How to Be a Student Mom
Posted in Student Life
In this day and age of career women with hyphenated titles (e.g. actress-singer-model-entrepreneur), you got to appreciate a traditionally female occupation finally getting hyphenated that of the mother - student.
A mom's job, to put it as simply as possible, is to make sure each member - and everything else in the home - is okay, while of course performing her tasks at work.
Some people believe, women included, that you just can't balance being a mom and being a student.
elearners.com believes otherwise. Here's why.
Organization
A mom is the manager of the home. She keeps everyone's schedule and looks after everyone. She performs her responsibilities at work. Cooks dinner when she gets home. Helps the kids with their homework.
Throw in a couple of volunteer or charity work here and there and you got yourself an organizer or planner that's better than your PDA. Most people believe that if you add the load of courses to this already packed schedule, it's going to be impossible to juggle. But moms are naturals organizing and figuring out where things will (perfectly fit).
Problem-solving
Having and raising kids prepares mothers for just about anything you throw at them. Just the fact that you brought child to the world with hardly any assurances that he's going to turn out all right is proof enough.
Another instance, a child asks her a question that momentarily has her stumped. She knows her kid will be counting on her answer and that what she says will definitely influence her child. In a second or two, she has an answer and a good one at that. Courses don't stand a chance.
Big picture and the details
Mothers can see the whole picture without missing the details that tell her how things got there. This is especially helpful when studying. She has set her sights on her degree without losing sight of the steps she has to take in order to get there.
24/7
Moms are used to 24-hour jobs. It's part of the job. Instead of catching a few more Zs, expect her to work on her course responsibilities.
Dream come true
Mom's are supportive. It's a built-in feature. If her daughter asks "Will I become a ballerina-princess-veterinarian?" Of course she'll say yes. She only has the brightest hopes for her children's futures, and she knows that anything is possible if you just work hard and put your heart into any endeavor. This of course, also applies to her own dreams, which sets her course to success.
Multitasking
Since they cannot stretch a 24-day to 25, they resort to multitasking. A mom always has her hands full, yet she still manages to attend to everything. Given this superb skill, she can finish a lot of things at once. And this skill will come in handy when tackling her course responsibilities.
Communication skills
Moms have great communication. Imagine having to talk to a work-exhausted husband, a two-year old throwing a fit, an overly hyper 8-year old, and a teenager who never listens? Watch them effectively discuss with professors, classmates and people at on line forums.
Taking responsibility seriously
You can't hold the future of mankind in your hands and not take your responsibilities seriously. It a mom's jobs to raise her kids to be good, wise and compassionate people, and it's not simple. With their bright plans for their kids, they understand the importance of providing kids with every opportunity. That's why moms take their responsibilities as students seriously. They know that they are not only working to earn a degree but towards a brighter future for their kids.
Quick learners
Understanding a fragile being who can't not talk is a great challenge. In addressing the needs of this tiny fragile being, moms basically have to grope their way around until they get the feel of it - learn by trial and error. And with the quick-changing nature of children, moms have to learn and adapt fast, decipher what is being thrown at them and deal with it appropriately. The faster they get the "feel of things" the faster they can move to on and address other things.
Delayed rewards
Moms have no problem with having to sacrifice now and waiting for years, perhaps decades, to see the fruits of their labors become remarkable adults. Same thing with their studies. They have no problems with working hard now and having to wait for years for their degree in the future.
