Vlog | Day in the Life | Quarantine Weariness
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- That quarantine weariness…I know I’m not the only one feeling it. Hope you all are hanging in there, as best you can. My heart is with you now and always, friends. Thanks for watching ☺
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If you are so tired I don’t see the point of forcing yourself to wake up so early, it’s not like you’ve got places to be these days! Maybe just let yourself sleep a bit more for a few days :)
L Casa I agree!!!
I think I'm even crankier if I don't get my morning workout in tho 😜
Cultivating Curiosity she gets more alone time than anyone I have ever seen.
Cultivating Curiosity her entire life is nothing but alone time. Haha
Ashley Johnson Why are you all so obsessed with being negative towards someone you don’t know and don’t enjoy watching? If you’re so concerned with how she spends her time - maybe you should take a look at how you’re spending your own time, watching videos of people just to get yourself worked up?
I hope you find what you are looking for. I checked out Glennon Doyle...not a fan. She seems too self absorbed. For me, that is a big turn off. Sometimes you can overthink things, including your own feelings, but a lot of people do like her.
To each their own 😊
Yep. The last thing Jen needs now is wallowing in feelings. I can't stomach the trendy "feel good" Instagrammers, etc. and Glennon Doyle is one. Submersing yourself in too many "inspirational" quotes and platitudes without changing actual behavior isn't good.
@@KimberleyPaige1 I don't know who is more annoying to me, Glennon or Rachel Hollis! Both are like finger nails on a chalkboard to me.
Yeah, Glennon gives bad (narcissist) vibes.
@@jackiewatsonfitness3695 Ugh I had no idea who Rachel Hollis was so I looked her up. Seems more like a charlatan preacher or cult leader! Scary!
Everyone is right--you need to sleep in till you are done sleeping (or your kids get you up) and give yourself the gift of learning how to workout with them at home with you. Modeling working out in the way you need to work out in front of your kids is actually a good thing. Tell them you are working out and you need them to not bother you for 30 minutes. Eventually they will get it. Even if you run in place, do jumping jacks, planks, and other high intensity workouts right next to them. Take care of yourself, Jen. You may need more sleep right now and will feel much better waking later.
When my brother and I were little, my mom used to take us to the basement to play while she exercised! Might not be a bad idea to try rather than waking up so early!
It is okay to "feel" but, don't get caught up in semantics. When I start getting caught up, I dig and I mean dig for facts to the questions that rattle me. Anyway that's my 2 cents. Your little guy jumped a mile when you turned on that blender. Stay positive and stay active ❤😁
Thank you Jen for always keeping it real! I am sorry there has been so much criticism!!! I personally am glad to see the raw truth of how you are you doing and the difficulties of life at the moment. I know for one am definitely feeling the weariness. I am so thankful you have the courage to be vulnerable with us - it is something that really inspires me as someone who tends to hide my emotions a bit more. Love to you and the kids!
Hey Jen, I have a lot of friends who are nurses & they're saying gloves are totally pointless! Think of it this way: if you touched raw chicken with gloves on, would you then touch other things in your kitchen? No, you would take the gloves off & probably wash your hands too before moving on. So by touching all those items in the store, then touching your cart, all you're doing is spreading germs around. You're better off to sanitize your cart & hands, touch nothing but your list & the groceries you are buying, then sanitize again before touching your car keys & vehicle, then again sanitize your hands & all personal belongings after you load your groceries. Think of how a nurse sanitizes/washes/changes gloves in between patients so as not to cross-contaminate.
Marie H yes!! Just wash your hands!
I saw a woman at the store with mittens on.....then she was using those nasty shopping mittens to rifle through her purse looking for her credit card . I started laughing, hysterically and way too loudly....it just seems out of control.
You know what? My friend is a nurse tells me to wear gloves. She says she does and would tell her family to do it, but don't buy the gloves if the nurses need them. I had gloves at home that were open and not donation material, so I just wear them. She tells me that is smart. There is the thing that they are pushing, and the thing they are telling their family. We are all doing our best. I don't want to get sick going to Safeway (not whole foods, the horror!) and bring it home to my family. I feel like we need to all know the truth.
But whyyyyy are you trying to get up that early? I work full time and have two small kids and still
dont wake up that early...especially if I feel tired...no way....maybe you need 8 hr sleep (10:30-6:30) => no?
