Be your own friend
Sometimes life can be overwhelming and we might feel like we are drowning in all our To Do’s
It is very easy in such moments to let the anxiety and frustration creep in, the heartbeat starts running a marathon and the breath becomes shallow. Your body feels tight and is praying that you let it expand. The current moment seems so distant and we just can’t get hold of it.
I have been having such a week. Not easy and definitely not fun. Luckily an encouraging email made an entrance in my inbox titled: “How to coach yourself through hard days”.
It reminded me of a cool trick, that surprisingly works really well!
When you tend to criticize yourself and wondering where to even start – try to talk to yourself like to a good friend. Here were the words from the email:
“Okay, [INSERT YOUR NAME], I know this feels like a lot, but look at how far you’ve come. You’re doing a great job, and you’re going to figure this out.”
Talking to yourself in this way actually backed by science as a powerful psychological tool to reduce tension and bring peace, because it creates a distance from your challenges. This makes it easier to view the situation objectively and respond with kindness and support. Research shows that this simple shift can help you regulate emotions, build confidence, and make better decisions—all because you’re stepping outside the stress and seeing things with a more compassionate perspective.
Honestly, this might look artificial at first. But it is such an amazing hack, just give it a go and you will feel how you become your own kind and supportive cheerleader.
Idea source: Big Life Journal: Growth Mindset for Kids & Teens
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