Weekly Happiness Note April 24, 2025

7 Strategies to Believe in Yourself When That Feels Hard to Do

“Believing in yourself changes the way you see the world.”

Happy Thursday,

When the outside world feels chaotic and uncertain, the greatest shift we can make is to turn inward and reconnect to our own strength. This week’s Happiness Note centers on the powerful act of self-belief, especially in moments when that feels out of reach. If you've been questioning your worth or looking for a path forward through doubt, this note is filled with simple practices and reminders to help you believe in yourself again. Read the note below for a little more hope and light.

In gratitude, ❤ Emily

This week’s topic and inspiration come from the article: “7 Strategies to Believe in Yourself When That Feels Hard to Do.”

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💛 Remember the Good

Our belief in ourselves becomes a lifeline during the hardest moments. But it’s often in those exact moments we forget just how strong we really are. When you feel lost or unsure, remember this: if you are here, alive in this moment, that is already proof of your worth.

Tip for remembering the good: Be on the lookout for evidence of your awesomeness. It’s there. Train your mind to see it.

🌿 Feel Your Best

When we hydrate, move, and speak to ourselves with kindness, we come back into balance. Feeling good doesn’t mean life is perfect—it means we’re supporting ourselves from the inside out.

Tip to feel your best: Stay hydrated and listen to how you speak to yourself today. Use your words to lift yourself up.

🔄 Reset as Needed

Resetting isn’t about perfection—it’s about checking in with yourself. Ask, “What do I need right now?” and give yourself the care you’d offer someone you love. Rest. Reflect. Then begin again, gently.

Tip for a reset: Rest. Then ask yourself one honest question and answer it with compassion. That’s your reset.

This Week’s Quote:

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Put it into Practice: Planning for Next Week📝:

Use the framework below to plan your upcoming week: April 28th - May 4th.

Some people like to map out their forthcoming week on Friday to ease into the weekend, knowing they are ready to hit the road running on Monday. Others (like myself) have a Sunday planning ritual. Do what works best for you. Over the years, in supporting many people in their planning and goal-setting, it seems to work best to pick a day of the week that’s easy to stick to so that your weekly planning becomes a habit and ritual.

What are your wins? Before you organize the upcoming week, “April 28th - May 4th”, reflect on the week you are wrapping up. What are your wins (big or small)? What is something you are grateful for? What have you learned about yourself this week? Record your reflections in your journal or the Notes section of the Planner Printout. Feel free to comment below (others in this community will also be able to see your comment) or hit reply to this note and share directly with me.

Planner PDF printout: This printout is from the ‘Fall in Love with Your Life, Seasonal Planner’ and will give you the framework and planning system to help you organize your upcoming week: April 28th - May 4th. Click here to access. You will need to enter a password to open the PDF. It’s in all caps: FILWYL

Accountability: If you’d like an accountability check-in to support you in making the weekly planning ritual a regular habit, just hit reply to this email after you’ve organized your week and let me know you’re organized and complete. Feel free to share your weekly intention/power word. I’m always happy to be the check-in support and would love to celebrate your wins.

Instructional Video: Get free access to this mini 20-minute video course. It will show you how to efficiently use the ‘Fall in Love With Your Life, Seasonal Planner’ method of organizing your week. Go here to access the free video course.

Priorities: What are your top three priorities for the upcoming week? What are some of the daily ways you will prioritize yourself? Remember to balance your energy output with energy input. Think: What has been energizing me lately? What has been draining my energy?

Share your intention for the week of April 28th - May 4th.

What are you calling in? What is your power word/phrase?

Disclaimer: This newsletter's advice and strategies are for informational purposes only and do not constitute professional advice. While we strive to provide accurate and helpful information, we cannot guarantee outcomes or be held liable for any consequences of using or misusing the information provided. We encourage you to seek professional advice or consult with qualified experts for guidance related to your particular needs.