An Oath for Working Moms

Marijean, from Work It, gives us An Oath for Working Moms (as usual, I think it could apply to parents, and, not just moms):

1. I will schedule and commit to mental health breaks on a quarterly basis. These can include but are not limited to something as small as a nap, a pedicure, an afternoon of reading a book (or baking, or watching TV) or as extensive as a day spent by yourself (or with your significant other).

2. I will not hesitate to seek help when I need it so I can focus on doing my job at work or at home better. I will not be ashamed or feel guilty because darn it, nobody can do it all and frankly, who wants to? This includes hiring help around the house and/or childcare.

3. I will ASK. Instead of struggling along, letting things drop and being consumed by pressure I will ask my employer, my child, my spouse, my friends, my colleagues to look at another approach that will work for me and ultimately, them.

4. I will take sick days when I’m sick, not just when my children are.

Hmm, I can see I already need some work, go read the rest.