with The Frustrated Yogi:
- Pause and recognize that moment before you feel like you’re about to lose it. (Missed it this time? No worries—there’s always next time!)
- Find a little nook to escape to—maybe behind a curtain, a large plant, or even in a bathroom or closet.
- Picture the fresh scent of eucalyptus or lavender filling the air as you take deep, calming breaths.
- Raise both arms above your head, palms facing behind you.
- Make a fist with both hands, but keep the middle finger extended (notice how the calm starts to creep in).
- Take a deep breath in, and as you exhale, bring your hands down while keeping those middle fingers up.
- Feel the calm wash over you like a cozy blanket.
- Repeat until you feel more like yourself and less like a pressure cooker about to blow.
- Rejoin your family, refreshed and ready to face the next round—at least until the next meltdown!
- Start again from step one when needed.
No longer is “hiding in the closet” just for crying, munching on ice cream, or sipping wine. It can also be a powerful, yoga-inspired escape! So go ahead and share The Frustrated Yogi with your fellow mom friends. They deserve to fend off their meltdowns too, one finger at a time.
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Summary
The Frustrated Yogi is a quick and humorous approach to finding calm amidst the chaos of motherhood. With just a few simple steps, moms can reclaim their sanity, even if it means giving the world a cheeky gesture. Perfect for those hectic days, this light-hearted practice can help you recharge and face your family with renewed energy.