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Continue reading →: Peace Isn’t Comfortable — And That’s the Point
For a long time, I believed peace would come after the discomfort was gone. Once the stress eased, the noise quieted, the unfinished tasks were complete — then I’d feel peaceful. I kept chasing this idea that peace was waiting for me on the other side of resolution. But recently…
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Starting Ugly: The Path to Creativity, Balance, and Progress
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Continue reading →: Starting Ugly: The Path to Creativity, Balance, and ProgressFor a long time, I hesitated to start this blog. I don’t consider myself particularly special—just someone trying to challenge myself creatively and document the process along the way. I recently read Start Ugly by David Duchemin, and it reinforced the idea that waiting for the perfect moment or polished…
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Continue reading →: Bridging the Gap: Moving from Inspiration to ActionAs I write this, I’m traveling through the city of Modena, Italy, surrounded by rich culture, incredible cuisine, and inspiring creativity at every corner. I wish I could hold onto this feeling, but historically, the inspiration lasts a few days before I find myself slowly losing that spark. In an…
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Continue reading →: Navigating Discomfort: The Path to Inner Peace Beyond ComfortIn our pursuit of inner peace, it’s crucial to redefine the notion of comfort. True inner peace isn’t about a perpetual state of happiness or constant comfort. Instead, it necessitates embracing discomfort, pushing past fears, and confronting the obstacles that hinder our personal growth. This journey challenges us to step…
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Continue reading →: Welcome to Lagom Living: Embracing Simplicity, Sustainability, and Self-ImprovementLagom, a Swedish term meaning “just the right amount,” encapsulates the essence of balance and moderation. I would like to use this post to share the essence of my blog. It’s not just a platform for sharing ideas; it’s a reflection of my ongoing journey towards finding balance – balance…
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Continue reading →: Reflecting on Consumer Culture: Unpacking Beliefs, Behavior, and Barriers to ChangeI would like to invite you to engage in a reflective exercise. As I write these words, I’m reminded that change starts from within. I’m writing this not just for you, but also for myself because I know it’s what I need to hear to be better. Many of us…
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Continue reading →: Finding Balance: When to Push Harder vs Give Ourselves GraceNavigating the balance between pushing harder and giving ourselves grace is a journey marked by twists and turns, victories and setbacks. For me, this journey began in the world of engineering—a path I felt compelled to follow due to external pressures rather than genuine passion. It was a journey driven…
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Continue reading →: My Journey to 150 Pounds: A 1500 Calorie and 15K Step Challenge
Embarking on a weight loss journey is a deeply personal endeavor, often fraught with emotional challenges and setbacks. For over two decades, I’ve grappled with the complexities of weight management, cycling between bouts of binging and restrictive dieting. However, through perseverance and self-discovery, I’ve unearthed a set of strategies that…
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Continue reading →: The Counterintuitive Magic of IntuitionIn a world that celebrates logic, reason, and careful deliberation, the notion of trusting our intuition may seem counterintuitive. Many of us overthinkers, grapple with the idea that going with our gut could lead to better outcomes. However, there’s a counterintuitive magic woven into the fabric of following our intuition…
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Continue reading →: Moving Forward ImperfectlyAs someone who tends to be both a procrastinator and a perfectionist, I’ve found myself wasting a considerable amount of time feeling stuck. Surprisingly, being in this state consumes a lot of energy. The negative emotions of self-loathing and guilt associated with it has turned out to be more draining…
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