I need my am workout tho too...so maybe I just need to force myself into bed sooner 🤷♀️
I'm honestly so shocked at these comments. I wasn't even going to comment, but I feel the need to spread some positivity. I think it's great that you are doing everything you can to stay healthy and keep your family healthy during these current times. I also think it's very inspiring to see you wake up so early to get in a workout, while still having to take care of your two children all day, while also doing your own work. I'm so sorry that you feel anxious, scared, and sad. Just know that you are not alone. Thank you for your real and raw content to show others they are not alone in their feelings as well. I hope you and your family stay healthy (mentally, emotionally, and physically) and can remain positive during these times. Take care!
Self absorption is never a good thing
ash06101985 👏👏👏👏👏
Or looking like a Hobbit.
You're so strong Jen thank you for sharing all these moments we really enjoy being able to be a part of your life 💕
4:45 is not a normal wake up time LOL. I will sleep as late as I can on weekends.
colz83 that's when I get up every day too.
Jen, when you're depressed (emotionally, not clinically) or sad, people tend to sleep through that or find themselves sleeping more than usual....being tired more often. Or, it could be that due to the current changes, you're facing a lot more of the parenting work alone since the kids live with you, so maybe creating a time schedule might help with things that need to be done so that you can allot yourself the time needed for some good sleep.
Are you able to see your therapist? Mine does Skype sessions and it really helps. What also could be making you cranky/anxious (without you even realizing it) is the fact the kids are going to Don today. I would suggest, try to sit and pay attention and feel where in the body this anxiety is and what is thoughts/feelings are really causing it on the deep level. Take care of yourself :)
I think when you feel tired and sleepy like when you feel right after the kids are in bed is exactly when you need to honor the body and give it rest and sleep. I do this too. It is so luxurious to think of that as “ me time” to do stuff like watch videos or read or bathe but I have learnt that my body gets confused and gets a second burst of energy and refuses to be shut down . Laying down at night trying to fall asleep ( and failing )is a fertile ground for the anxiety bugs to attack you.
Have you considered doing grocery orders through Walmart? I have been checking early in the morning for pickup time reservations. That way you don't have to feel anxious about going in the store. They will bring it out to the car and load it for you!
Do you ever play music ( children’s music)for them while they eat
wallace29803 no I think she has said they watch tv for each meal and an hour a day
Mary Gatens I did I was just wondering if she ever played music for them
Honestly, right or wrong, I have completely been avoiding the news. I am already doing everything I can humanly do, regardless of how bad things might be or become. Getting myself scared or depressed isn’t going to help anyone. So, I just use extreme caution and care and try to use my days by looking at it as a good chance to reconnect with my soul and my loved ones. Stay well and enjoy your lovely children, they will grow up all too soon.
It’s hard to watch when people that are so completely privileged are trying to look for sympathy and approval at every turn. Reminds me of the tone deaf celebrities. My family has many “essential” workers that are out there on the front lines every day putting themselves at risk to help others. It’s hard to watch someone like Jen during these times. I am on the hunt for more relatable and helpful content right now.
Agree. She seems pathetic and lost. Almost like she's drunk or on drugs. I'm not into it. Way too whiney! Cringe......
Completely agree. I just don't think she "gets it". The constant mood fluctuations, excessive sharing on Instagram, etc. is strange. She seemed put out that she had to go to a different grocery store than Whole Foods (or as Jen has called it jokingly "Whole Paycheck"). There are many people who are without jobs that can't even afford food and are relying on food pantries at this time. The constant attention seeking is exhausting.
Totally agree, verbal diarrhea at its finest. Time to unsubscribe for me too. Also, not being able to watch the news for too long or too often right now doesn't make you an 'empath', it means you are a perfectly normal human in 2020 living through a pandemic. The news right now, all over the world, is scary for everyone. It affects everyone 'deeply'. But you gotta feel your feelings I guess...
Sleep in don’t be so hard on yourself .
You’re word of the year; Breathe, was almost a premonition for 2020
Don’t force yourself to be upbeat. Post the truth. You’d be surprised how many ppl need that truth because a lot of what we see is ppl being productive winning at quarantine etc and that’s hard to see. Real is much better.
