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Welcome, Overthinkers. You’re Safe Here.

Hello, cuties!! Welcome to my secret little corner—created just for all the overthinkers, deep feelers, and silent warriors. I know life gets loud, the mind races, and sometimes you feel like no one truly gets you. Let me tell you something: Yes, the world can feel like a terrible place… but it’s often not as bad as we think. It’s about perspective. Here’s a little trick: Whenever your thoughts feel too heavy, just add this one word to your thinking—"good." It’s simple but powerful. Try turning: "This day is exhausting" → "This day is exhausting… but it’s good I made it through." "I’m not enough" → "I’m not enough yet… but it’s good I’m growing." It’s not about ignoring your pain, but softening it—just a little. And if you’ve ever thought: No one listens to understand, they just reply… I feel judged for my thoughts… Why do I always doubt myself? Stop right there, love. You’re not alone. I’m here for you. This space is where you’ll be he...

"Dear Self: Don’t Kill the Child Within"

I’ve come to tell you—you’ve grown up now. I know that. But please, don’t kill the child within you, okay? It’s alright to grow, to mature. But once you silence the child within, you start performing maturity rather than living authentically. You’ll get stuck in pretending to be calm, composed, and "adult," instead of being your true, messy, beautiful self. Yes, learn to adjust—but not always. Not now. Not today. Years from now, you'll feel the pressure to be composed all the time. It’ll become a habit, just like gambling becomes a habit—addictive, draining, false. I know this because I started living with relatives from the age of 3 to 5. And like many, I went through things a child never should. Abuse. Violence. The kind that burns you physically and emotionally—walls slammed against me, needles pricked into my hands, burns... all because I dared to write a letter. And yet—I survived. I came out of it. I once couldn’t speak. Now, I speak loudly. And even when I'm si...

Maturity

It doesn’t always come with age; in fact, it’s deeper than age. It’s about the way you see and understand things, the way you consider others, the way you communicate, and the way you react. Sometimes, you have to suffer in life—not because you were bad, but because you didn’t realize where to stop being good. Don’t depend too much on anyone in this world because even your own shadow leaves you when you’re in darkness. Maturity is when you stop asking, "Why don’t you call me? Why don’t you text me anymore?" You just notice the change and accept it. No drama. No fight. You simply walk away with a smile. :) NOTE TO SELF: Sometimes, you just need to learn to walk through the pain, then rise above it. Don’t let it get to you. Sometimes, the person you think they’d be isn’t the actual person they are. And that’s how it breaks you. So don’t expect. More importantly, don’t put yourself in a situation you know will hurt you. Don’t let those experiences embitter you. Grow beyond them....

Make Your Weakness Your Strength — Not an Excuse

Who doesn’t have excuses, problems, or compulsions? Everyone does. And often, the people who seem the strongest, the most successful, or the most put-together have the most hidden struggles. Yes, you may have your share of problems and limitations. But think of those whom the world admires—those who’ve made a name for themselves. Do you really think their journey was easy? They too faced negativity, obstacles, and moments of doubt. But they chose not to let those weaknesses define them. They didn't use their struggles as excuses—they turned them into fuel. Take the example of a singer who needs to avoid sweets to protect their voice. It would be easy to give in, just for a few days, thinking “what difference does it make?” But a true artist puts their craft before cravings. They understand that self-discipline serves their long-term growth, not just their short-term comfort. Carrying a positive mindset every single day might seem tough—especially when all you see around you are you...

time management and prioritization

Productivity these days hinges around two primary topics that we've discussed numerous times on The Challenge. Time management determines how well you adhere to your timetable and honor your commitments. If you're excellent at it, you'll focus on one activity at a time and keep your procrastination in check. Prioritization determines how well you can select the task that produces the highest outcomes. There are numerous approaches to achieve the same aim. And choosing the quickest and least stressful route is something you can practice. By integrating these two themes, you can increase productivity while avoiding toxic behaviors.