In the whirlwind of motherhood, it often seems like we must juggle endless responsibilities—work, parenting, cleaning, volunteering, grocery shopping, and squeezing in gym time. The days can quickly become a blur, and many of us take on too much without realizing it until we’re on the brink of burnout.
Actress and mom Busy Lizzie recently shared her own near-miss with overcommitment on social media, reminding us all of our limits. Her candid updates on Instagram and Twitter offer glimpses into her life, from the lows (like losing her daughter’s favorite toy while traveling) to the highs (like receiving a life-sized cardboard cutout of her best friend). But amidst her busy schedule, she nearly made the leap into the dreaded role of “room parent” at her daughter’s school.
She quipped, “I ALMOST just signed up to be a Room Parent at my daughter’s school,” which sent shivers down the spines of seasoned parents who know all too well what that entails.
With a late-night talk show launch on the horizon, a forthcoming book, and various business ventures, Lizzie’s plate is already overflowing. I can relate—when my first child entered kindergarten, I was eager to dive into every opportunity, blissfully unaware of my own limitations. But now, as the mom of a sixth grader, I’ve learned to pick my battles wisely.
“I had a moment where I thought, ‘OF COURSE I CAN DO EVERYTHING!!!’ Then I remembered I can’t, and THAT’S OK,” she said, a sentiment that many of us working mothers resonate with deeply.
As a working mom myself, I’ve found that while I can commit to a couple of classroom parties each year, I simply can’t stretch myself any thinner. My amazing friend, who stays home with her kids, takes on roles like PTA president and room mom, and I admire her for it. She has the patience of a saint and manages to balance her commitments, while I support her from the sidelines by contributing supplies for parties I can’t attend.
It’s vital to recognize our limits and resist the urge to overextend ourselves, even when the temptation is strong. We all play our part, and it’s perfectly acceptable to acknowledge that we can’t do it all.
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In summary, Lizzie’s reminder to working moms is clear: we don’t have to do it all, and that’s absolutely okay.