From Breath to Balance: How Mindfulness Keeps Me Grounded

You know those mornings when the alarm goes off, and it feels like the day is already a race? Yeah, that’s pretty much every day for me. As a full-time working mom—handling my legal admin job remotely (thank goodness for no commute)—I juggle my career, raising a teenager, keeping the house in order, and, you know, maintaining my marriage. And, because I clearly don’t think I have enough on my plate, I’m also taking classes to upgrade my skills. Sound familiar?

Life can be a whirlwind, and some days, it feels like I’m barely keeping my head above water. Between deadlines, grocery lists, and making sure I spend quality time with my family, there’s not much space left for me. But over time, I’ve discovered that I don’t need hours of self-care (or a trip to Bali) to find some peace. What’s helped me survive—and even thrive—is mindfulness.

Now, I’m no guru. I’m just a mom trying to stay sane while managing life’s constant demands. So, here’s the thing: mindfulness doesn’t need to be complicated or time-consuming. It’s about being present in those small pockets of time we often overlook. Let me share what’s worked for me—little practices that busy people like you and me can actually do without needing an extra hour in the day.