I’m sitting in the Hobby Lobby parking lot, rushing in for last-minute art supplies for my daughter’s school science project, and I’m feeling the full weight of May.

If you’re in the thick of it too, you know exactly what I’m talking about. Graduations, end-of-year celebrations, birthdays (so many birthdays!), school projects, class parties with very specific snack requests, logistics, wrapping up events, and mentally preparing for summer vacations. It’s a short window packed with big demands, and it can feel like absolute chaos.

I’ve been getting check-ins from clients who are experiencing the same thing. So I wanted to pause and talk about how we’re going to get through this together…without completely losing ourselves in the process.

When Everything Feels Urgent, Self-Care Often Goes First

When the to-do list explodes and the calendar fills up, what’s usually the first thing we drop? Our own needs.

Nutrition takes a backseat. Sleep gets shorter. Walks, workouts, and any sense of routine feel impossible. We tell ourselves we’ll pick it back up when things calm down. And honestly, that’s understandable. May isn’t a “normal” month…it’s three-ish weeks of madness where survival mode kicks in.

But here’s my gentle word of caution: don’t opt out completely.

We’re pouring out so much for our kids, families, and households right now. That’s beautiful, and it matters. But we can’t pour from an empty cup. The very things that replenish us (nourishment, movement, rest, and recovery) are what we need most when we’re running on fumes.

It Doesn’t Have to Be All-or-Nothing

Your routines might not look like they usually do, and that’s okay. This isn’t the month for perfection or even progress. It’s the month for engagement and small, realistic wins.

• You may not get your full 3-mile walk, but can you squeeze in some extra steps?
• You may not hit eight hours of sleep (wouldn’t that be dreamy?), but can you create small pockets of rest during the day?
• You may not eat perfectly, but can you focus on getting in some protein when you’re able?

Those small choices still count. They’re not about checking boxes…they’re about staying connected to yourself so you can keep showing up for the people who need you.

Talk with your coach or reflect on your own about what a realistic version of self-care looks like right now. Scale things down, simplify, and give yourself grace when it’s not perfect. The goal is to stay engaged without adding more pressure.

Please Keep Checking In—Even When It Feels Messy

One of the biggest things I want you to hold onto this month is staying in touch with your support system….your coach, your community, whoever pours back into you.

It’s so easy, after one hard week followed by another, to think, “What’s the point of checking in? Everything feels like a hot mess.” You might worry you’ll get scolded or feel like a failure.

That’s not what this is about.

Your coach is in your corner. When we look at your tracker or hear what’s going on, we’re not looking for reasons to criticize. We’re looking for ways to cheer you on, offer encouragement, and gently remind you to take care of yourself. We’re here to celebrate the protein you did get, the rest you carved out, and the effort you’re making amid the chaos.

This is the time you need to hear the voice of your coach the most! She is the one reminding you to love on yourself while you’re busy loving on everyone else. You don’t have to show up with perfection. You just have to show up.

You’ve Got This—One Day at a Time

May is demanding, but it’s also temporary. We’re going to scale what we need to scale, adapt our routines, and keep showing up for ourselves in whatever way we can.

You are not derailed. You’re in a season that requires flexibility, and choosing to stay even a little bit connected to your well-being is a win.

So from one overwhelmed mom in a Hobby Lobby parking lot to you: breathe. You’re doing a lot, and you’re doing it well. Let’s get through this together. Keep checking in, keep giving yourself grace, and remember that you matter too.