?? The Blur of Days

Did I live each and every day of my life? Yes, I did. But how do I stay grounded in life when motivation fades away? Thinking back to last week, I can’t remember much about my days or how I spent them. Summer days are scorching hot — people feel lazy, and I do too. I don’t feel like doing much; I just want to sleep a lot.

? The Wake-Up Struggle

Last week, I was trying so hard to keep myself getting up, keep my getting-up-early challenge, but I only realized that I didn’t do it every single day. I mean, I didn’t do it on MOST of the days lmao. I woke up around 7:30 AM every day. That was way later than my original plan — before 6 AM.

As life didn’t leave much positive feedback recently, it’s too easy to just give up living or lose the motivation to do much. I feel like I need a holiday. Not in my sweet room, sweet, sweet room, but somewhere a bit far away.

?? Wanting to Escape

I thought I could be totally content living my life wherever I am. But there are moments when I want to run away like everybody else — go on a vacation or something.

My pen is lagging on the paper, and I feel no energy for even writing, let alone thinking. Is it because of the hot weather that makes people listless? Or is it my listlessness that makes the weather even more unbearable?

I heard many theories — that you should try to motivate yourself even when you feel unmotivated. But also theories that say don’t push yourself too hard if you feel like this sometimes. So which one is the right solution? Which one is the right answer for life? I don’t know.

? Returning to My Roots: Books, Miles, and Matters of Heart

For me, I managed to focus on getting the most crucial task done for each day. Every time I feel lost or unmotivated, I go back to my three trinities for life: books, miles, and matters of the heart. That’s how I stay grounded in life, even when everything feels too hot, too much, or too quiet.

Just recently, I took out business as a separate part from my matters-of-the-heart trinity —
because that part used to be too clinchy, with too many tasks.

? Books: My Everyday Companion

I do love reading as a habit. It’s something I’ve grown through all these years. Whatever mood you’re in, there’s always a book for you. There are so many books out there to choose from. I’m happy with the books trinity in my life. No matter what, reading every day is a small accomplishment I can always make for myself. It’s one of the simplest ways I remind myself how to stay grounded in life.

???? Miles: Training in the Heat

My marathon training is going okay. Just need to add more long runs on weekends. Since the weather is crazy hot, my trail runs usually only last seven or eight kilometers — not too much.

As the marathon approaches, I need to add more above 10Ks, gradually on cooler mornings or evenings. But there’s a problem again: I couldn’t get up too early in the morning. And evenings… usually, I don’t know, I’m just too lazy.

I’ve been active most of the time during the week, which is a great habit — I agree. But still, I need to focus on getting this marathon PB I promised myself. Never break promises to myself. That’s what I promised.

And in doing so, I remember again: physical movement keeps me strong. It’s not just about the body — it’s another way I stay grounded.

? Matters of Heart: Work, Worries, and Growth

For matters of the heart, I mean… I started to put more weight on my business, which is a great start. True, there are worries and uncertainties about the future of what I’m doing. But I love to see myself evolving into a different version of me. Always working on something that excites me and motivates me feels so good and scary at the same time. I agree.

I published my first-ever book in English on Amazon – Long Long Dating. It’s small, but a huge step for me. All the stupid noises just quieted themselves down as I stepped out. Welcome to read and leave your genuine reviews, thanks!

? A Quiet Strength

It may not look like a big week from the outside, but I know I kept coming back to the things that matter — the three quiet anchors that remind me how to stay grounded in life. Books, Miles & Matters of the heart.

Always believing in the good one ahead!