Daily Inspiration for Mothers

It turns out that most of what we really wish for doesn't cost a lot of money, but fulfilling our dreams often means making some hard choices involving downsizing and budgeting. Rather than the answer being making a fortune, it's committing to family, spirit or integrity, creativity, and place. - George Kinder Affirmation: I work towards fulfilling my dreams. I have a plan and I take steps forward at a pace that is comfortable for me.

"Normal day, let me be aware of the treasure you are. Let me learn from you, love you, bless you before you depart. Let me not pass you by in quest of some rare and perfect tomorrow. Let me hold you while I may, for it may not always be so. " -Mary Jean Iron Affirmation: I am grateful for all I have

Quiet down dishes and laundry; be still cobwebs and dirt. I'm nursing my baby and babies don't keep. - Anonymous Affirmation: My life as a mother is balanced and healthy. I know what is truly important

God doesn't require us to succeed; he only requires that you try. - Mother Teresa Affirmation: I accept and love myself as I am.

A superior person brings out the best in others - Chinese proverb Affirmation: I work on myself and show my kids how to be their best selves.

The spiritual parent allows his child to be who he is and revels in this uniqueness. The spiritual parent provides fertile ground for her child to grow roots that will center and anchor her for life. She gives her child a blank canvas to fill with the colors of his soul - a palette of experiences to draw on throughout his years. - Mimi Doe Affirmation: I celebrate my child's uniqueness and open my eyes to the colours of his soul

Follow your own path and let people talk. - Dante Affirmation: I live according to the truth of who I am deep in my heart.

"As a mother you hold the key to peace in the home. Work hard on your relationships with your partner, your children and most importantly with yourself. The rest will fall into place." Affirmation: I spend my energy on bettering myself. I have no time to criticise others

Spirituality is in our routine lives with our children, the ordinary miracles. The everyday events- dinner conversations, lighting candles, creating comfortable rituals, performing daily chores - have the potential to be sacred moments... You can't choose your child's memories, but when you embrace a spiritual approach to parenting you increase the odds that her recollections will enrich her life and soul. - Mimi Doe Affirmation: In the hustle and bustle of everyday life I create sacred moments for my children.

"You and your child are together for a reason." - Mimi Doe Affirmation: I enjoy the time with my child

Everything on the earth has a purpose, every disease a herb to cure it, and every person a mission. This is the Indian theory of existence. Affirmation: I notice my child's passions and help direct her towards her purpose. This is my mission.

"Let there be peace on earth and let it begin with me." - Hawaiian Shaman Saying Affirmation:   I am plugged in to the source of peace within. Any stressful thoughts lose their power over me. All is well.

"Everybody can be great because everybody can serve. You only need a heart full of grace, a soul generated by love." - Martin Luther King, Jr. Affirmation:  Serving my family fills my soul with joy