Thank you so much for sharing YOU with us. You are going through so much personally, and adding the pandemic to that has got to be super tough. Take care of you. Keep doing what you are doing. One foot in front of the other, one step, one day, one minute at a time. You ARE doing it and you are stronger than you think. You are inspiring so many others who may be going through something similar or just through the pandemic itself. Remember it is OK to NOT be OK. Sending my best wishes, love and prayers to you and your beautiful babies.
Please don’t get offended, because I’m not trying to, but your face doesn’t show that you are alright. You eat healthy and exercise, but you look tired and drained. Maybe try a “new me” look. You’re now a separated/divorced mom, so try something different. Dye your hair auburn and cut your bangs. Shoot, part your hair on the other side like one of your earlier videos. 😂 Just go all out! Be happy! There’s so much that you and those kids can do. You and Charlotte could learn how to crochet. Do “mommy and me” spa. She does your makeup and you do hers. Get some seeds and soil to maybe grow a container garden.
No. The world is heavy on our hearts right now. Plus you are creating a new life for you and the children. I'm divorced after 30 years. Disabled daughter lives with me. Working through the new you will take time. My Mom told me. Wake up each morning. Thank God for another day. Think of something to be grateful for.. Bless you and your family.
Kathy McKelvey I admire your strength . Bless you and wishing the best for you and your daughter.
I’m a single mom working full time at a hospital and watching ur videos makes the rest of my days peaceful and relaxing because I feel very free as a mom with ur videos I even watch ur videos from ur old channel my housewife life I love watching the Disney videos from that channel... thank u for making ur videos so peaceful and great....
It’s ok to be snippy and want to sleep past your alarm (esp if it’s SO IMPOSSIBLY EARLY). Let’s start with the basics ❤️
We have all been ill. So it’s just about getting strong again.
Hope we have had the virus and it’s behind us .
Washing , cleaning etc is everywhere.
Couldn’t do anything with detergents, it took my breath.
Just taking one day at a time . Doing 10 minutes jobs .
Enjoying feeling a little better.
Love you all , take care sweet.
I always sleep through....why do you get up at that ungodly hour anyway LOL xx
You aren't the only 1 who is feeling the crankiness in all of this crazy. Man, do I feel ya on that! Thank you for keeping it real. Somehow it helps when I hear someone else expressing what I am feeling. I appreciate you continuing to post. *social distance approved virtual hug*
30:42 time stamp. “Say Hi” when you were speaking about Winnie. For whatever reason, I smiled my first smile today that very moment of your video. I even replayed it and smiled again.
Jen, you are helping people by just being you.
You unapologetically showed us your messy house. And I want to THANK YOU from the bottom of my heart for that. I feel like I’m drowning keeping up with mine. It has never been a issue up until the last few weeks. And inside my own mind, I feel so much pressure and negativity towards myself for not being able to keep up.
My body and my mind is just washed at this current time. I don’t feel depressed. But I feel like I’m in total survival mode. A big accomplishment I had today was unloading, reloading and unloading the dishwasher. Yes, my dishes were that backed up because I couldn’t muster the energy to clean them last night.
I’ve been disconnected from my kids. Who I love so deeply. And in my mind, I can see it. I can see myself from afar and how less I have given. It’s totally soul crushing.
I understand your desire to stay informed of the current times but to also know that it’s not helping your mentality by keeping up. I feel others emotions too. It’s a blessing and a curse.
Funny enough, I downloaded the tic tok app. It’s unreal how seeing other people in what feels like “real time” affects me. I’ve not laughed that hard in weeks. All of us doing what we can do, the best we can do with what we have. Being ordered to stay home (or receive a $1,000 fine if found not complying) is so isolating- even for introverts. Those funny 20 year olds make me laugh so hard! Even their parents who make appearances on their short videos are great! I get lost in the videos after my kids go to bed.
Anyways~
Thank you for posting this video today. I really needed it. Your voice is so calm and soothing. You have helped me gain some energy and some mindfulness today.
So thank you, from just 1 person of the thousands of people who watch and love you. Your children, your family, extended family, friends, neighbors, anyone and everyone~ I am praying so hard for you and your health.
