Good morning everyone, I hope today is being kind to you—and if not, I hope you’re being kind to yourself. 💛 I just made my morning cup of tea and lit my favorite candle as a little morning pick-me-up. I thought this would be the perfect time to talk about something we don’t give enough credit to: small wins.
If you’re working through mental health challenges or just starting your wellness journey, you already know—it’s not always easy. Healing and growth don’t happen in a straight line. Some days feel like big breakthroughs. Others feel like survival mode. And both are valid.
But what if I told you that the real transformation often comes from the smallest steps?
Let’s talk about how celebrating your small wins—even the ones that seem silly or simple—can change everything.
✨ Why Small Wins Matter (Especially When You’re Healing)
When we’re struggling mentally, it’s easy to focus on the negatives. We think about what we didn’t get done. We dwell on how we’re “still not there yet.” We also consider how far we feel from our goals. But small wins offer something powerful: proof that you’re trying, even on the hard days.
Fun fact: Research shows that celebrating small accomplishments boosts motivation and reinforces the brain’s reward system (source). It helps build confidence and creates momentum.
For women navigating anxiety, burnout, depression, or even just daily overwhelm, this matters. You don’t have to wait for the big “aha” moment or a major achievement to start feeling proud of yourself.
Sometimes, the win is:
- Getting out of bed and brushing your teeth
- Saying “no” when you usually say “yes”
- Drinking water before coffee
- Journaling for five minutes instead of scrolling for fifty
It all counts. You count.
💫 How to Recognize (and Celebrate) Your Small Wins
The beauty of small wins is that they’re already happening—you just are not noticing them yet. Here are a few simple ways to start acknowledging and celebrating your progress:
1. Start a “Tiny Wins” Journal
Write down one thing you did today that you’re proud of. Just one.
2. Create a Visual Tracker
Sticker charts aren’t just for kids! Try a habit tracker, wall calendar, or even sticky notes on your mirror to mark your daily progress.
🖊️ Bonus: Try pairing it with my daily wellness tracker (sign-up to newsletter) to keep your mental health routines simple and consistent.
3. Celebrate Your Way
Not every win needs a confetti cannon (but hey, go for it if that’s your vibe). You can:
- Say “I’m proud of you” to yourself in the mirror
- Light a candle and take a breath
- Text a friend who gets it
- Treat yourself to a mindful moment (or a cozy drink)
The key is making it feel good to acknowledge your effort.
🌱 How Small Wins Lead to Big Growth
Here’s the thing: when you honor small steps, they add up. Slowly, steadily, and powerfully.
Let’s say you’re working on managing anxiety. Maybe your first win is using grounding techniques when you feel overwhelmed. The next win? Recognizing your triggers. After that? Setting boundaries around your time. Before you know it, you’re not just surviving—you’re healing.
This process works whether your goals are emotional, physical, or even professional.
If you’re looking for more structure around your growth, check out my post: “Unlock Your Purpose: A Guide to Fulfillment & Inner Peace”.
💛 When Progress Feels Invisible: Keep Going Anyway
There will be days when it feels like you’re not moving at all. That’s okay. Healing isn’t about nonstop progress—it’s about staying connected to your intention and giving yourself grace.
Remember:
- Rest is productive
- Pausing is not quitting
- Sometimes, surviving the day is the win
If you feel like giving up, I see you. And I promise, there’s power in just staying in the game.
🛠️ Tools That Can Help You Celebrate Small Wins
Here are a few of my favorite tools (some with affiliate links) that support this practice:
- The Five-Minute Journal: Perfect for quick reflection + gratitude
- Calm App: For guided meditations and daily check-ins
- Affirmation card deck: A beautiful way to end each day with a win
🫶 Final Thoughts
Friend, you don’t need to do everything perfectly. You don’t need to be “healed” to be worthy of celebration. You are doing so much more than you give yourself credit for.
Start noticing. Start honoring. Start celebrating the small things—because they are not small.
They are signs of your resilience. Your courage. Your heart.
And you? You’re already winning.
With love,
Jamiah
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