(I hit publish too early on this one and can’t figure out how to fix it, so I’m just gonna go with it even though today is Thursday)!
Where has the week gone? This one flew by for me, and I can’t believe it’s already Friday!
While I was flipping back through some of my recent Friday posts, I noticed that I’ve sort of had a common theme. I’m really rockin’ and rollin’ with my Mom Sexy Revolution these days, and I’ve been trying to write Friday posts that leave all of you feeling good about yourselves as we head into the weekends. Because for whatever reason, the weekends seem to the be the time when all the “stuff” comes up.
And by “stuff”, I mean all of those little things in our lives that make us doubt our worth and our sexy. Sometimes it’s the pizza that you ate way too much of on Friday night and that you still feel guilty for eating come Sunday morning. Or maybe it’s the fact that you’re having friends over for a cookout and instead of laughing and having a good time, you sit there and constantly worry about whether your thighs look fat in the shorts you chose to put on. Or hell, maybe the “stuff” that really brings you down in the dumps is when you look at the clock on Saturday night and realize it’s only 9:00pm and that you can’t possibly keep your eyes open for one more second because your kids completely kicked your ass that day. And then you start to feel old. And then feeling old makes you feel a whole lot less sexy.
In an effort to ditch the “stuff” and give all of you a “sexy boost” as we head into the weekend, I am keeping with my inspirational trend and offering a little sexy food for thought this Friday. And I’m going to try and keep up with doing something similar every Friday this summer if I can. Because we could all use a reminder at the end of each week that we are indeed sexy mamas.
I was reading the June 2010 issue of Self Magazine on my plane ride home from TN last Sunday, and the cover article with actress, Amanda Seyfried had me wanting to unbuckle my seat belt despite the little light that was glowing above my head and jump up and down in the aisles and maybe even dance a little bit!
Amanda was asked the following question:
“Do you have any tips on accepting imperfections rather than beating yourself up over every little flaw?”
And here is her kick-ass answer:
“Remember, nobody’s perfect. In Hollywood, people may seem perfect, but that’s because they spend thousands on trainers and diets and surgeries. We’re made to feel as if we’re supposed to look like that, but it’s not realistic at all. If you have a negative body image, exercise, but not for your appearance. The main thing you can change is how you perceive yourself. Stop looking in the mirror and realize that you’re living for yourself, not other people. If we’re so busy trying to change ourselves, especially aesthetically, we’re going to miss out on other, bigger things…”
Seriously people…how Mom Sexy is Amanda? I know she’s not a mom, but she’s Mom Sexy as hell! I honestly couldn’t have given a better answer than she did. She hit the nail right on the head as far as my whole Mom Sexy philosophy goes.
Strive for sexy because it feels good for YOU.
Remember that being sexy is not about the way you look. It’s an ATTITUDE.
And people pick up on your attitude a lot more than you think.
I want you to try a little something this weekend. As you go about your day, walk around with your head held high, and repeat the words, “I Am Sexy!” in your head as you interact with other people. I promise you that your sexy will shine through. And you won’t be the only one who notices it. Giving off positive vibes comes back full circle.
Trust me, it works.
Have a safe, wonderful, and sexy weekend!
And don’t forget to mark your calendars for my Mom Sexy Prom 2010, happening on Monday, June 21st!!
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Though I’m not a mom, I admit, I’m totally in love with Mom Sexy.
Even though I’m not a mom yet (do giant schnauzers count???) I’m SO excited about your Mom Sexy Prom! Now, if I can just decide which dress to put on……
She definitely hit the nail on the head – it’s all about attitude!
Did I RSVP for the prom? School just got out for the summer and I’m a bit frazzled already! Anyway, I’ll be there with bells and whistles. Ok, maybe not that extreme, but I’ll be there!
Once again, Bravo. I so whole-heartedly support this movement of yours. Just fabulous.
Each time I look in the mirror now, I try to say, “Damn, woman, you are beautiful.” It’s working. Now, thanks to you, my head will be high all weekend, both from holding it up AND because of my weekend mantra, “I am sexy.”
Thank you.
I’m not a big fan of this actress, but I LOVE what she says here. Thanks for sharing!
It’s all about how YOU feel when you look at yourself – forget what others think, they don’t matter! Thanks for the reminder!
~Miranda
I agree. I think mom sexy is totally about the way you feel about yourself. If you feel confident then it really shows. I know I have gone through this {not feeling good, feeling good, etc.}. Thanks to you lately I have made a point to start working out and guess what? I am feeling so much better and SEXY! Thanks mama!
