Some Days Are Just Hard

A quiet reflection on emotional heaviness

There are mornings I wake up and instantly know it’s going to be one of those days. The kind where everything feels heavier. I have no motivation, no energy, and the thought of being productive feels completely out of reach. I often feel more emotional on these days—like all I want to do is go somewhere quiet and cry.

And honestly? Sometimes I do. Because crying helps. It's not a weakness—it's a release. I want to remind you (and myself) that there is nothing wrong with feeling deeply. Emotions are part of being human. Letting them out is healthy.

That doesn’t mean I like these days. They’re tough. But since I started doing more work to understand myself—especially my shadow side—I’ve noticed they come around more often. It makes sense. When you’re digging deep and learning who you really are, things come to the surface. Old feelings, buried pain, unanswered questions—they all want to be seen.

I try to see these days as part of the process. Still, it doesn’t make them easier.

Have you had days like this? I’d love to hear how you handle them. Below is a list of things that help me—or at least give me a little comfort when the weight feels like too much.

Ways to Cope on Heavy Emotional Days

when you feel like crying all day

1. Let yourself cry. Don’t bottle it up. Play music that matches your mood, grab a journal, or just find a quiet place to feel what you need to feel.

2. Get cozy and drink something warm. A favorite tea, hot chocolate, or even warm water with lemon can bring comfort from the inside out.

3. Light a candle or turn on soft lights. Create a peaceful environment where you can breathe and take a break from the noise of the world.

4. Write out your thoughts. It doesn’t have to be neat or make sense. Just let your feelings spill onto the page.

5. Take a warm shower or bath. Imagine the water washing away some of the emotional weight.

6. Step outside, even for a few minutes. Fresh air, birdsong, sunlight—or even just noticing the sky—can remind you you’re still part of something bigger.

7. Hold onto something comforting. A soft pillow, a favorite hoodie, a cozy blanket—small comforts matter.

8. Breathe deeply. Sit down, close your eyes, and take a few slow, deep breaths. Focus on nothing but that for a few minutes.

9. Talk to someone you trust. You don’t have to go into detail. Just saying, “Today’s a hard one,” can help ease the burden.

10. Give yourself permission to rest. It’s okay to take the day slowly. To do less. To just be.

These are the things I’m learning to lean on. Some days, even these feel like too much—and that’s okay too. What matters most is showing yourself kindness, even if it’s just a little.

If you’ve made it this far, thank you for holding space with me. I’d love to know—what helps you on the hard days?

Blessed Be,

Bobbi Ann

Softly moving through, one breath at a time.