Single Mothers?

muimuimui

Recently, my mom and I got into an argument, and the fact that I use a measuring spoon to scoop out my peanut butter came into question. She called it "Pathetic".
She also picked at the fact that I had time to go to the gym while she didn't.

This sounded strongly resentful and reeked of the age old excuse of "I don't have time to work out".

Not that I don't believe my mom is busy. No, she's very busy. She works very hard and I am very grateful for her.
But please, are there any single mothers out there dealing with work, kids and trying to work off some weight as well? Any tips that you can give here?

I told her there were people on this website going through the same thing, she didn't believe me.
I'm getting the vibe that she's jealous that i've been able to work off some weight, and I don't want her to be unhappy with my changing lifestyle..

tazspastic

Focus on you! This is something that is important to you, so you can't let the negative vibes she's sending your way derail your progress! Tell her that this is something that has become a priority for you and no matter how busy you are, the priorities always get taken care of! Remember that if she wanted to find time to get to the gym then she would do it, just like you have.
I'm a single mom too, and its really surprising how much you can cram into a 24 hour time span... Including the gym AND the park... when you get yourself organized.

Don't stress it! She'll come around when she's ready and until then, remember that you dont have to accept every invitation to a fight that you are sent. :happy:

Good Luck! :drinker:

zalidog

Tell your mom that you must take care of your needs first so you can then take care of your children's needs. You know your oxygen mask first....
You will be a better mom if your needs are met and you are feeling happy, satisfied, and not too stressed

muimuimui

Thank you for the advice, both of you