10/12/2025
Not my normal post but I just need to say this…
Three little words, “You look tired”, and often said with care, but they can land so heavily, instantly making someone question their appearance and feel insecure.
As we are now in the darkest weeks of the year, of course we look more tired. Less daylight. Lower Vitamin D. More screens. More life. We’re all carrying things you can’t see.
So maybe “you look tired” isn’t the kindest thing to say, even when it comes from love.
Maybe we say, “How are you?” instead.
Kindness doesn’t always need commentary on how someone looks. Sometimes it just needs space to listen.
And just as important, be kind to yourself too.
You’re allowed to look tired. You’re allowed to be tired 💛
