Fitness Reboot~

Lately, I’ve been slacking on my home workouts. Stress eating and skipping my exercise routines became a bit of a pattern, and I’ve definitely noticed some changes in my body. Despite not sticking to my workouts as I should, there’s been a shift—maybe shedding some fat while holding onto muscle. People have been quick to notice, which is pretty validating. It’s hard to say if it’s because of my…

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Reminder Reflections 146

Do what they think you can’t do and prove them wrong.

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Life Lens - Entry 145

Turning the Page It’s been quite a journey, but I’ve finally reached this place where I’ve come to terms with letting a lot of stuff go. It’s been a process, letting go of feelings that weighed me down, bidding farewell to people who weren’t really on the same wavelength, and confronting my fears head-on. It’s like I’ve unpacked this heavy baggage I’ve been carrying around for far too long. But…

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Reminder Reflections 145

Maturity is when you realize self-respect is more important than love. – Adnan Qaiser

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Life Lens - Entry 144

Good People, Good Life Life is this vast, unpredictable journey filled with twists and turns. Along the way, we encounter all sorts of situations – some feel like strokes of good luck, while others may seem like we’ve hit a rough patch. Yet, amidst this chaos, I’ve noticed something fascinating: the people I surround myself with play a huge role in shaping my experiences. You see, it’s not so…

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Reminder Reflections

You can’t cheat on someone you love. If you do cheat, then you didn’t really love them, you were just in love with the idea of loving them. – Ruby Dhal

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Life Lens - Entry 143

Guarded Hearts Sometimes, I look back and think, “Maybe I shouldn’t have shared so much with certain people.” You know, those moments when I opened up, laid bare my thoughts and feelings, only to realize later that maybe they weren’t worthy of that level of intimacy. It’s like giving someone access to my inner world, my vulnerabilities, and then realizing they didn’t handle it with care or…

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Reminder Reflections 143

Stop overplaying your role. Deal with people how they deal with you, hardly, barely, and accordingly.

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Life Lens - Entry 142

Self-Respect in Relationships As I think about my friendships and relationships, I’ve noticed something. I’ve put so much of myself into them, sometimes forgetting to take care of myself. It’s like I’ve been giving and giving, but not getting much back. And when things don’t work out, it’s tough. But you know what? I’ve realized I can’t make people stay if they want to leave. It’s not about…

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Life Lens - Entry 141

Picking My Battles When I reach the point where I’ve had enough, I find that silence speaks volumes. There’s a certain power in walking away without saying a word, like it’s my way of saying, “I’m done with this, and I’m not even going to waste my breath on it anymore.” It’s not about giving someone the satisfaction of a reaction; it’s about reclaiming my own peace of mind. But when I do choose…

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Reminder Reflections 142

Don’t blame people for disappointing you. Blame yourself for expecting too much from them.

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Life Lens - Entry 140

From Blogging Slump to Love Struck Hey there, pals! First off, apologies for my sporadic presence on the blog lately – life’s been a whirlwind, you know? Juggling various commitments has made it a challenge to find the time to sit down and write. But hey, I’m here now, ready to make amends and get back into the groove! So, Valentine’s Day just passed, and although I missed the mark by a day, I…

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Life’s Wake-Up Call

How do significant life events or the passage of time influence your perspective on life? So, this significant life event I went through, it was a real eye-opener. Without going into all the nitty-gritty details, let’s just say it made me reevaluate how I’ve been living. I realized I’ve been too much of a people-pleaser, always putting others first and neglecting my own needs. Now, post-event,…

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Reminder Reflections 141

Distance is my new response. I don’t return energy. I remove myself.

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Beyond Fear

What could you do differently? I take pride in the fact that I didn’t let fear dictate my choices. I decided to take the less traveled path, embraced risks, and did things a bit differently. It’s all about staying true to what makes me genuinely happy. I consciously chose not to conform to societal expectations or worry about what others might think. The decisions I’ve made were not about…

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Reminder Reflections 140

Be a happy you, rest everything is secondary. (Dr. Tappie’s advice, something I never forget.)

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Life Lens - Entry 139

Surviving the Rollercoaster In the wild ride that was 2023, it wasn’t just a regular 365 days for me – it was like battling it out in 365 different arenas. I had my victories and defeats, days when I was riding high and others when I hit rock bottom. It was a crazy rollercoaster, teaching me that to climb up, I sometimes had to take a tumble; to thrive, I had to patch up the wounds. Happiness,…

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