You First

Take care of yourself first. I usually think of the oxygen mask theory when I remind people to take care of themselves first. On an airplane, you are told to place your oxygen mask on your face first before helping others. This includes your children! As a parent, we know how hard it is to save ourselves before saving our children. But think about it... if we save others first, who will save us? We will be around longer to help longer if we are safe. The whole point is to take care of yourself before stressing about taking care of everyone else. It is okay to take a reasonable step back from life's demands to make sure you are okay. It is necessary to put yourself first.