Self-Mothering: Daily Rituals and Practices
Learn about self-mothering practices that will infuse your days with nurturing care. From gentle morning routines to midday check-ins and soothing evening rituals, discover how small actions can cultivate a deeper connection with yourself.
What is Self-Mothering?
Self-mothering is the practice of giving yourself the motherly love that we all need.
It is similar to self-care and reparenting, but different. Let this be an invitation to land on a definition and expression of self-mothering that feels best and right for you.
Morning Self-Mothering Rituals
What can you do in the morning that feels nurturing and loving? Here are a few ideas to explore:
Journaling from the voice of motherly love and guidance you need.
Meditation for calm, centering, and emotional release.
Reading something soothing, inspiring, or entertaining.
Pulling a tarot or oracle card, asking for wisdom for the day ahead.
Your morning routine for self-mothering could as simple and short as sitting in the quiet for a few minutes, sipping your coffee and watching the flame of a candle flicker.
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Midday Routines for Self-Mothering
Use these ideas to inspire your midday routines for self-mothering:
Check in with yourself and your intuition before checking on your to-do list.
Getting fresh air for a minute, 30 minutes, or an hour.
Moving your body in some way that feels good and brings you joy.
Pausing for creative rest or expression, whatever that means to you.
Other midday rituals could be lighting a candle, turning on music, or making yourself a nourishing lunch.
Listen to Episode 152: Blessing of the Forks Ritual to learn about the potent practice of infusing your everyday life with love, abundance, or other energies that you desire.
Evening Self-Mothering Practices
The night can be a very magical time, but it can also be a really challenging time. It’s hard to shut things down, to slow down your mind, and not get sucked into the endless scroll and stream in the evening.
Here are a few ways you can bring more self-mothering to your nightly routines:
Taking a minute to breathe in stillness before brushing your teeth or washing your face.
Reflecting on the day and setting intentions for the day ahead.
Being intentional about the technology and entertainment you enjoy.
Wearing cozy socks, making a yummy snack, or tucking yourself in early because that’s what you need.
If this has inspired you to bring more self-mothering practices and rituals to your everyday life, let me know! Come say hi on Instagram, I’m @kaileenelise.
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About Kaileen Elise Sues
Hi, I'm Kaileen! Intuition coach, host of the Celebrate Cultivate podcast, and mom of three.
Until I found my inner voice, I was a perfectionist always on the edge of overwhelm. This practice changes everything.
That’s why I’m here to help you access your intuition. So you can heal old wounds, manifest magic, and find calm in the chaos of daily life.
