What's Your Secret Weapon as a Busy Mom?

Quiz Questions

• 1.
  Which famous woman do you admire most?

  • A.
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    Rosa Parks
  • B.
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    Helen Keller
  • C.
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    Malala
  • D.
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    Mother Teresa
  • E.
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    Melinda Gates
• 2.
  Which word appeals to you most?

  • A.
    Friendship
  • B.
    Communication
  • C.
    Helping
  • D.
    Thankfulness
  • E.
    Authenticity
• 3.
  If you had a bad day at work, what would you do?

  • A.
    Try to focus on something that went well that day.
  • B.
    Go home and find solace in a pint of ice cream or glass of wine.
  • C.
    Do something nice for someone else to pull me out of my funk.
  • D.
    Call a friend to talk it through.
  • E.
    Take a walk or work out to clear my mind.
• 4.
  What scenario would make you proudest as a parent?

  • A.
    Seeing my child help an elderly woman carry groceries to her car.
  • B.
    Having my child earn all As on a report card.
  • C.
    Hearing from a teacher that my child invited the new student to eat lunch with his group of friends.
  • D.
    Having my child tell me the truth even when they know it might get them or a friend in trouble.
  • E.
    Hearing from another parent that my child was respectful and said thank you.
  • F.
    Watching my child listen to grandparent's story about the good old days - and ask a few questions because they're truly interested.
• 5.
  Which of these quotes resonates with you the most?

  • A.
    "It is our choices that show what we truly are, far more than our abilities." ~ Dumbledore
  • B.
    "Pay attention to the little things. They're more important than you think." ~ Matt Guttierez
  • C.
    "Stars can't shine without darkness." ~ Anonymous
  • D.
    "Small acts, when multiplied by millions of people, can transform the world." ~ Howard Zinn
  • E.
    "Find your tribe. Love them hard." ~ Anonymous

Quiz Outcomes

• 1.
  Values

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  Your #1 secret weapon as a busy mom is Clear Values. Surprised that having Clear Values is a secret weapon? A Forbes article emphasized the importance of clear values to a company's overall success. According to The Center for Parenting Education, understanding your own values is critical to effective parenting. Why is this YOUR secret weapon? You know your values and you live according to them, which helps you make decisions for yourself and your family more easily. Having clear values eliminates uncertainty, reduces the number of options to choose from, and ensures that others know what you’re about. You have a sense of purpose, which serves your family well.
• 2.
  Gratitude

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  Your #1 secret weapon as a busy mom is Gratitude. Surprised that Gratitude is a secret weapon? According to a Forbes article by a licensed psychotherapist, being grateful has enormous scientifically-proven benefits in every area of life. Parents who teach gratitude pass those benefits on to kids who are less likely to take things for granted (Huffington Post). Why is this YOUR secret weapon? Your focus on gratitude reduces anxiety and depression. It improves your physical health, ability to adapt to difficulties and enjoy life. It helps you notice positive things and keeps the focus on what you have rather than what you don’t. These are huge benefits for you and your family! Being grateful also improves relationships. You use it to create community and connections, it makes you more agreeable and it helps you forgive and trust others.
• 3.
  Listening

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  Your #1 secret weapon as a busy mom is Listening! Surprised that Listening is a secret weapon? An Indeed article identified active listening as one of the most critical communication skills in the workplace. According to the American Psychological Association, listening is key to healthy connections between parents and kids. Why is this YOUR secret weapon? You stop talking long enough to really listen. You're not just waiting to respond; you're deeply engaged in what others share with you. You ask questions and pay attention to the little things. Others appreciate that you remember what they tell you, sometimes long after the conversation, and your family knows you really care about what's going on in their lives. In a world of so much noise, you stand out because you listen well.
• 4.
  Cultivating Community

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  Your #1 secret weapon as a busy mom is Cultivating Community. Surprised that Cultivating Community is a secret weapon? The Harvard Business Review reported that job satisfaction and commitment increases when people have friends at work. According to The International Youth Foundation, kids with close ties to family, friends, school and community "are more likely to have a solid sense of security that produces strong values and prevents them from seeking destructive alternatives." Why is this YOUR secret weapon? You tend to have a lot of friends around you because you seek out connections and intentionally develop those relationships. You enjoy spending time with other people, are willing help out when they need it and are often the catalyst for new friendships. You see the value of community at work and you understand its importance for your kids. You open your home to other kids and families, and everyone's life is better because of it.
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  Service

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  Your #1 secret weapon as a busy mom is Service. Surprised that Service is a secret weapon? A Forbes article reported that volunteering can build new skills and develop your work experience. According to The International Youth Foundation, volunteering helps kids understand the value of contribution and gives them a sense of purpose. Why is this YOUR secret weapon? You give and serve generously, whether it's within your own family, the workplace or your larger community. You see a need and do what you can to meet it. You're intentional about actions and choices that make the world a better place. Serving others is empathy in action, and it leads to a longer and healthier life. Your kids notice your selflessness (or will if they haven't yet) and realize that being kind is more than just a saying on a t-shirt.