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?
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It soothes a cornered heart! Words to say to someone who’s mentally exhausted (11–20)
Do what you can, and then just worry quietly in your heart about the rest. Things will only turn out the way they’re going to anyway.NEW!Katsu Kaishū
After you’ve given everything you’ve got, all you can do is hope for success.
As Katsu Kaishū’s famous saying teaches, if there’s nothing more you can do, you just have to stay calm and let things take their course.
Being able to do that comes from having done all you can and having no regrets about the time you’ve spent.
Being able to feel that way is itself a kind of success, and an experience you need.
If you can say you’ve poured out all the strength you have, be proud of yourself no matter the result.
The key to resisting stress is being moved—above all else. And it’s also the secret to a long life.NEW!Shigeta Saitō
There are times in our daily lives when stress and fatigue build up, aren’t there? This quote is from Shigeta Saitō, a psychiatrist, essayist, and honorary director of Saitō Hospital.
Being moved or deeply touched can ease the stress in your brain and help relax your mind.
In your current surroundings, recall small joys, good things that happened, and moments that moved you, and allow yourself to feel happy.
In a world often called a stressful society, this may be a quote that gives you courage.
It’s okay to feel regret, to cry, to rejoice. That’s what it means to be human.Shuzo Matsuoka
These are the words of Shuzo Matsuoka, speaking to the idea that humans have a range of emotions—joy, sadness, and more—and that we don’t have to hide them.
As we go through each day, our emotions naturally shift; instead of suppressing them, expressing them as they are is part of being human.
It also conveys the message that even when we accept and move forward with our more vulnerable feelings, they can become the strength that carries us to the next step.
You can feel a strong wish for each person to affirm their own humanity, believe in themselves, and keep moving forward.
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.
Think of all the beauty still left around you and be happy.NEW!Anne Frank
These are the words of Anne Frank, which gently wrap around a troubled heart.
The greater the loss, the more life may appear faded.
Yet this famous quote reminds us that there are still so many wonderful things by your side.
When you want to recover from a painful reality, don’t force yourself to forget; instead, try turning your attention to what you love and what moves your heart.
By doing so, your spirit may regain its strength, and a life that seemed washed out might come alive again in different colors.
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.
The people who tell you “Don’t push yourself, don’t overdo it” are the ones who are secretly pushing themselves the hardest.Publius Vergilius Maro
These words express the idea that those who know the hardship of pushing themselves too hard are the ones who can speak with the most compassion.
Because they’ve experienced their own limits, they can recognize others’ limits and reach out at the right moment.
You can also sense that, precisely because their words come from someone who understands risk, we should truly listen and make adjustments so we don’t exceed our own limits.
It’s content that cultivates the ability to discern limits and to find ways to avoid risks.
Beyond the clouds, the sky is always blue.Louisa May Alcott
These are the words of Louisa May Alcott, an American novelist, speaking to the idea that if we endure even in painful times, brighter days are sure to come.
Even when the sky is covered with clouds, there is blue sky beyond them—this conveys the fact that with time, hardship will pass.
If we think of the bright essence as merely hidden by clouds, it may help us remember that brightness.
The message is hopeful: suffering doesn’t last, and there is surely something bright ahead.
Do not laugh at those who have fallen. They tried to walk.Seiichiro Yonekura
These are the words of Seiichiro Yonekura, expressing how wonderful failure can be, even though many people laugh at it.
If you fell, it means you had been walking up to that point—failure is proof that you took action.
It also feels like a question directed at those who laugh at someone who has fallen: are they really moving forward themselves, and do they have the right to laugh at failure? It’s the kind of message that affirms the effort someone has made up to their setback and gives them the courage to keep walking.