Hang in there. We're all in this together, even though we're apart ❤️
This is a lot for everyone and a lot for you while transitioning your new life with divorce and co parenting. It’s hard and be kind to your self and give yourself grace during this time. Your doing great. You are strong. Care for your self. Lots of love I’m feeling it too💜
Little bits, big bits - you’re still showing the kids. So if it’s a thing/issue why show them at all?
Lol did you notice Donny was startled by the blender?!
Yes it seemed to upset him, turn the loud blender off and give him a hug.
@@sandrasaunders2425 If she were to do that he may continue to have a fear of it and the loud noise it makes. She did good by playing it off and making it seem exciting instead.
I think you should look into aspbergers syndrome again, go and get a real check up! Because you have all the symptoms, even if you don't notice them yourself. Aspberger is a lot different in women, organizing and consuming way to much news is both signs of control issues. I saw that your daughter had organized all her things a while back, you didn't understand why. She sees what you are doing and does the same, so please go ahead and get help! Your children depend on you ❤️
First of all, it's spelled Aspergers. Second of all, please don't try to diagnose people online. I venture to guess you aren't qualified to be handing out any diagnoses to begin with.
I can't believe half of these keyboard warriors in this comment section. People wouldn't tear people down to their face, and yet they do it here without second thought. I feel awful for Jen.
Julie D These people are intense! I’m shocked by all the trolls who have nothing better to do than to put some random person down
Don getting startled with the blender was the funniest yet cutest thing
Jen..take advantage of sleeping later while the kids are out of school..it can be beneficial during stressful times!! Also, where did you get your frother?? Thx!
I read somewhere recently that a sudden shift or a big stressor sends your brain into survival mode, and it’s specifically more intense if it’s something you’ve never experienced before. You’ll experience confusion, irritability, sadness, moments of hope & strength, high energy, lethargy, insomnia...SO many things. All you can do is find a “new norm”, stick to a schedule, eat well, get in some exercise, practice self-care, engage in light-hearted stuff - watch a funny movie, dance around, decorate cupcakes, color, whatever it is that distracts you from negative patterned thinking. Jen, it sounds like you’re doing all the right things...remember to give yourself grace to feel what you feel. 💞
You do not need to wear gloves in public. It doesn't protect you or anyone else. Wash your hands.
Jen, I have watched you for years. This is the first time that I feel like I am seeing the real you. I am so proud of you for being brave enough to be REAL. All of these ppl leaving these rude comments are just babies asses. Most ppl cannot deal with real feelings. It scares them to death. You are growing. You are getting stronger. Keep doing the work.
I love CC's tiara. We should all start the day like that.
It's ok to feel tired we are all dealing the beat we can with this new trauma. I'll have to checkout those teas they look awesome.
As a healthcare worker I am telling everyone not to wear gloves in the store. If the germs are on your gloves everything you touch becomes contaminated, then you take the gloves off and touch your items to bring them in the house. It's better no gloves wash your hands in between tasks or if you're out sanitize your hands after loading the groceries. Get home take them out sanitize and wash what you can dump out others into clean containers and wash your hands. Less chance of cross contamination that way. Excuse any spelling errors I don't have my glasses on while typing this.
if she was shopping without the gloves on, she would be spreading germs anyway At least the gloves protect her from getting the germs on herself (a barrier) Same thing for the workers at the grocery store- its not to protect the customers, its to protect the staff.
Great vlog, love the realness. I’m newly separated since the summer last year but older than you (mid 40s) (was 20 years married have 4 kids). I found a good therapist which really helps me. Had only a small part time job but got another, was a stay at home mom for years. Main focus has been to be kind to myself as I always put everyone else first. I write a todo list before bed and cross off only what I can the next day(no pressure). I break jobs into tiny tasks so it’s achievable. I try to do something for the body (walk, cycle, bath), mind (a few Spanish words, reading/audio book/podcast) and spirit (chat to God, find a new verse that speaks to me). I watch the news once a day. I spend time playing games and dancing with the youngest and any of the older ones who still want to. I’m getting them more involved in helping me cook dinners, the older ones can cut the grass and hoover. I only have to help the youngest (10) with schoolwork the others 15,16 and 19 can do it themselves with their teachers/lecturers, I still make sure they are keeping up. Jen, please just take it easy with yourself and be kind to you and know you are enough. Embrace the craziness and just go with the flow, we can’t control so much but there are small things we can. It’s very hard with small kids, you are amazing to have them dressed! and fed properly! I remember when mine were small I was exhausted so much of the time. It will get easier, it won’t always be this hard. I will leave you with two things to check out if you want one is a prayer and one is a poem, 1. Prayer of Serenity, 2. Dust if you must. Also check out The Mom Song on youtube 😜.
