You don't have to quit to rest
Many of us see rest as a sign of weakness. We often don't even consider it an option. Our minds go straight to giving up when we feel burnt out. You don't have to quit to rest. It's okay to take a bre...
19 Touko 202236s
What would your life look like if it were simpler?
Many of us feel out of control. We've got countless plans, commitments, and obligations. Every single day is a juggle of lists, tasks, and projects. We've made nearly no time to just be. What would yo...
18 Touko 202236s
Why compare your behind-the-scenes to others' highlights?
You might feel like you're the only one struggling. This can, in turn, drive feelings of inadequacy and unworthiness. Yet, we all face insecurities, pain, and conflict. Most of us are just keeping the...
17 Touko 202234s
Doing something stupid doesn't make you stupid
We all make mistakes or do things we regret, often knowingly. Many of us let these moments define us. We label ourselves "stupid" and never let ourselves learn from and let go of our past. Doing somet...
16 Touko 202239s
What can you do right now?
The past is gone. We can only learn from and build upon it. The future isn't here. We can only plan and prepare for it. What good is ruminating over what's done? What good is worrying over what might ...
13 Touko 202238s
Your mistakes make excellent teachers
There's value in letting the past go and moving forward. However, we often ignore or suppress memories of mistakes too soon. We miss out on reflection, growth, and understanding. Your mistakes make ex...
12 Touko 202237s
Distraction only takes you so far
We often seek distraction from discomfort, stress, or discontent. This may work in the moment, but it can also bury or exacerbate underlying issues. Distraction only takes you so far. Learning to face...
11 Touko 202236s
We each choose our own pressures
Any pressure we feel comes from within, based on how we compare to our expectations of our ourselves. Others might influence those expectations. Without our buy-in, though, they're powerless. We each ...
10 Touko 202232s
