new hampshire mom’s viral ‘mental wellness hour’ sparks nationwide debate on parenting burnout
A New Hampshire life coach is going viral after sharing a controversial daily ritual with her kids: a mandatory, silent “Mental Wellness Hour” where everyone—including mom—does absolutely nothing productive. In a recent TikTok that’s racked up millions of views, she shows her children, ages 6 and 9, sitting quietly with coloring books while she stares at a wall. Critics call it neglect; supporters call it genius. The coach says this trend is about reclaiming boundaries in a world that demands constant hustle. “If your battery is dead, you can’t drive anyone else where they need to go,” she advises. Her message resonates as parents ask: when did self-care become selfish?