07/30/2026
When was the last time you checked in with your energy not your to-do list?
As a working mom, it's easy to focus on everything you need to get done. But have you ever stopped to think about what's draining your energy... and what's giving it back?
Try doing a quick weekly energy audit.
Ask yourself:
• What left me feeling exhausted this week?
• What made me feel calm, happy, or recharged?
• What can I say no to next week?
• What do I want to make more time for?
At Helpful Corner Counseling, we encourage working moms to check in with themselves just as often as they check in with everyone else. Your needs matter, too.
This week, take five minutes to ask yourself: What's filling my cup—and what's emptying it?