NEED A PERSONAL ASSISTANT TO MANAGE YOUR KIDS’ CRAZY SCHEDULES?
But there are tactics you can employ to turn the tide and find more time for yourself. TAG TEAM There’s no reason to try to do everything on your own. The phrase “It takes a village to raise a child” exists because managing the stressors of life requires help. A great place to start is by establishing car pools with a parent group you trust. You can alternate drivers weekly, which provides the opportunity for you to focus your attention on other priorities — or if you’re lucky, have some freedom. THE RIGHT TOOL FOR THE JOB Technology makes organization easier and more accessible than ever. By using a tool like a shared calendar, you can coordinate the entire family’s schedule so you never miss a beat. And apps like Mealime and MealBoard give you the ability to whip up food that is cost-effective and delicious. Try These 3 Tips Instead
TEAMWORK MAKES THE DREAM WORK While you’re busy trying to rally the troops at soccer practice, the scene at home resembles a horror movie. Laundry is piling up, food is spoiling in the fridge, and the dust bunnies around the house now have names. Housecleaning is a part-time job in its own right. The only way to stay on top of duties around the house is to work together. A chore chart with clear responsibilities is a great place to start. Whether you have one child or eight, everyone is capable of pitching in. You can have all the organizational abilities in the world, but the best way to manage life’s madness isn’t by directing day-to-day tasks; it’s by managing stress. Instead of using these tools to control life, look at them as a way to free up time so you can decompress and enjoy the things you love.
School has started. Youth sports are in full swing. Work is crazy. Food has become more about necessity than enjoyment. All of this can only mean one thing: Fall has begun. The crazy schedules this time of year can make it tough for parents to keep their heads on straight; making it through the insanity sometimes feels more like survival than life.
KAYLA SHARES HER PT PHILOSOPHIES LEADING BY
Kayla McMurray is a new face at Altitude PT, and we are so happy to have her here. Kayla became interested in physical therapy during college, but she experienced the power of rehabilitation firsthand after tearing her Achilles tendon during a track meet her junior year. Reflecting on her experience, Kayla notes, “Going through the rehab process myself gave me such an appreciation for all of the thought, problem solving, and attention to detail that physical therapy entails, as well as the importance of making sure rehab is done correctly to prevent further problems.” A lifelong athlete and lover of the outdoors, Kayla is passionate about the way physical therapy heals people through movement. “I love the idea of using movement and exercise as medicine for the body, and I wholeheartedly believe in promoting an active lifestyle to maintain optimal health,” Kayla says. “Physical therapy does just that!” EXAMPLE WITH AN ACTIVE LIFESTYLE
Her favorite part about her job is “undoubtedly the interactions with patients,” she admits. “I love that we, as physical therapists, get to spend so much time one-on-one with our patients — especially at Altitude — and really get to know them and hear what’s going on in their lives.” It was through her own experiences while running track — as an All-American hurdler, no less — that Kayla came to appreciate the mental aspects of fitness. “My past experience with track has shown me the value of pushing yourself physically and how much more the human body is capable of than we sometimes think; the power of the mind is amazing!” Kayla says. “I love when patients are
willing to push themselves and realize that they are capable of accomplishing so much more than they thought.” After work, you’ll likely find Kayla on the greenbelt or in the foothills running, biking, or walking, and heading to the mountains for trail runs on the weekends. But Kayla can summarize her hobbies better: “Basically anything that involves sun and the mountains is wonderful!” We’re so excited to have a physical therapist as passionate about their work as Kayla is at Altitude PT. We know you’ll love working with her!
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