Category: Diary

I genuinely want to work out. Like, not just a light stretch or a short walk, but real, intense exercise. The kind that makes you sweat, struggle, and actually feel your body changing. I want to get stronger, build muscle, and feel proud of my body. Every time I make a to-do list, I confidently…

Lately, I’ve been thinking a lot about complaints—not the loud, dramatic kind, but the quiet ones that sit in your chest and slowly drain your energy. When I saw today’s journaling prompt, “What do you complain about the most?”, the answer came to me almost immediately. It’s not the workload.It’s not the salary.It’s the relationships…

Sometimes, I catch myself thinking about the lottery in the most ordinary moments.Not when I’m staring at a flashy advertisement or holding a ticket in my hand, but when I’m washing dishes late at night, or scrolling on my phone before sleep, half exhausted, half hopeful. “What would I do if I won the lottery?”…

Life often feels like a constant journey of learning. No matter how old we get or what stage of life we are in, there is always something new that sparks our curiosity and pushes us to grow. Recently, I’ve been reflecting on this Daily Prompt: “What skill would you like to learn?” Two areas immediately…

Foods Album When I hear the word “album,” most people might immediately think of music. But for me, the word takes me somewhere else—it makes me picture the photo albums I’ve been creating over the years, filled with snapshots of meals I’ve enjoyed and travels I’ve taken abroad. These albums are more than just collections…

When I imagine my ideal week, I have to start by acknowledging the reality of my work. I’m in the service industry, which means I don’t follow the typical nine-to-five schedule. Instead, my routine is shaped by shifts—two early shifts, two late shifts, and then two days off. This six-day cycle has its own rhythm,…

I often imagine my ideal home as a serene sanctuary nestled in the gentle hills of Kamakura, a place where I can fully immerse myself in the subtle beauty of Japanese culture while living a slow, mindful lifestyle. The house I envision is a spacious two-story structure, perfectly blending modern architectural elegance with traditional Japanese…