longing

You are doing a good job. Yes, even now. You are doing enough. Take a moment and say to yourself “I am doing my best”. Even if there is room for improvement, that can come in the future. In a day or an hour or a minute from now. But, at this exact second, recognize that, no matter your mistakes, you are good enough.

you deserve a better life as in never let the bad thoughts tell you otherwise. you deserve a better life as in that’s not easy to acquire, but if it is ever a possibility, don’t deny yourself it. you deserve a better life as in you deserve good things.

A comforting thought for anyone feeling stuck right now: fields have to lie fallow for a season so the soil can rest and recover its nutrients. trees look entirely dead in the winter, but underneath the bark, they are preparing for spring. you are allowed to have fallow seasons. you are allowed to be in a winter state. your productivity does not define your worth as a human being, nor does it define your talent as an artist or a creator. if the words aren't flowing, or the art isn't coming together, or you just feel tired—let yourself rest without the crushing weight of guilt. you aren't failing; you are gathering the nutrients you need for the next beautiful thing you make. 🤍

no offense but hating on things other people enjoy does not make you superior

in a world full of apathy, allow yourself to give a shit about things that matter to you

sometimes you must ask for what you need/want

whatever you can accomplish today is enough