It soothes a cornered heart! Words to say to someone who’s mentally exhausted.
Whether at work or in personal relationships, we all sometimes get mentally exhausted.
Of course, when our own words or actions cause trouble, but even when we believe we’re not at fault, many of us can’t help overthinking.
And even without any conflict, some people simply become worn out from being too busy.
So this time, we’re sharing words you can say to someone who’s feeling mentally drained.
Each of these can help soothe the heart, so why not offer them to a tired friend, family member, or colleague?
It soothes a cornered heart! Words to say to someone who’s mentally exhausted (1–10)
When I’m tired, my thoughts inevitably sink into gloom. When I’ve slept well, a fierce confidence surges up.Ryoma Sakamoto
If your thoughts won’t come together and your heart is growing more and more tired, why not try getting a solid night’s sleep, just as this saying suggests? These are the words of Sakamoto Ryōma, a Tosa domain samurai and one of the most popular reformers of the late Edo period even today.
When we’re tired, our thinking inevitably slows down or goes in circles.
At times like that, it’s important to rest.
If you give your mind and body proper rest, you’ll likely feel more positive, organize your thoughts, and see a clearer path ahead.
When you’re exhausted, it’s okay to take a break—no matter the situation!
If you count your blessings, you can become happy right away.Arthur Schopenhauer
If you find yourself thinking, “I want to be happy” or “I’m unhappy,” please remember these words.
They are by the German philosopher Arthur Schopenhauer.
When we think of happiness, we tend to focus only on the big things, so unless there’s something obvious, we may not feel that we’re happy.
But take a moment to pause and look closer at what’s right around you.
Even if they’re small, there are countless sources of happiness nearby.
If you start counting those little joys, just as these words suggest, you’ll soon find yourself filled with a sense of happiness.
If you fail, you can try again. If trying again doesn’t work, think it through once more and try again.Konosuke Matsushita
When we fail, we may become so discouraged that we can’t get anything done.
But these words tell us that if we fail, we can simply try again as many times as it takes.
They come from Konosuke Matsushita, known as the “God of Management,” who built what is now Panasonic Holdings.
If you fail, look for the cause of the failure and try again.
If it still doesn’t work, look once more for what went wrong, add a small improvement, and try again…
It’s a task that requires perseverance, but these words teach us that what matters is to keep going without giving up on anything.
Once you’ve done everything you can, leave the results to others.Golda Meir
When we’re facing something and working hard, we can’t help worrying about what the outcome will be—and sometimes that turns into anxiety.
These are the words of Golda Meir, urging us to brush aside the anxiety that comes from thinking about results and to focus straight on what we can do.
She reminds us that it’s crucial to first do everything within our power; if we devote ourselves to that without dwelling on the future, the outcomes that earn recognition will follow.
Above all, she tells us, it’s important to keep putting in the effort and see through everything we’re capable of doing.
Think not of today’s failures, but of the success that may come tomorrow.Helen Keller
When we mess up, we tend to dwell on that failure all day long.
But the fact is, what’s done won’t disappear.
Rather than being dragged down by an unchangeable past, let’s turn our eyes to a bright future where we might succeed tomorrow—that’s the message of these words.
They’re from Helen Keller, who, without giving in to her disabilities, continued learning and devoted herself to supporting people with disabilities.
If clinging to the past is harming your heart, take this message to heart and live with a positive outlook—believe that tomorrow will go well.
Only you understand your own worth.Pearl Bailey
Not being understood or accepted by those around you is something that can happen to anyone, and it may wear down your heart.
Pearl Bailey’s words make us reflect on what, in the truest sense, can understand who we are.
Our thoughts and actions stem from the values within our hearts, and she conveys that the only person who can truly understand us is ourselves.
Because we are the ones who know our own worth, her words encourage us to first trust ourselves and keep moving forward.
If you are tired, sit for a while on the grass by the roadside and watch the passersby. People will never go all that far.Ivan Turgenev
People who are desperately devoted to something often don’t realize how much fatigue has built up without their noticing.
These words by Ivan Turgenev remind us that our hearts and minds also accumulate fatigue, and that it’s important to take breaks without rushing.
The more someone has been pushing themselves, the more they hesitate to rest out of anxiety about being left behind—but even so, he urges us to pause and look around.
Sometimes, by calmly taking in our surroundings, we may discover new insights, including solutions.