Mom struggles with mood swings

So as I was doing my reading this morning while math class was going on in the background I read something that I would like to blog about.

Ten Steps to a Joyful and Enthusiastic Life
Since thinking has much to do with what you become in life, you might consider the following suggestions:
First: Stop putting yourself down. There is a lot that is good in you. Empty your mind of thoughts of failure and start seeing yourself as a competent person.
Second: Eliminate self-pity. Think of what you have, instead of dwelling on what you may have lost.
Third: Quit thinking about yourself. Think of others. Go out and look for someone who needs the help you can give, and give it freely.
Fourth: Remember the words of Goethe: "He who has a firm will molds the world to himself." God gave humans something called will. Use it.
Fifth: Have a goal and set an achievable timetable to achieve it.
Sixth: Stop wasting your mental energy on the past, and start thinking about what to do now. Amazing things happen when you think constructively.
Seventh: Every morning and every evening say these words aloud: "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me."
Eighth: Every day say three times: "This is the day the Lord has made. I will rejoice and be glad in it" (adapted from Psalms 118:24).
Ninth: Think and practice joy every day.
Tenth: Get enthusiasm, think enthusiasm; live enthusiastically!
-Normal Vincent Peale

So as I began homeschooling my 5 year old son in math I quickly became frustrated because he would get distracted by the simplest of things. I quickly had to adjust my attitude of frustration to one of understanding and come up with a quick fix.

Math class started with me giving my son math problems in box form
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But that didn't work to well for him. I quickly started writing out story problems. Aiden LOVES story problems. He quickly adapted to listening to the problems closely and doing what the math problem suggested. I was amazed because as a kid I hated math problems. When Homeschooling small young children one must adapt to help the child. I've quickly had to adapt my math classes to Aiden learning 1+3=____ instead or use story problems.

With Homeschooling my son I'm grateful that we have schedule catered to us. There is no wake up at 6:00 am to walk to school, it's real easy and relaxed. I keep on him to learn and we learn together it's such an amazing opportunity right now for us to go through together. I really hope I can keep up this optimism as he approaches other harder subjects in the future.

I enjoyed reading and contemplating the ten steps to a positive attitude since it made me look back on my own attitude toward my children, and my family.

Recently I was in a tough spot I had spoken to a close family friend about some issues that I didn't want to discuss with Zaq. But my friend encouraged me to talk to Zaq about it and everything got resolved. But Zaq pointed out that I always view the grass greener on the other side of the fence. So I decided to change my attitude and I began thanking him for the things that he does everyday. Now to you wives that are out, I'm sure writing down everything little thing that your husband does sounds stupid and ridiculous believe I sometimes don't like to do it. But it has helped me view the time that he does sacrifice to spend time with his family. I started thanking him helping me unload the groceries from the car, something I often overlooked.

We recently became close friends with some people from our church and upon first inspection of this family I thought "they have everything. I can't believe they have all this." I was jealous, but the more I've gotten to know them the more I understand the struggles that they have to overcome. They have a beautiful attitude about everything. Nothing ever keeps them down. I'm grateful for the relationship that we're forming with this family and I love them very much.

Everything is about how you as a person see it. I strongly advise that if your wanting to change your outlook on life you take a look at those 10 steps and follow them closely. Keep God in your life or not (because I know some people that read this blog that aren't happy with God right now) it is up to you. But for me and my house we will serve the Lord.