25 Questions to ask yourself on Hard days to feel better

Some days just feel impossibly heavy, don’t they?

We all know those moments – when even the smallest tasks feel overwhelming and you can’t quite shake off the weight on your shoulders. Whether it’s anxiety, stress, or just one of those days, you’re not alone in this.

I’ve found that in these moments, sitting quietly with my journal and asking myself the right questions can be like taking a deep breath for the soul. It helps clear the mental fog and brings back clarity, one word at a time.

That’s why I’m sharing these 25 gentle yet powerful questions that have helped me navigate my own difficult days. They’re simple prompts that might just help you find your way back to lighter moments.”

Questions to ask yourself on Hard days to feel better

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In the entire year, there are always a few days that feel heavier than others – weighing on our heart or mind.

Whether it’s work or family, relationships or simply our connection with ourselves and life, we all go through these challenging phases at least once a year.

They’re not necessarily bad things – in fact, there’s no right or wrong about these phases.

It’s simply a process of life that helps us grow and understand our triggers and inner wounds as we face different situations.

These moments push us to look within and ask ourselves: What triggered me in this situation? What’s the root cause?

Feeling sad, anxious, angry – these emotions can seem difficult to move through. For me, I’ve found the best practice to help navigate these emotions, thoughts, and situations.

This practice not only helps me come out of it faster and stronger, but I also use it as a tool to understand which parts of me need healing and growth in this moment.

Because every situation we face is helping us understand ourselves and grow from within.

Which is why in this post, I’m sharing powerful reflective questions you can sit with and journal about to navigate these hard days.

These questions will help you move through difficult times with more clarity and purpose!

Let’s turn these challenging moments into pathways for growth

But first, Pin it for later!

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How to Journal these Questions?

I know, when you’re already struggling and feeling low, finding the strength to sit, journal, and think about these triggers can seem daunting.

But understand that the sooner we face and process these feelings, the faster they’ll help us feel good and alive again!

After all, sooner or later, we need to confront what’s weighing on our hearts.

So, take that first step:

Find a quiet corner at home or outside where no one will disturb you
Give yourself permission to sit for as long as you need
Allow yourself to be completely vulnerable and honest with your thoughts

When you’re answering these questions, let your responses flow naturally.

Don’t overthink – just keep asking the same questions gently, and the answers will surface on their own.

Write your answers in detail and with complete honesty. Remember, this is your private space – only you will see these words.

Here, you can be entirely open and vulnerable with yourself!

Trust the process, and let’s begin this healing journey together.

25 Questions to ask yourself on Hard days to feel better

How do I feel at the moment?
What is bothering me right now?
What are the things that are making today challenging for me?
List down the sensations you are feeling in your body
What are these emotions telling me to do?
How do I want to feel at the moment?
The thing that’s bothering me, if it happened or has happened, what is the worst that could happen from it?
Is the worst truly as bad as I think it is?
What actions could I take at the moment to resolve the issue
What can I release and let go that i do not have control over in this situation?
What’s the kindest thing I could say to myself right now?” (Pretend you’re texting your best friend going through the same thing)
What would I need right now if I treated myself like a cranky toddler?” (Sometimes the answer is just a snack and a nap
Name 3 things you see around, 2 textures you feel, 1 thing you can smell
Have I asked for help, or am I trying to win a solo marathon?” (It’s okay to phone a friend or call in backup)
Who can I reach out to at the moment to feel better?
What’s the smallest thing I can do right now that would make me feel 2% better?
Do I want to rest or take action towards doing something ?
What would my best friend/mom/dog say to me right now?
Will this matter in 5 years? 5 months? 5 minutes?
When did I last drink water or eat something?
What’s something tiny that went right today?” (Even if it’s just ‘my coffee didn’t spill’ or ‘I saw a cute dog’
Am I dealing with facts or are my thoughts doing improv?” (Our brains love writing dramatic fiction)
What’s the smallest way I could change my environment right now?” (Sometimes just moving to a different roomer going to a park helps!)
When have I felt this way before ?
If I did, what helped me recover back then? Can I try that right now?