TJ’s Journal
A place where I share about my stories, lessons and tools.
Please don’t try to be perfect and juggle it all
I strived to be this ideal person in my mind.
The radical shift came from noticing how much I have been taking on and coming to peace that I cannot do it all and that it’s okay to reach out.
Alone, but not lonely
In my experience, the worst loneliness probably comes from not feeling connected with myself.
When you’re disconnected from yourself, there is a sense of loneliness that no external company can miraculously heal.
How are you judging yourself?
Judging yourself may have been the driving force behind your “self-improvement” these years but it is not sustainable. When is it ever….enough?
Are you imprisoned by your own achievements?
Are you enabled or imprisoned by your qualifications and your past achievements? Have you been achieving for the sake of achieving?
Burnout for highly driven individuals
In life – there’s no 100% marks goal. Many feel lost as the goalpost isn’t as clear-cut anymore. This is when it’s so easy to internalize external expectations from other people and treat them as our goalpost.
I disagree with finding the perfect job that makes you feel like you’re “not working”
Instead of trying to find work you love so that you don’t feel like you’re working, craft a career that you deeply care about, one that you are willing to work hard for and be great at it.
Commitment to self is not just about being disciplined & hardworking
Although I am considered disciplined in the eyes of others, I struggled with being consistent in building my mindfulness & coaching business for many years. What was holding me back?
How can I find my passion?
if you’re unclear about what you want in life and what is your passion, there's nothing wrong with you.
Trust me, it's normal. I have been there, you're not alone.
Last Day at my corporate job
People don't really talk about the uncomfortable feelings of leaving a job. Know that feeling uncomfortable is part of the process and yes, you can be sad & scared, and still be making the right decision for yourself.
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