I work from home starting at 5:30 everyday (set schedule, I cannot make this any later). So I try to be up by 4:45-5am. I have found that 6 hours of sleep in my sweet spot. Finding that is so crucial. When I get 7 hours, I feel sleepy and groggy all day. But I also need one day to sleep in, so I do not work on Sundays. Your body needs a break from waking up so early; I fully believe this. Take a break, even just one or two days. Then get back on track.
Time to sleep in and not become a gym junkie. Once a week is fine.
My balance I've stricken is I'm only checking the news Sundays and Wednesdays. I find it much easier to keep my spirits up when limiting my exposure yet still making sure to stay up-to-date. Plus it limits my really emotionally down days to two days a week.
Jen!! My name is Neelam and struggle with depression and anxiety. Some days are more difficult than others. But if I have learnt anything that is to allow myself to go through those feelings as uncomfortable as they may seem. If I’m depressed and want to cry, I cry!! If I feel sad I go through the sad days too. I don’t try to be anything other than how I feel at that moment or for those many days or weeks. By doing this I have come a long way and deal with situations much better today. Situations seem much easier to deal with these days. But please remember this took time and things were very difficult at the moment when I going through with it.
By relying on a bunch of things(journals, listening to gurus etc) to deal with you’re situations all you’re doing is running away from those problems or situations.
Allow yourself to face them as hard as they seem. This takes time but trust me you will learn to deal with things.
I hurt to see you like this because I’ve been through this and now just by allowing my feeling and dealing with life has made me a better person today! Peace and love ❤️
Hoping you’re okay..I’ve been noticing you’re more and more in a happy/depressed state ..It’s certainly justifiable with all that’s going on with your personal life besides this pandemic isolation..But I’m truly worried about your well being..We tend to feel we should be ‘Super-Woman/Mom’ when we have children to care for but no one’s caring for us in the meantime!
I’ve gone thru this myself, and spent a lot of time saying I was Okay..while I really wasn’t. Which landed mr in the hospital.
Please continue, while caring for your children..Take Extra care of yourself too!
I am doing alright, friend. I appreciate your concern. I hope you are, too 💕
Pretty Neat Living I’m happy to hear. Taking care of you too is important. Just learning to readjust to this new way of life and realize we can’t Do Everything for Everyone..Is okay. Besides your children, You’re a special person to YOU! ...
it took me awhile to get that, but I’m in a better place now..💕
"I want to know what everybody is facing... I want to know the pain..." You are literally absorbing the pain of everybody ... so there is not much time or capacity left, to feel your own pain... I think this video is very intense, very full of pain.... and your kids are involved... please, take care of yourself... and you are still a wonderful person, even without feeling the pain of everybody....
I always love to watch your videos and see what you’re up to, especially when it’s a Day In The Life video!! You are doing such a good job with everything in these hard times. You’re such an amazing mom to Cece and Donny, and you’re doing great having “me” time - treating yourself to yummy tea, and baths! You deserve it, good job! Winnie looks wonderful as well :)
Grocery shopping is definitely stressful, I agree. I’ve found that doing online ordering and curbside pick up has been able to decrease some of the anxieties of having to be in a grocery store.
Thanks for sharing Jen! Take care of yourself! ❤️
GOD, 4:45 is in the middle of the night! I wake up around 9 during this quarantine time as there is no hurry. I go to sleep of course around 12. But when kids went to school I woke up around 6:30 or 7 and boy it is early for me. I´m not a morning person at all. Luckily my oldest is in university already, second one is in high school (graduates next year) and smallest is in secondary school. I´m so over this quarantine and home study thing. Luckily we live in our own house so we can go outside and do something in the garden, my smallest can play basketball. I just feel for the ones who live in the apartment buildings with kids. Kids want to run, play, be active and it can be very hard as we all have to stay at home. Stay safe and take care!
OMG what has happened to Winnie?
Call the mobile groomer and get Winnie's hair cut professionally.
She needs short all over, beard cut and just enough left for a bow.
