As a physician and a parent, I often find myself navigating the chaotic waters of family life. I like to think of myself as a pretty relaxed mom. I can overlook the little things, like when my son decided to turn our living room into a mini art studio using permanent markers right before a family dinner. I simply took a deep breath and walked out.
Then there was that memorable day when my daughter thought it would be a great idea to use the backyard as her personal restroom, despite the fact that the bathroom was just a short distance away. I sighed again, perhaps a bit more dramatically, and made her responsible for her own cleanup.
And let’s not even talk about the toilet seat debacle, where I’m left to deal with the aftermath of my husband and sons leaving it up. I might let out an exaggerated sigh (and, okay, maybe slam it down), but I usually manage to keep my cool.
That said, there are moments when my calm facade crumbles. I can feel the tension building; my deep breaths can turn into hyperventilating, and my usual chill demeanor can swiftly transform into a mini-explosion of frustration.
To put it simply, sometimes I just lose my freaking cool. Whether it’s a mountain of baseball cards scattered across the floor or stepping into a puddle of mystery liquid on the toilet seat, there are days when staying calm just isn’t an option.
When you’re faced with a whirlwind of chaos, a simple cup of tea or deep breathing exercise can seem utterly insufficient. In those moments, you might find that a good scream into a pillow or a little door slamming can provide the much-needed release.
I genuinely believe that it’s okay to let it out every once in a while. Sure, “stay calm and carry on” is the ideal, but for many of us, a more realistic motto might be “occasionally lose your sh*t and then move on.”
Let me clarify: losing your cool doesn’t mean being violent or emotionally abusive. It means acknowledging your feelings, expressing them in a responsible way, and then moving forward.
So how do you appropriately let it all out?
- Find a moment for yourself, preferably away from your kids.
- Let your feelings flow.
- Calm down and get back to it.
Sometimes, you just need to lock yourself in the bathroom and unleash a stream of colorful language. You might call a friend to vent about how your kids are pushing you to your limits with their constant squabbling. Or maybe you decide to indulge in a guilty pleasure snack—Cheetos dunked in ice cream, anyone?
There are times when a gentle nudge to “put on your coat” won’t cut it; you might need to channel your inner horror movie character and hiss, “Put your coat on… or else.”
Most of the time, I manage to unwind with a little music or some online shopping. But every now and then, I need to fully embrace the chaos, vent, and let go of negativity. After all, unless someone invents an essential oil called “Forget This Mess,” sometimes the traditional calm techniques just don’t do the trick.
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In conclusion, it’s perfectly normal to feel overwhelmed and to let it out occasionally. Embrace those moments, recalibrate, and keep moving forward.