Hi there, Still alive and kicking? Caring for your body? Today, I am grateful that I woke up before my alarm clock. Alarm clock is invasive. Waking up before my alarm clock evokes a sense of victory: I am one step ahead the invasive noise. You Guardian for Silence and Peace report to duty! Fellow… Read More »
Focus better. One item at a time. Do not aim for what’s grand, easy or pleasing to other people. Focus on writing.Focus on paying attention to life and the present moment and let go of the rest. Dump perfection. Start small. Do things that are fun for you. Prioritize rest. Trust your instincts. And keep… Read More »
I was raped by a professor of mine. I don’t know how to write about it in a way that’s helpful to me and to others. Saying what happened without overwhelming shame and pain took me a decade. When life blows you off course, take what you have and what you want in your heart,… Read More »
I have a friend. When I write to him, in any format, my words would land in my body and return me to my heart. I feel the warmth of sea water, supporting me. The ease of our exchange feels generous and nourishing. I make mistakes. And he forgives me. He makes mistakes. And I… Read More »
What’s real to me may not be real to you. Our perceptions of reality couldn’t be further from each other. We make different meanings out of the same event. This is why we feel lonely. And being understood feels amazing. We are relational. The back and forth does something to our brain and our heart.… Read More »
Fall is near. The sudden change of colors is pointing me to examine my own rhythms. For someone who follows a loose schedule, I had a sudden curiosity of what I actually do on a random day. I have a good idea of when I am most productive during the day. I don’t know how… Read More »
How to examine if a workout is good? Use the BOSS principle shared by Billy Beck. Burning – Do you feel the burning sensation? Out of breath – Are you out of breath? – Challenging your lungs and your heart. Sweat – Are you sweating? – Building muscles Struggle – You gotta struggle a little… Read More »
