“I’m Tired, But I’m Resetting Anyway”

Anniessa Anderson
Jun 1
2 min read

Because healing doesn’t stop when life gets heavy.

I’m healing… but I’m tired. I’m praying… but I’m frustrated. I’m still showing up… but barely. And that’s exactly why I’m choosing to reset and refocus—because I can’t pour from empty anymore.”

💬 Let’s Be Honest…

May wore me all the way out. Emotionally. Mentally. Spiritually. It was one of those months where I felt like I was doing everything I could just to keep going—but still felt like I was falling behind.

Some days I showed up strong. Other days I barely made it out of bed. And somewhere in between surviving and striving… I lost my rhythm. I lost my peace. And if I’m being completely honest—I stopped praying like I used to.

But here’s what I’m learning:Healing doesn’t mean I’ll always feel strong. It means I keep showing up—even if I’m tired.And today, I’m showing up with this:A decision to reset.

🧠 Why I’m Choosing to Reset (Even While Tired)

I can’t keep running on empty.I can’t keep pouring into everything and everyone else while neglecting my own soul.I’ve let the distractions—especially financial stress and survival mode—pull me away from the things that center me. Prayer. Journaling. Stillness. Trust.

But this new month gives me a new opportunity.

So even though I’m tired, I’m resetting anyway.

🙏🏽 Prayer Without Ceasing—Even When It’s Hard

One of the hardest things for me to do when I’m overwhelmed is pray. Isn’t that something?

You’d think I’d be running to God when life is heavy, but sometimes I just feel… stuck. Frustrated. Empty.

And yet, this verse keeps echoing in my heart:

“Pray without ceasing.” — 1 Thessalonians 5:17

Not just when I feel good. Not just when things are going my way. But even now—when I’m unsure, stretched thin, and emotionally worn out.

Because prayer isn’t about being perfect. It’s about being present. Even if all I can say is, “God, help me.” Even if all I have is a whisper.

🌿 My Reset for June Looks Like:

Morning moments with God—before the chaos starts
Journaling again—to clear space in my head and heart
Saying “no” to overwhelm and “yes” to rest
Taking one step at a time, not five
Trusting God to lead, even when I don’t see the path

📖 Scriptures I’m Holding Close:

“Come to Me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” — Matthew 11:28“You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in You.” — Isaiah 26:3

💗 A Simple Prayer for Today:

Dear God,I’m tired, but I’m still trying.I’m overwhelmed, but I haven’t given up.Help me to reset—not just my routine, but my heart.Help me to pray—even when the words won’t come.Breathe peace into my chaos.Give me strength for what I can’t control.Lead me through this month with grace and clarity.In Jesus’ name, amen.

✨ Final Word:

To every woman reading this who feels like she’s trying to hold it all together while healing, surviving, and believing: you are not alone.

You don’t have to be perfect. You don’t have to have it all figured out.You just have to keep showing up—and trust that God will meet you there.

Reset with me.Refocus with me.Let’s heal—even tired.Let’s keep going—on purpose.