Yesterday’s post was all about slowing down when MOM LIFE feels like too much. Today’s post will piggyback with fun MOOD BOOSTERS! These will be quick, less than 5 minutes, fun ways to instantly boost your mood.
Let’s be real—between school drop-offs, meal prep, and remembering which kid likes the blue cup this week, who has time for a full-on self-care routine?
But here’s the truth: wellness doesn’t have to be long, complicated, or curated for Instagram. Sometimes, it’s the 5-minute mood boosters that make the biggest difference.
mini mood boosters
Dance it out to a song from high school
Chug some water like you’re in a hydration contest
Step outside and breathe in the sunshine
Apply your favorite lip gloss or body spray
Write down 3 things you’re grateful for
Scroll your camera roll and smile at a happy memory
Say a Bible verse out loud (Psalm 118:24 is a good one!)
Hug your little ones and breathe in the moment
Tidy one small space and call it a win
You don’t have to overhaul your life to feel better. You just need a few feel-good minutes that remind you: you’re doing a great job, mama.
Save this image to your phone for when you need a little mood booster!
Take a breath. Pick one. Smile. Repeat.
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