Tiny Buddha

“The impulse to overexplain often comes from a history of not feeling truly heard.” @SaraKuburic

"Sometimes when I feel sad and alone, it helps to remember I’m not alone in feeling sad. Not because I want other people to hurt too, but because it reminds me we all feel this way sometimes, it’s not my fault, and it’s not a permanent state.” ~Lori Deschene

"You don’t have to chase a big dream to live a meaningful life. You can also find purpose in loving out loud, creating pockets of joy, and choosing to learn and grow when life gets hard.” ~Lori Deschene

Saying yes when you mean no doesn’t just drain your time. It drains your energy and leaves you exhausted. Boundaries don’t start with other people. They start with noticing what feels off and choosing not to ignore it. Read more: buff.ly/Dp8baX0

"Every now and then, a little voice inside you will whisper, 'Maybe this isn’t right.’ Listen to it. Get curious about where it’s coming from. You know more than you think you do.” ~Lori Deschene

"There is no shame in making mistakes while trying to figure things out. The goal is to live a fulfilling life, not a perfect one.” @RobHillSr

You’d never talk to a friend the way you talk to yourself. So why is your inner voice so harsh? If you’re kind to everyone else but brutal to yourself, this might explain why—and how to change it: buff.ly/StblDLg

"Sometimes nothing feels right, and the next right thing is to let it be. Not forever. Just long enough to steady yourself in the center of the storm so it doesn’t sweep you away. Breathe. Surrender. Be with what is. In that calm acceptance, you’ll start to find your way.” ~Lori Deschene

Hi friends, Lori here! I recently put all my free downloads in one place for email subscribers—self-care challenges, workbooks, and a free eBook to help you through hard times. Get instant access here: buff.ly/YgM8wnu

Today is a great day to enjoy the little things, tell someone you love them, and give yourself some credit for how far you’ve come.

“Finding your people makes you realize there was nothing wrong with you.” ~Unknown

"Don’t fear being 'too much.’ Fear becoming so small you stop recognizing yourself. Never shrink your needs just to match someone else’s low capacity.” ~Dan Rosenfeld

"Studying yourself is one of the most life-changing decisions you can make. When you learn why you react the way you do, what you're protecting, what you're repeating, you stop living on autopilot. Self-awareness becomes freedom.” ~Unknown

"The art of letting someone be in a bad mood will completely change your life.” @theholisticpsyc

"Our elders weren’t boring; they were onto something. Turns out, slow mornings, tending to plants, getting lost in books, early home-cooked dinners, a firm mattress, deep sleep, and minding your own peaceful business is a glorious way to live.” @Vex King

"Marry someone whose character you admire. Because nothing will take a greater toll on your happiness than waking up every day next to someone whose actions tell you they have no integrity, avoid accountability, and have no real desire to grow.” ~Jillian Turecki

"Outgrowing a friendship doesn’t mean it failed. It means you’re paying attention to who you are now.” ~Ahilya Patil When you realize you’ve outgrown a friendship: buff.ly/R0uBwty

"There’s no prize for racing through life. Slow down. Feel the breeze. Taste your food. Laugh with someone you love. Slow doesn’t always 'win the race,' but it feels a lot more joy." ~Lori Deschene

We’re all going through a lot right now. I hope we all find peace.

Sometimes the most powerful question we can ask ourselves isn’t “Why did this happen to me?” It’s “What can I do with this now?” If you’re stuck on the unfairness of what you’re going through, read on: buff.ly/Bh3atUD