1. Get Dressed Every Day

This is one of the best tips to get motivated in the mornings. It is proven that getting dressed and even taking a shower can drastically improve your mood, your performance, and your focus.

Changing out of your pajamas helps you have an official start to your day. The days can seem to run together when you stay at home and getting dressed can help break those days up.

2. Stick to a Routine

The predictability of a routine improves attitudes across the house. Children tend to have fewer tantrums as a routine helps them feel secure.

With children, things are pretty hectic as it is. So, amid the chaos, you’ll be able to rely on the routine you’ve put into place. Falling back on your routine means that you don’t have to decide what’s going to happen. Decision fatigue is real, so the fewer decisions you have to make, the better.

3. Pick up a Hobby

Having something to yourself is a luxury in the stay-at-home mom life. Being able to participate in something that’s positive helps relieve stress and allows you to take time for yourself. Some great hobbies for a stay-at-home mom are cross stitching, yoga, crocheting, knitting, and putting together puzzles.

On days you feel you don’t get much accomplished, taking part in your hobby can help lessen those feelings.

4. Leave the House a Few Times a Week

Staying at home can feel isolating if you don’t leave the house. Taking a break and leaving the house can help reset your mood as well as your week. Take the kids to the library, the park, walk the mall, or even walk the local store fronts. Experiencing life outside the four walls of your home is important for you and your children.

5. Read Inspiring Books

Being a stay-at-home mom means you’re in charge of a lot. Reading books about homes, finances, and parenting can help you feel inspired and invigorated. You’re more likely to be motivated to be a better you! As a plus, seeing you reading every day is great for your kids and sets a wonderful example.

6. Accept that Perfection is Not the Goal

There are going to be days where all you do is feed the kids, clean the kids, and put the kids to bed. Those days are just as important as the days you get housework, bills, and hobbies done. Being a stay-at-home mom isn’t easy. There’s lots to do. As long as your kid’s needs are met, you’ve accomplished the most important thing. Years from now, they’re not going to remember that the house was messy a few days out of the week.