“You are allowed to feel messed up and inside out. It doesn't mean you're defective – it just means you're human.”
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Why this quote matters
If you're feeling Self-Doubt, this message can help break all-or-nothing thinking and remind you that healing can happen in small steps.
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About David Mitchell
David Mitchell's words are included because they speak to moments of emotional exhaustion, self-doubt, or grief in a grounded way.
These quotes are most useful when read slowly and revisited regularly, especially during difficult days.
View all quotes by David MitchellHow to use this quote
- Write it in your journal and add one sentence about why it resonates today.
- Set it as a lock-screen note for the next 24 hours.
- Read it out loud once in the morning and once at night.
- Share it with someone who may need support today.
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