Life Lessons
As COVID19 plunged the world into perpetual isolation in 2020, I started to write more to make sense of a world in chaos. These writing evolved to become personal lessons learnt from the day.
In September 2021, I decided to share my daily life lessons on this blog.
What are life lessons about?
Life Lessons are brief daily reminders to bring out our best selves and live a fulfilling life. These lessons are inspired by books on philosophy, psychology, productivity, mindfulness, spirituality, and personal experiences.
How did life lessons start?
The idea came in my daily reflections during the global 2020 lockdown. Writing had always been my go-to tool to help me find clarity in times of confusion.
These daily reflections evolved and became daily lessons. Inspiration for these lessons came from everywhere; from books I've read, videos I've watched and deep conversations I've had with loved ones. One day, an idea sparked...
Why not share them with the world?
While these lessons may not be relevant or applicable to everyone, I hope that releasing them out to the world might help the right person at the right time. We all need that slight nudge or little guidance to help us become better people and lead a more fulfilling life.
What's the update on life lessons?
As of March 2022, more people are getting vaccinated. Countries are opening their borders. Restriction measures have eased.
Life began to move again, like the groaning of a rusty old cog, and my internal compass tugged me towards a different purpose.
Miss Elle Tea's Life Lessons reached a good milestone of 6 months, rather than the 1 years I had initially intended. Eventhough I've decided not to post life lessons daily, I will continue publishing life lessons as I transition and settle into this new phase in life.
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Please enjoy this collection of Miss Elle Tea's life lessons.
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July 2022
March 2022
- Distraction Is Not The Best Cure For Boredom 9 Mar 2022
- How To Make Full Use Of A Conflict 8 Mar 2022
- When You Strive For Excellence, You Cure Perfectionism 7 Mar 2022
- How To Transform Loneliness Into Solitude 4 Mar 2022
- Tackle Monumental Tasks With The Slice And Dice Method 3 Mar 2022
- Just A Simple White Lie: Worrying Signs of Gaslighting 2 Mar 2022
- A Good Reason Why Interruption Is The Enemy Of Productivity 1 Mar 2022
February 2022
- When You Listen, The Wisdom Of Your Heart Arises 28 Feb 2022
- How Leading A Simple Life Brings Happiness 25 Feb 2022
- Evolution Is Natural. Defend Your Right To Change. 24 Feb 2022
- An Astonishing Misconception: Your Future Is Not Your Past 23 Feb 2022
- Challenge Your Anger And Reveal Your Hidden Truths 22 Feb 2022
- The Unexpected Freedom Of Being Alone 21 Feb 2022
- Better To Quit Than To Pursue Meaninglessness 18 Feb 2022
- You Need Courage To Relentlessly Seek The Truth 17 Feb 2022
- Devastating Tactics To Keep You Blindly Obedient 16 Feb 2022
- How To Overcome All Obstacles With Patience 15 Feb 2022
- Take It Easy. Everything Always Happens At The Right Time. 14 Feb 2022
- To Achieve More, Shatter Your Limitations And Go Further 11 Feb 2022
- You Are Your Identity. Break Free. 10 Feb 2022
- Ask These Questions To Challenge Your Assumptions 9 Feb 2022
- To Learn And Remember Better, You Need To Write 8 Feb 2022
- To Change Your Life, You Need To Change Your Values7 Feb 2022
- Meditation Uncovers Hidden Patterns Of Your Life 4 Feb 2022
- How To Know Who Your Real Friends Are 3 Feb 2022
- Show Up To Get Better Agreements 2 Feb 2022
- Build New Habits For A Healthier Life 1 Feb 2022
January 2022
- Make Better Decisions With This One Question 31 Jan 2022
- You Make Your Destiny 28 Jan 2022
- Doing Things For Its Own Sake Is Unconditional Love 27 Jan 2022
- Heal Through Forgiveness 26 Jan 2022
- True Generosity Is Rare 25 Jan 2022
- Progress By Seeking The Truth 24 Jan 2022