Don't let her go just because you have let yourself go
I can't believe how big the kids have gotten! I absolutely loved getting to see a glimpse of them! I just want to tell you that you are not alone. We are going through different things, but I can relate to you. These times make many of us a bit more on edge and anxious about things. Thank you for continuing to make content through everything that is going on. ❤️
Hugs. I can't imagine how much you have on your shoulders right now. I hope you have someone to lean on. One day at a time.
A cup of tea will soothe you. A pocket of time just for you in a mug.
Well done getting around the store.
I'm in the UK and it's been 69-72 ish degrees F here the last 5 or 6 days...and today it was (BAM!) back in the low 40s and is going to be close to freezing overnight tonight. Lol. Somebody rolled this calendar back to early March in our temperatures!
Take care and thank you for vlogging and taking us along.
Yikes! Bring back the warmth! ☀️
From the outside it looks like you're doing well. Getting up, yoga, shower, kids, etc. Keeping up the routine is good. Why don't you do delivery for the store. I'm doing that because I cared for my X husband for 2 years (brain tumor) and he passed away a few months ago. I was so exhausted and now I'm very run down immune wise. So, groceries are strictly delivery, wipe down, etc until I recover more. Take care of yourself. And I really enjoy your videos.
I don't want to get bashed on here for saying this but Jen do you have a personal relationship with the Lord? Knowing that the Lord has saved me from my sins, knowing that I have a home in heaven with Him when I leave this earth helps a great deal during this time of uncertainty. Reading His word (the Bible) is better than any self help book or podcast.Asking Him to forgive your sins and into your heart will change your life!! Being able to talk to him in prayer whenever my heart feels overwhelmed is such a blessing. He gives peace which passes all understanding. Not trying to force my religion on you at all, just sharing because as a long time viewer I care
I am sorry you are having a hard time! I know you are going through a lot. I hope you keep making these videos, despite what some people say. It helps to see other people’s emotions through all this. You are doing great considering all that’s been going on in your personal life. Your videos are very calming and it’s good to hear you talk through your feelings!
Oh my goodness that poor child awwww sweet baby got so scared when you turned the blender on, awwwwwww
Yes it seemed to upset him, turn the loud blender off and give him a hug.
Support and love to you Jen. Never let anyone make you feel bad for feeling every feeling. It isn't self absorbed to love yourself, care for yourself, even worry about yourself. Everyone is so quick to say how much "harder" their lives are than yours, but they lack the ability to see how selfish that is to try to compare and say their feelings matter more. You're doing great! My husband left me last year when my kids were 2 years old and 3 months old. I still have to co parent with him and the "woman" (she's terrible) he left me for. Since then I've learned that taking care of my feelings and focusing on my needs is good for me and good for my kids because they get a better version of me than when I try tough it out and act like I'm fine all of the time. Divorce is HARD, Coparenting is HARD, being a mom is HARD. You can do this *hug*
Don’t be so hard on yourself. You are doing a GREAT job. I know myself that one day I’m fine and the next day I can hardly get out of bed. Hang in there and God Bless
Our WHOLE routine is off. We are van life people who had to become stationary in one place and our 7pm to bed up at 530am routine is gone. We have fallen right back into our routine we had before van life. Up all night, sleep half the day. We are ready to get back on the road. TFS
Jen, I can relate to you so much! I have cut my news intake to 15 minutes of fact-checking, a day. I stay away from all the political shenanigans and debates. Thank you for sharing your days, I hope you and your loved ones had a beautiful Easter weekend
Thanks for including us in your day and sharing your family with us. I love your videos
Also, we are social distancing without power :( Its so hard! A tornado went through and it took down all the power lines we are now on day #3. But we still have our home and each other and that’s what matters.
I relate to how you said there’s a fine line between staying informed and watching too much of the news. I have learned that I’m extremely sensitive to the news and other similar things online when it comes to anxiety. I tend to be less informed (although I live with family who do watch news shows regularly so I find out the major things), but I have to be to stay sane. I’ve realized what my triggers are, and I would rather avoid them. It’s hard. I like to be educated, but I know that I also have to take care of myself. I wish you the best. Keep doing the things to take care of yourself. We’ll make it through. 💕
Thank you for the kind words for teachers!
