We’re so caught up in comparing and consuming that we forget about ourselves. What do I like, what do I want? Is this for me or am I just caught in this race that I’m not even sure where or what the finish line is?  I’m wasting time that could be spent on meaningful things and spending money I dont have and for what?

 

Social media has become this abstract presence in my life. I’m watching and consuming this content that is impacting my life and I’m posting and recording things with this subconscious idea that that’s what I should be doing- cute things with my kids. Am I doing it for me and the kids? Or is it this underlying goal to prove to others that I’m a good mom. Am I tanking photos to preserve photos or to post online?

 

 And I know for others it’s not an issue, they hop on, they scroll, and then they close out. And a lot of times I’m right there too. But I’ve realized when I’m in a season of insecurity or self-doubt, or just a little lost, I turn to it to fill my cup. But the cup has a hole in it and as much as I try to fill it up, it’s draining faster than I can pour. I want to fill that hole by finding myself and I want to fill the cup up with my joy- things that I truly love and enjoy, not just what is trending online.

 

I think there’s so many benefits to social media. I enjoy the connection it brings. I love having my relatives watch my kids grow up without the task of constantly sending photos. I love staying connected with friends I might not have the capacity to personally connect with as often as I’d like. I like learning mom hacks and fun activities to do with my kids. And I love laughing at reels and memes. That brings me joy, but right now I’m trying to find the balance of how to enjoy it and also steer clear of the rat race mentality I can fall into. 

 

Join me on a journey of finding joy in the here and now. In reconnecting with what brings you joy. In appreciating what you have now. Join me in the Joy List Life.