you really couldn't pay me to relive this year. but the lessons im taking away from it were more than necessary, even if they had to be forcefully taught to me over and over. first lesson: the simplest things are hardest to understand.
like being your own best friend. or to not give others too much of your time. to look after and love yourself before even thinking of doing the same for others. to walk away from friendships you've lost with a renewed desire to use all that new time being with yourself instead. not just on your phone but really getting to know yourself. that people come and go in life and you are the only one you have forever so have love and kindness and patience for yourself the way you do for others. things that sound simple right?! that keeping yourself busy and putting off your emotions will only make them bigger. that you can only love someone and know someone as much as you love and know yourself. to make moves in silence so they're actually accomplished. not to wish ill on others even jokingly. not every problem needs to be confronted immediately, decisions can be dwelled on. it's good to sit and think. even when it hurts not to, don't argue with others. again, its okay to sit and think those thoughts instead. reflection hurts and sometimes hurt is needed. go on more walks. face more of your fears. don't forget to freaking write in your journal everyday so that when you DO write it's not about how "damn".. you haven't written in so long. throw stuff out. eat more fruit. Post less, worry less about time. stop regretting everything. actually read the books you borrow. everything in moderation. don't skip a meal and work before play (im a grown adult saying this) take a deep breath once in awhile. a clean house is a clean mind. making your bed feels real good. the simplest things are the hardest to get. i hope to go through more painfully difficult things in 2025 that i think i won't possibly get over until i do.. happy new years ⋆𐙚₊˚⊹♡
Jan 1, 2025
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like... seriously. what's the harm in believing that everything will work out? obviously shit happens and there's definitely a chance things won't end up going your way, but what good does believing that serve you? does believing you won't succeed make your life better in any way? just want to think with more intention this year.. being more aware of how my thought patterns seep into my actions and behavior. it's so obvious, but it really is the simplest things that take the most time and effort to really understand..
i'd rather take on my life through a more optimistic lens than constantly expecting the worst, digging myself into a hole of self-pity and misery
Jan 7, 2025
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1. listen to peoples actions not what you want to believe about them. no response is a response.
2. you forge the chains you wear in life. alternatively: no one gives a flying fuck, why are you making your life more miserable by policing your own life?
3. in order to get something, hold it lightly in your mind with gentle hands and take small actions towards it every day.
4. you have to take care of yourself even when it’s hard and you don’t want to. think about what would be best for your future self? not your tired self! and sometimes the answer is: go to sleep right neow!
May 29, 2025
going through some similar motions and this measely tiktok comment unironically did like +1000 healing to my psyche. really, the key is to remember you can only do so much at once. overexerting yourself will make you too tired to consume the fruits of your labor. they will rot and/or you will not enjoy them this way. find happiness in the little, fleeting moments you’re able to foster for yourself and bite off only what you can chew. besides, you want to make sure not to do things in haste. you want a solid foundation for future you and your contentment and don’t want to find any cracks in it later down the line…
Sep 24, 2024
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Craned my head 90 degrees to see the squirrels all the way at the top just to feel like a bug
Dec 21, 2024
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A classic That simply can’t get better. i sat outside a chocolate shop on a chilly day w my brother. ordered some cheesecake & chocolate mousse. i sipped my tea & the host showed us the blankets they have for guests sitting in the cold. “European style” she said. U guys i am itching to somehow top this tea experience but it’ll be hard ❤️
Jan 14, 2025
i miss being a kid, my brain not yet fried by short form media, being able to read at least two whole chapter books a day with ease. trying to get back into it by treating myself like my own kid, taking myself to the park for some mandatory reading time. i Also thought it’d be a good idea to do it anywhere but home bc i have a tendency to read on the couch or in bed & instantly fall asleep, so im trying to condition myself to not be so sleepy everytime i start turning pages lol
Jan 19, 2025