Girl we are all in the same boat . I am a stay at home mom and I have 7 year old and 3 year old boys and you have no idea!! . Our home schooling is going so bad , at first grade it is soo complicated ,sometimes to login for books and then following steps and completing assignments. Convincing my 7 year old to finish his school work while trying to keep my 3 year old busy is soo difficult .He isn’t big enough to understand how online schooling works , so I have to be there. Also, like you with two boys I am always praying I don’t have to run to E.r with them. So just hang in there, give yourself a break , it’s special time and we are allowed to be extra cranky . Sending love your way :)
Thank you for posting this. This is how I feel right now, all of this. I am doing my best to be a present parent for my son. But it's hard. I am someone that thrives on being busy. And I am currently out of work, schools online, and I cant take my son to do things I normally would. It's hard. Thank you for sharing the truth. This isn't an easy thing for anyone.
Hi Jen! I've been enjoying your videos for years and usually remain a silent viewer, but I just wanted to touch on what you mentioned about empathy and how the news is affecting you right now. I'm very much the same in that I am cautious with what I consume (the news, tv shows, movies, etc.) because it affects me deeply and stays with me longer, I think, than most other people. You also stated that you tend to absorb the feelings of others, which is something I do as well. It can be tricky to balance our deep care for others while also needing to set boundaries in what we absorb for our own mental health. For 15+ years now, I've been aware that I have the gift of empathy and it doesn't surprise me to hear that you likely have the gift of empathy as well. One of the most helpful tools I've been using over the past two years is the Enneagram, which has allowed me to understand myself better and how empathy plays a role in my relationship with myself and others. Just wanted to send you some love to remind you that you're not alone and the content you are sharing during this difficult time has been a source of calm and comfort to me
I’m an essential healthcare worker right now and it’s so nice to see a piece of normalcy amidst these times! You are definitely not alone in your feelings on crankiness!
Thank you for all that you do to help heal this world ❤️
I am an essential worker too and it annoys me she feels she has to “wake up” soooo early to get her “work out” in before her kids get up and and has so much fricken time to “self reflect” and she still looks miserable. Get over yourself. You have know idea what more than half the women in this world deal with on a daily basis and I m sorry maybe I’m in a bad mood too but seriously I can’t relate at all and it just annoys me. I have coworkers who work there butts off and are single moms, married moms, grandmothers who are raising a grandchild while still working full time in there 60’s etc.. and all of them are way more pleasant and upbeat to listen too then Jen anymore. Again maybe I’m bitter but oh well whatever.
I'm embracing my inner laziness and not allowing myself to feel guilty about it. Weekdays are easier for me to keep a routine because I have to remote in to my desk job during the day. I'm also having trouble sleeping and I know it's from my coffee but I'm having a hard time cutting down :(
im purging Fall and Christmas bins....we got to do what we got to do...i deplore the change to my routine...that said, the vegetable garden is in and doing amazingly...
Glad Donnie is okay! I've been telling my kids to be extra careful when playing outside (no climbing trees!) and to brush their teeth really well. Not a good time for cavities or broken bones, or any need to go to the ER! ;)
Jen you are doing the best u can in uncharted times. U are a wonderful mother and a very good person. Go easy on yourself we r all in this together💐
I feel for you Jen. Find your passion projects again. Focus on what brings you joy. We will all be okay, we will get through this. Love you!
God bless and keep you all safe and sound.
This quarantine is wearing everyone down. I love seeing the house messy with kids toys. As long as they are having fun, who cares about the rest of it.
I too am sleeping way more than usual. I am also way less busy during the day. I figure it's emotional exhaustion.
Emotional exhaustion is something I'm seeing echoed a lot here in the comments - so many of us are dealing with this. It's comforting to know it's an actual thing!
I feel all those feelings. I have good days and bad days.. the bad days I know I need self care also. I started crocheting again. And I love it
Hi Jen Im so glad for your upload
Well I WAS in a good mood. That was painful to watch honey.
Nathalie Gomez I didn’t say she was. And I did just watch a movie it was great so thank you❤️
I try not to watch the news at all when I'm down in the dumps and depressed, but when everyday is like that then I try to watch enough to know what's going on, but when I feel like I have an idea on what's going on, I stop. Sometimes I go weeks without watching the news also. And I don't take the news personally. Starting to do this is easier said than done, but it gets easier the more you do it. Not taking it personally, it doesn't affect us emotionally so much. But of course when something bad happens to someone we feel sadness for them, but we can control how we feel after that first initial instinct of feelings that we feel.
