MVP: Joyful Self-Sacrifice

Self-care gets a bad wrap, because it can be over-indulgent if you’re not careful.  On the opposite end of the spectrum there is ‘offering it up,’ which, if done well, can be extremely powerful for God's good work. But, if used against yourself, being self-sacrificing could end in some deeply painful and harmful self-neglect.  This tension between being sacrificial and taking care of yourself is often what causes mamas to stay head-down and task-oriented this time of year, instead of really resting in the presence of our Lord and Mary in the manger.  Because it can be so hard to know how to be present without being lazy, or how to be joyful when things feel so hard. Self-care doesn’t have to be frivolous.  And being self-sacrificial doesn’t have to be miserable. As I prayed about how to share this important message again with you this Advent, I went back and re-listened to the episode I did last year on this topic. That’s when I realized it was actually one of our most popular episodes! So, I am so pleased to share with you once again, (because who doesn’t need to re-hear deeply important messages about joy at Christmas time?!) one of our Most Valuable Podcasts: Joyful Self-Sacrifice. Grab your earbuds and something cozy and listen to this powerful Advent episode, I pray it serves you! Get the details for the Happy, Holy Mama Membership HERE!