How I did it: If I didn't allow myself to care for myself, then what message was I sending out to my family. If I don't value my own sanity, then those that depend on me will loose their rock. I have realised the important role I play in my family and inorder to fulfill my responsibilities, I have to look after myself.

Lessons & tips: Decide what you want to do, explain why it's impoirtant to you, stick to your plan, despite family trying to divert you eg 'don't you want to stay home with us Mum?' explain why it is important to havde your own time

Resources: I booked pottery lessons, every Monday eveneing, gradually it became a pattern and finally accepted, and one where the family now loof forward to a boys night in!

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Mar 31, 2010, 10:17AM PDT | 1 comment | 2 cheers