- Grow From Adversity 21 Jan 2022
- Covering Doesn't Solve The Problem 20 Jan 2022
- Assert Your Boundaries 19 Jan 2022
- First Impressions Aren't Always Right 18 Jan 2022
- The World Is Our Inner Reality 17 Jan 2022
- There Is Power In Presence 14 Jan 2022
- Ghosting Hurts. Make An Empowered Exit Instead. 13 Jan 2022
- Become A Master With Deliberate Practice 12 Jan 2022
- You See What You Want To See 11 Jan 2022
- Inclusion Starts From Within 10 Jan 2022
- Breakdown Or Breakthrough? 7 Jan 2022
- Fear Is An Illusion 6 Jan 2022
- Things Exist Because Of Its Opposites 5 Jan 2022
- No One Can Love You More Than Yourself 4 Jan 2022
- You Can Always Restart 3 Jan 2022
December 2021
- The Good Life Needs Courage 31 Dec 2021
- The Most Important Relationship Is With Yourself 30 Dec 2021
- Disappear To Be Yourself Again 29 Dec 2021
- Follow Your Curiosity 28 Dec 2021
- Create Safe Spaces 27 Dec 2021
- Friends Are Our Mirror 24 Dec 2021
- Stop Reacting. Start Responding. 23 Dec 2021
- You Are Your People 22 Dec 2021
- Trust Your Feelings 21 Dec 2021
- Walking Works 20 Dec 2021
- Find Your Purpose From The Past 17 Dec 2021
- People Stay For Love 16 Dec 2021
- Grow Old Gracefully 15 Dec 2021
- Health Is The Most Valuable Possession 14 Dec 2021
- Manage Your Energy, Not Time 13 Dec 2021
- Be Kind To Imperfections 10 Dec 2021
- Shoulds Are Blinding 9 Dec 2021
- Pure Listening Is A Challenge 8 Dec 2021
- Protect Yourself From Toxicity 7 Dec 2021
- Be Selective Of Your Stories 6 Dec 2021
- Pamper Yourself Often 3 Dec 2021
- You Cannot Change Others 2 Dec 2021
- Home Is Sanctuary 1 Dec 2021
November 2021
- Win Or Escape The Rat Race 30 Nov 2021
- Mindfulness Protects And Heals 29 Nov 2021
- Ask For It 26 Nov 2021
- Compliments Don't Cost Anything 25 Nov 2021
- Meaningless Work Causes Burnout 24 Nov 2021
- Make Fewer Promises 23 Nov 2021
- The Myth Of A Busy Life 22 Nov 2021
- Do What You Love 19 Nov 2021
- Non-Judgement Is Not Without Opinions 18 Nov 2021
- Self Esteem Is More Than Confidence 17 Nov 2021
- Broken Down Or Broken Open? 16 Nov 2021
- Write Down Your Thoughts 15 Nov 2021
- Aim For Lifestyle, Not Goals 12 Nov 2021
- Be The Creator Of Norms 11 Nov 2021
- Question Always 10 Nov 2021
- Blaming Can Become Addictive 9 Nov 2021
- Start A Motivation Ritual 8 Nov 2021
- Recover Time To Increase Happiness 5 Nov 2021
- To Stay Or To Leave 4 Nov 2021
- Handle Conflicts By Avoiding Them 3 Nov 2021
- Different Ideas Of A Good Relationship 2 Nov 2021
- Money Is An Endorsement 1 Nov 2021
October 2021
- Freedom Through Self-Awareness 29 Oct 2021
- Action Makes Progress 28 Oct 2021
- Make And Be Discovered 27 Oct 2021
- Find Common Ground 26 Oct 2021
- Make Meaningful Procrastination 25 Oct 2021
- Happiness Is Contagious 22 Oct 2021
- Hard Conversations Are Uncomfortable 21 Oct 2021
- Don't Chase People 20 Oct 2021
- What Is The Worst That Could Happen? 19 Oct 2021
- Compare With Yourself, Not With Others 18 Oct 2021
- Take Care Of The Future 15 Oct 2021
- Think Opposite 14 Oct 2021
- You Are Not Your Career 13 Oct 2021
- Love & Loss 12 Oct 2021
- Just Like Me 11 Oct 2021
- Make Your Own Mistakes 8 Oct 2021
- We Are All Built Differently 7 Oct 2021
- Identify Your Essentials 6 Oct 2021
- All Advice Is Opinion 5 Oct 2021
- The Right Relationship 4 Oct 2021
- Have A Little Fun Every Day 1 Oct 2021
September 2021
- Outgrowing Is Natural 30 Sep 2021
- Negative Emotions Are Parasites 29 Sep 2021
- Marriage Is NOT The Prize 28 Sep 2021
- A Real Friend Require Radical Honesty 27 Sep 2021
- Attachment Is Pain 24 Sep 2021
- Words Make Magic 23 Sep 2021
- Decisions Are Expressions Of Creativity 22 Sep 2021
- Every Moment Is Precious 21 Sep 2021
- New Stories Mean New Life 20 Sep 2021
- Defend Your Right To Say "No" 17 Sep 2021
- Flip A Coin 16 Sep 2021
- Outward Focus Stunts Personal Growth 15 Sep 2021
- Suffering Starts From Thoughts 14 Sep 2021
- Breathing Heals 13 Sep 2021