It’s Okay Not to be Okay

What You Can Do When You’re Not Okay

1. Start With Compassion (Not Criticism)

That inner voice telling you you should be “doing better”? It’s lying. You don’t need to fix everything at once. You need kindness — from yourself, to yourself.

2. Ground Yourself in Small, Achievable Wins

Big goals feel impossible when your energy is low. So let’s go small:

• Got out of bed? Win.

• Brushed your teeth? Win.

• Sent that one email you were avoiding? Huge win.

Small steps lead to momentum.

3. Write It Down — All of It

You don’t need to write a novel. Just jot down what’s on your mind. Journaling can be a lifeline when things feel chaotic. No filter. No pressure. Just release.

4. Reach Out (Even Just a Little)

Send a message. Ask for a chat. You don’t have to explain everything. You just have to be willing to let someone in — even a little.

5. Try One Gentle Self-Coaching Tool

From grounding exercises to mental armour metaphors, from visualisation to boundary-setting — these tools are here to support you when life feels unmanageable.

You don’t need to be “healed” to begin. You just need to be willing to begin.