The evening sets in and it's time to go to bed. For many men, this means: head on the pillow, lights out, and the world goes silent. But for women, especially mothers and working partners, this is often when the real challenge of the day begins. Our need to care for and make loved ones happy takes control.

 

Women lie down and immediately thoughts shoot through their heads: Did the kids eat enough vegetables today? My husband’s blue shirt needs to be washed for his meeting on Friday! I really shouldn't eat bread so late. How can I manage to fit all tomorrow’s appointments together, and the tires still need to be changed. Is my son really enjoying tennis, or is he just doing it to please us? Omg, and I need to get waxed this week too. Back in 1999 – I should have stayed with that company. And I forgot to call Marta today. It’s already 1 AM... Should I have praised my daughter today while Patrick’s son is having so many problems with math?! The presentation needs to be completed by Friday. I won’t manage yoga tomorrow...

 

The thoughts are like waves that come and go, and with each wave, we feel sleep drifting further away. It’s the worries about health, the future, the never-ending to-do lists that turn our nightly pillow into a battleground. Estrogen makes us care for everyone – everyone but ourselves!

 

Do you know this feeling? Do you feel like I'm reading your mind?

 

Can a woman end this nightly mental marathon? Or at least reduce the intensity of these thought floods to experience a more restful night?

 

Here are some approaches that can help:

 

• Structured Relaxation Techniques: Techniques such as meditation, mindfulness exercises, or Progressive Muscle Relaxation (PMR).
• Maintaining a Consistent Bedtime Routine: Prepares the mind to calm down.
• Writing Down Thoughts: An effective method to empty the mind before going to sleep.
• Targeted Coaching: Working with a coach to identify deep-seated causes of stress and overload.
• Setting Boundaries: Learning to say "no" can be very liberating.
• Physical Activity: Regular physical exercise, including yoga, can have a calming effect.
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I look forward to your suggestions and further ideas! Let's work together to find ways to reduce burdens and enhance the quality of life.