Hello from Western Mass (not far from Umass Amherst!) These types of regular, mundane vlogs with nothing going on are actually my favorite things to watch! I don't know why, but seeing the everyday normalcy of others' peoples lives, and yours in particular, is very entertaining to me. So, thank you for sharing!! (Also a quick scan of the comments-- I'd like to apologize for many of them. You shouldn't have to read that crap. I hope it doesn't impact your sharing in the future.) Thank you!
It’s time to seek a psychiatrist and get your ex-husband involved. Based on this channel and Instagram, COVID-19 and self-isolation is pushing you over the edge. I know, my mother was just like you, and had she sought and stuck with a psychiatrist, she would not have had the sad, lonely, debilitating life she ended up with. It was painful, stressful, and frustrating to be around her year-after-year, so we just stopped. We had to, or she would have taken us down with her. If you can’t seek help for yourself, then do it for your kids. If you can’t do it for either, then it’s time your ex-husband to step in.
To your viewers who want to start in on me, here’s my reply: save it. I lived my childhood with a mother just like Jennifer (and yes, I am certain because she exhibits all the traits) and there’s NOTHING you can post (I’ll insert passive-aggressive here) that will make me rethink my position, make me feel badly about this post, or influence me in anyway, so don’t bother.
Hang in there Jennifer. Honestly we are all sharing your feelings ! So many fluctuations in our emotions, moods and such. I know its so hard to not be able to be near your loved ones too. Again we are all so feeling this sadness for what we are missing. Thankfully you have your kids to level you out a bit. We can get absorbed in loving on them and keeping them busy and content. Give yourself grace and keep up on your self are. Hugs a d good vibes sent your way!!!
Going grocery shopping stresses me out also! Wearing that mask gives me anxiety, i never grocery shopped so fast in my life lol gloves and wipes also ugh
Do you sew any, Jen? You could sew a mask. I just took up sewing and I find it very therapeutic too.
Emily C ~ I think she owns a sewing machine (or did).
Thank you for posting this vlog. It's so nice to know I'm not the only one feeling emotionally sore. This time is so crazy. Watching your vlogs really help.
As ever Jen, thank you for being so real and raw and honest. In this world where instagram perfection is the norm it’s nice to have a dose of reality so I don’t feel so crazy. Best wishes to you and yours.
Totally agree with the emotionally raw. Something that I have been trying to do is have some beautiful music without words or watching comfort tv shows it’s helped some.
I’m the exact same Jen! I can’t figure it out. Since about 2 weeks ago.. every morning I’m waking up headachey, congested, tired and groggy! Like it’s awful I feel like I’ve been on a 3 day bender and it’s so frustrating as I’m still in bed and lights out by 10, and I just I dunno.. losing my mind with it. Hope it passes for us all soon!
I do feel what you are saying. The more I hear the news the more anxious I get. My children are grown and I miss having them under my roof because the mother in me wants to protect them. That would put 20 under my roof (with grandkids etc.) That would be crazy! Hang in there we will get through this. I'm in Wisconsin - a little nice weather would help:)
The one thing I've noticed when I go out grocery shopping and it's only been two times since this started is that people are really nice! There is a lot more "excuse me, I sorry, I didn't mean to cut in front of you, etc." So maybe something good can come out of this - manners making a comeback!
I've been a morning person all my life and I've never really been able to sleep in until these last couple of months so I'm right there with you! It's been so hard for me to even get up before 8am now which is crazy for me!
Hang in there Jen! Take some down time and care for yourself. You will get through this. Never feel the need to apologize.
Appreciate you 100%. Much love and support.
How about getting a hobby outside of TH-cam to cheer you up? Or just order a pizza and watch a comedy film to distract you. This video is super depressing.
Ashley Johnson Get a life, “Ashley”
Much love back to you, the kids and Winnie!
My 2 year old son just had his first ER visit today. He fell climbing the two steps in the garage and smacked his face on the top stair. He only had to get one stitch but with the virus stuff, only one parent could go with him and my husband won. 😭 My new phrase is going to be, "Stop that- we can NOT go to the hospital right now!"