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Cultivating Community
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.