5 Signs of Emotional Overwhelm…
1. Irritability and mood swings: Emotional overwhelm can manifest as irritability and mood swings. Mothers may snap at their children or partner, or feel like they’re on an emotional rollercoaster.
2. Crying or emotional outbursts: Mothers may experience sudden crying or emotional outbursts due to the overwhelming feelings they are experiencing.
3. Withdrawing from social interactions: Emotional overwhelm can cause mothers to withdraw from social interactions, avoiding contact with friends or family.
4. Self-neglect: When mothers are overwhelmed, they may neglect their own self-care needs. This can include skipping meals, not getting enough sleep, or neglecting their own health.
5. Overprotectiveness: Mothers may become overprotective of their children when feeling overwhelmed. They may have trouble letting go of control or allowing their children to take risks, as a result of their heightened emotional state.
As you become aware of how you’re feeling, you can make choices to help balance things out. Self care is not selfish, it’s essential to your overall health and well-being. When we are taking care of ourselves as mothers, we can take better care of those we love.