
Drop Self Judgement
When You Feel Off: Don’t Pile On. Tune In.
We all have those days when we just… feel off.
Maybe it’s a low-grade irritation you can’t shake.
Maybe it’s that heavy, behind-the-eyes fatigue.
Maybe it’s the knot in your stomach that shows up before you even open your laptop.
And yet — instead of simply noticing that feeling, we often start judging ourselves for even having it.
“Why am I like this?”
“I should be over it by now.”
“Other people have it worse.”
That extra layer of self-judgment?
It’s not helping.
In fact, it’s quietly draining your energy.
Energy you could be using for:
The task right in front of you.
Creative thinking and problem solving.
Actually being present with the people in your life.
A Better Way Forward
Instead of piling on, try tuning in.
Your feelings aren’t flaws. They’re signals.
Signals that can point you toward what you need right now — whether that’s rest, clarity, support, or simply a moment to breathe.
Here’s a simple practice to try:
Notice. “I’m feeling anxious right now.”
Name. “This is overwhelm talking.”
Normalize. “It’s okay to feel this way. I can still take one small step forward.”
Two Quotes to Keep in Mind
"Don't believe everything you think."
— Byron Katie
"You have been criticizing yourself for years, and it hasn’t worked. Try approving of yourself and see what happens."
— Louise Hay
When you give yourself permission to feel without judgment, you not only free up mental space — you also unlock the energy, creativity, and presence you need to move forward.
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