Michelle Obamais an inspiration to us all.

She’s also a dedicated mother to daughters Malia and Sasha Obama.

That means getting enough sleep, eating right, exercising the basics.

Michelle Obama smiling

And sometimes that means… practicing self-compassion."

When it comes to being a mom, she has a similar approach.

Her mother, in particular, keeps their extended family grounded to this day.

Michelle Obama smiling

“She keeps us humble and focused on what’s important,” Michelle said.

“She’s also my sounding board.

Like mother, like daughter, indeed.

Michelle Obama with family

So they were understandably unwilling to adhere to their parents' rules upon returning home again.

Thankfully, although it was a battle at times, the quarantine ultimately brought the family closer together.

As Michelle explained, “This time has allowed us to get some stolen moments back with our girls.

Likewise, she knew how lucky they were, compared to people all over the country.

She’s leading by example, as always.