A desi mom’s life is a beautiful whirlwind, swirling with the responsibilities.
Between laundry piles and a kitchen that seems to never stay clean, it’s easy to feel like the walls are closing in on our sanity.

In this land of opportunity, we have endless resources at our disposal—but that often means more after-school activities, more pick-ups, more drop-offs, and more moments where we ask, “Where did my day go?”

So, does a desi mom get any time for herself? A little slice of peace and quiet? The elusive ME time?

One trick that might work -.Try carpooling. Yes, it’s a simple hack, but it can work wonders. Coordinate with other parents, share the load, and suddenly, you’ve gifted yourself pockets of time.

Another tick is meal prep – Utilizing weekend breaks for a bit of prep work can go a long way in simplifying your week. Don’t forget to explore quick cooking hacks with an Instant Pot or try the OPOS (One Pot One Shot) method for effortless and efficient meal preparation!

Next, announce to your family—yes, shout it from the rooftops!—when you’re heading out for your NEXT fitness class. The key here is repetition. Remind them, and more importantly, remind yourself. Our family loves us, they’ll love to see us put on our shoes and walk out with a yoga mat.

Set a goal, challenge yourself: three days of movement a week. Walk, dance, cycle—anything that gets your body moving and your blood pumping. You’ll know what’s right for you because you’ll feel it. Those happy hormones kick in, and suddenly, you’re smiling.

Your body deserves it. You deserve it. Because amidst the chaos, the pickups, the drop-offs, and the endless to-dos, your body matters too. See ya in the class💃💃💃💃

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