How can I take care of myself when I feel obligated to take care of my family?

It usually is best if u realize that your kids will survive without u. We all need time to ourselves.

You're going through rough patch right now. Family is blood, and when it comes to many of us, we put these people first, or at least care deeply for our family's well-being. Personally, what I learned throughout my experiences, is that you should prioritize yourself in some way, to ensure physical healthiness, emotional healthiness, and consequently--happiness. In the end, we only have one life, and should make the best out of it. I am not saying that you should merely toss aside ALL of your family's needs and worry only about yourself (because it definitely isn't that simple), but never forget about YOU because your own happiness is very, very important and affects how you feel the minute you wake up every morning, and before you go to sleep.

When you help your family you will be able to help yourself. when you love them you will be able to love yourself.

You can still take care of yourself while tending with your family needs and responsibilities. When possible, find things to do that you like and find relaxing. A happy and healthy you means a happy and healthy family too!

In order to take care of your family, you have to take care of yourself first because you have to be there for them.

By ensuring that you have to be at your finest to the most important person in your life. You. Eat Healthy and on time. Rest when you can. Think through the clutter that stains your mind and your desk. Take a long walk. Have a ten minute conversation, everyday with someone who is neither family nor work. Spend a while on your hobby. Build yourself as the reliable person you want to be. Mainly Prioritize.

Scheduling and good habits. For example, if you know your kids will be up at 7, set your alarm for 6 so you can get up and do a quick home work out before the day gets away from you. Once it becomes a habit it will become easier. Self care will make you happier and in turn your family as well. Its so worth it!

Do not not take care of them. You can take care of yourself as well as them, you just have to meet your needs first and then go onto meeting theirs

Count yourself as a member of your family, and set aside some care for yourself as well. You'll feel less resentment for your family and they will benefit as a result.

Do both. You cannot take care of your family if you have not taken care of yourself. The best way to ensure that you have taken care of you family to the fullest, is to make sure that you are okay as well. Sometimes, you will have to put them first, of course. However, it is important to take of yourself as well. Carve out some time in the morning or evenings when you know no one else will be awake and call that your "me-time." Write down what makes you feel good and do it in your "me-time" slot. Is it reading a book? Writing in a journal? Shooting a basketball? Whatever it is, do it during this time.