We are always our own worst critics, and people are probably judging you a lot less than you think they are.
But for more minor things—say, a poop blowout as you’re heading into a doctor’s appointment or your MIL showing up unannounced to find you still in your pajamas at 3 p.m.—find humor in those moments. We are always our own worst critics, and people are probably judging you a lot less than you think they are. Being a little late, a little disorganized, and a whole lot tired is A-OK at this point in the game. It might feel like the worst thing in the world, but if you have the option, it’s always better to laugh than to cry.