How to be a successful super woman

She whips up a healthy breakfast for her family before heading to work, and she looks gorgeous with perfect skin and a great sense of style. She is the successful super woman. Her husband is happy, her children are thriving, she is appreciated at work, and she even has time for friends — how is this possible? Doing everything well is not always easy and it can be stressful, but there is a trick. To master motherhood, womanhood, and having a career, you have to focus on your self.

To be able to sustain yourself during the day and cope with stress, eat a sustaining diet. Make everything that you eat count — that means a diet of fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grains, beans, low-fat dairy products, and quality protein sources like eggs, fish, and lean meats. Keep your energy levels up at work with a high protein snack of almonds, coconut flakes, and dried cranberries. Sip on green tea during the day to avoid the ups and downs of coffee. Enjoy a fulfilling and easy-to-make breakfast with your family such as oatmeal and fruit or boiled eggs, toast, and avocado. Don’t skip lunch! The Illinois Department of Public Health suggests that women between the ages of 23 and 50 should take in between 1,700 and 2,200 calories a day.

To be successful, you need plenty of energy. Regular exercise can help to keep your energy levels high enough to do another load of laundry and to help your daughter with her homework after coming home from work. Working out is also good for your state of mind — you will be able to fulfill your goals with a smile! According to the American Psychological Association, research shows that exercise is good for mental health. If you are physically active, then you are less likely to have anxiety and depression and you are more likely to be able to cope with stress. As a successful super woman, it may seem difficult to make time for a workout, but it is easy once you make it a part of your routine. Set aside 30 minutes a day for a walk or jog, for a yoga class, or for a trip to the gym. You need and deserve this time to sweat out stress and tension and to feel energized and inspired enough to conquer each day.

Staying organized is essential for being successful at anything, let alone everything! You may have to sacrifice time in front of the television or indulging in a long shower, but if you focus on making constructive use of your time, you can get everything done with time to spare. Decide what you are going to accomplish each day, set your priorities, and then work towards your goals. An easy way to do this is to keep a day planner. Be realistic about your daily goals. It is better to be able to get the satisfaction of crossing everything off your list than to feel frustrated with what was left undone.

The modern woman usually has a busy schedule! Take good care of your health so you have the energy and focus to be successful in all of your roles. When life does become overwhelming, take a break. Every super woman needs a day to sleep in and wear her pajamas or to go to the spa. Then, get back to your life with a passion!