Happiness
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My happy place
I try to make a habit of practicing gratitude and give thanks for all the wonderful things I have going on in my life. I find this daily practice particularly helpful in a year where none of us are having the 2020 we had planned or hoped for. One of the things that made me…
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Strengthening my (Korean) core
It’s been a while now since lockdown ended here and I’m starting to feel like things are back to somewhat normal although traveling still seems to be off-limits. Although I haven’t been that diligent in maintaining my blog during this time, I’ve thought a great deal about how to bring you guys new and interesting…
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My Chuseok family trip
This past Chuseok was something else. Chuseok isn’t a holiday that I usually spend much time or energy on. Usually, it’s just a season for some rest and quiet time in a busy city that momentarily slows down. This year was different. To be honest, all holidays have felt odd since my best friend died.…
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Habits
Up to 40% of our daily activities are made up of habits. Especially how we start our day before being completely awake is very much dictated by habits. Do we snooze, do we get up right away, do we immediately brush our teeth or do we reach for the coffee before anything else? While this…
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Making progress
I’m starting to regain my energy and concentration. I’m slowly starting to recognize my reflection in the mirror. I’m sleeping better with fewer nightmares. I feel stronger. Physically and mentally. I feel healthier. I even sometimes feel happy. Although it only comes in glimpses – yet. I’ve completed all my sessions with my therapist. I’ve…
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Small but certain happiness
There’s no hiding that life is pretty tough right now. But no matter how hard things get, one way or another, we all have to make it through to the next day. Even if we cannot see that far into the future at the moment. So how do we make it through the tough days?…
Sofie to Korea 