Mother’s Day Magic: Celebrating the Many Ways We "Mom"
Shoutout to everyone who’s ever hidden in the bathroom just for five minutes of peace. You might be a mom. Or a teacher. Or the designated emotional support human in your family. Whoever you are, if you’ve ever carried the invisible weight of caring for others, this one’s for you.
Mother’s Day can be sweet, complicated, joyful, painful, and everything in between. It’s not a one-size-fits-all holiday. And honestly? That’s what makes it powerful.
All the Ways We "Mom"
Some of us are raising tiny humans. Others are grandmas, aunties, fairy godmothers, or big sisters who stepped in when no one else did. Some are raising pets, plants, or passion projects. Some are grieving. Some are longing. Some are estranged. Some are celebrating.
And some are doing all of the above while still trying to figure out who they are beyond their roles.
There are infinite ways to mother, to nurture, to care. This day is for ALL of you.
The Beautiful Chaos of It All
Being in a caregiving role often comes with what I like to call "the sacred juggling act."
You’re managing school lunches, therapy appointments, aging parents, 2 a.m. existential questions, and Slack notifications. You’re carrying the mental calendar of everyone you love. You’re the cheerleader, the peacemaker, the project manager, and the snack dispenser.
And yet, so much of what you do goes unseen.
That’s the thing about mothering. It’s quiet magic. It’s the kind of labor that never gets a job title or a raise, but always deserves recognition - I see you. And you are doing amazing.
Self-Care Is Not Selfish (Even Though It Feels That Way Sometimes)
Let me say it louder for the people in the back: Self-care is not selfish.
You deserve rest. You deserve care. You deserve to be held and loved and recognized.
But I get it. The idea of self-care can feel impossible when you’re holding so much. So here’s a little reframe: Self-care doesn’t have to be a spa day or a silent retreat in Bali. It can be:
Pretending to put away laundry while secretly hiding in the closet for 10, 15 or 30 mins
“Going to the store” but really just sitting in your car listening to your favorite music without everyone interrupting with their Baby Yoda requests
Letting the laundry sit another day while you sit too
Asking for help (even when it’s hard and even when you know you can do it all!)
Saying no without an explanation (b/c “No” is a complete sentence)
Reheating your coffee for the third time and finally drinking it in peace
Remembering that your worth is not measured by your productivity but simply by you being you
A Love Note to the Overachieving, Under-Recognized Caregiver
To the ones who show up, even when they're exhausted. To the ones who are rewriting generational patterns while still packing lunch boxes. To the ones who are breaking cycles, holding boundaries, and pouring love into others.
Thank you.
You are doing holy work, even when it doesn’t feel that way.
And if no one has told you today - you are enough. Just as you are.
Closing Thought: Celebrate You
So this Mother’s Day, celebrate you.
Not the perfect version of you, not the one who has it all figured out. Just the real, beautifully imperfect, doing-your-best version of you.
Tag a friend who needs to hear this. Share it with someone who mothered you. Or take five whole minutes to sit, close your eyes and breathe, guilt-free. You’ve definitely earned it and so much more.
Happy Mother’s Day. 🌼
Minal
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If you're a mom - or someone who plays that role - and you're carrying a lot right now, know this: you're not alone. As always, if I can be of service in any way, please don’t hesitate to contact me. I specialize in anxiety therapy, self-esteem therapy, relationship skills therapy, couples therapy, therapy for parents and therapy for big life changes for 1st & 2nd gen and BIPOC professionals in CA & TX. I’m also well-versed in working with neurodivergent clients - both individuals and couples.
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