“Nobody’s happy all the time.”And yet, we’ve been conditioned to believe we should be—along with being productive, social, available, rational, and certain all the time. But the truth? We’re not meant to be “always” anything. Expecting otherwise just leads to burnout, frustration, and feeling like we’re never doing enough. Whether you’re a parent, an educator, or both, you know this pressure all too well—constantly showing up, giving your all, and feeling like there’s never enough time or energy to go around. It’s overwhelming, and pretending otherwise doesn’t help. But what if, instead of pushing through exhaustion or guilt, we recognized that rest, uncertainty, and even moments of doubt are part of the process? What if we stopped seeing them as failures and started honoring them as signs that we’re human? In my latest, I break down 7 things we’re told we should always be—but science disagrees. If you’ve ever felt like you’re failing simply because you’re tired or uncertain, this one’s for you. 💛 ⬇️
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