Love this!! I totally agree- I have been doing cycling now for 2 months and have not felt better about myself in a LONG time! Exercise should make you feel good about yourself and you should look forward to it like I do! Went from struggling to be motivated to work out a couple times a week to loving being at the gym 5 days a week! Thanks for sharing Mary- this is awesome!!
I am sexy, hear me roar! It’s true – attitude is everything.
Its not how you look, its how you feel!
love it!
Love her realistic take on self-image!
I agree that it’s attitude. Some days you have it and own it, and some days you just want to pull on your hubby’s big old sweatshirt and be a frumpy ice cream eating mess.
I just loved this post! I’ve been feeling so down on myself lately. Not feeling “pretty” enough or “good” enough (damn you PMS)! When I was reading that, I had tears in my eyes because she is right, I’m so focused on what other’s think of me that I lose sight of the bigger picture.
I’m going to do what you say and tell myself all weekend that “I am Sexy”, with a capital S!
Awesome advice…and I love her now
She rocks and I loved that you shared this b/c I haven’t read that mag yet. Need to go get it- I love her! This is so funny that you posted this today b/c I went running this morning (by myself since I am visiting my parents with kids!!) and on my workout mix these 2 songs came on: Sexy Bitch and Live Your Life. I was on fire!! I started running so much faster and felt awesome and guess what…sexy!!!
Well said Amanda and Mommyologist. So much about being or feeling sexy is merely being confident. A woman who is confident and sure of herself is sexy, regardless of her dress size.
I have been thinking so much about your posts as I “undress” this summer. I am, by no means, back to my old shape, but I am really starting to like my new shape. Yoga is making me feel so much leaner and I actually went tutoring in my regular shorts today…as opposed to my lesbian shorts (that’s what my sister and I call the ones that come to your knees)! Thanks for doing this…it’s really started me thinking that I should be proud of what I am now b/c in 10 years, I’ll look back on this and be wistful…just like I am now about pictures I see from 10 years ago…
I love this post!! You have done it again!! As another reader commented, damn you PMS, I get down on myself or I see another mom looking so cute & pulled together & I tend to run out always late, & haphazard. I have to say your posts remind me how great & awesome I am just being me. Bravo on bringing the MOM SEXY back in!!
I love Amanda Seyfried (especially on Big Love), and this make me love her eve more! What a great thing to be reminded of. Have a fabulous weekend and thanks for the boost!! xoxo
I love when Hollywood doesn’t sugar coat it and tells us like it is..she ‘s amazing
have a great weekend
Man, I love coming here and reading your posts. You crack me up and give me a smile because I know someone out there feels the same way. Love it love it!
I followed one of your hints from a couple of weeks ago Mary… I bought some sexy new undergarments and I have them on today. They really do make me feel sexier, even though nobody knows but me! Love it!
You are such a hoot and bright light on the blogosphere. While I’m not feeling very Mom Sexy with this stomach virus, my Hubs and I have a special date tonight and I’m putting on the sexy mindset. Keep going Mommyologist I feel the light!
I love her message but then again, look at her. Easy for her to say.
Awesomeness! Thats a great message. I am slowly but surely starting to get my sexy back. I love my son but he took that feeling away. But now that I’m really striving for a better me….I am feeling that sexy feeling again.Thanks Mommyologist for reminding us whats important! Your attitude!
She’s right, it’s all about attitude. And I adore her. DO you watch Big Love? I’m addicted and she’s so great in it…
I’m trying to have a better attitude. It’s not always easy. We need to be kinder to ourselves.
I think it’s so great to have such beautiful people coming out and admitting the illusion of perfection then giving such amazing advice. How wonderful for everyone. I know I needed to hear that after this week. You’re an amazing lady. Thanks for all the positive vibes and happy, sexy juice you send our way.
Attitude and energy contribute MUCH more to what is considered sexy than appearance. Mothers (and sometimes even fathers) are also often much sexier than they realize – which is probably one of the reasons that they have children to begin with. People DO notice “looks”, but it’s how they FEEL about themselves and others that determines what is sexy.
Wow, what a great comment from Amanda. Even though I know when I look at the magazines that the people in it are so made up and so benefiting from the hours and hours of personal training, as well as the uninterrupted sleep that comes from having a nanny, the prepared (by someone else) healthy meals and the beautiful clothes, it’s hard to maintain perspective when looking at them. Thanks for this reminder. It’s much needed in my life right now.
I’ve heard men say this so many times, too. It’s confidence that turns them on…
Hi, this is my first time here and I’m hooked. I’m going to try the think sexy thing. Will keep you posted on how it turns out. I love Amanda’s answer, she’s right what you do should make you feel good about yourself.