Day 60 / 108 Challenge

#60

"I bow to be thankful for the hard times I have had, because they have made me strong."

I got blindsided by not checking my work calendar carefully today. I had planned to finish up cleaning in the kitchen, and to relax in the evening by reading a book and writing a journal. However, the work social event took away my entire evening. I feel slightly exhausted and I can feel that it is hurting my go-getter mindset. I will be blocking out tomorrow evening to properly rest, so I can continue to make positive impact in this world.

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Challenge Log

Requirements
No Snacks No drinks or desserts exceeding weekly limit	No snacks
Water intake (max 2L)	2L
2x Pomodoro flows (read min. 10 pages)	Investment research readings
Productive activity (write a journal or a blog; create a product)	Journalling
Physical activity (min. 45 minutes)	LEG DAY 1. Hexbar deadlift 315/365/370lb 1x3/2x1/1x1 2. Reverse lunge squat 165lb 4x4 ea. 3A. Front & side lunge 45lb 4x4 ea. 3B. Rear delt DB raise 25lb 4x8 4A. 1.5 jump squat 4x8 4B. Seated Arnold press 30lb 4x6 5. Hanging leg raise 10s hold + 30s boat hold 3x10
Wildcard (any 1 of read/produce/exercise above)	(EXERCISE) Outdoor walk (PRODUCE) Daily market digest

Should've/Would've/Could've

-- We need to get some proper rest or reset time.

Drink/Dessert tickets remaining: 3

Day 59 / 108 Challenge

#59

"I bow to be diligent in my efforts to improve myself."

I had one of the better days today, and I cannot pick what contributed the most. The unusual thing was that I felt extremely in control of my mind, and I felt like I could do anything today. No matter what life planned on throwing at me. This mindset definitely got me through daily hurdles easily.

Also, having some sort of structure in my day played a big role. Today was supposed to be rest day, especially after I almost injured myself at the gym yesterday, but I did not just sit at home and did nothing. Walking outside, reading, meal prepping, catching up with parents, working on new business ideas, and spending virtual time with my girl - all that made me feel accomplished and fulfilled.

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Challenge Log

Requirements
No Snacks No drinks or desserts exceeding weekly limit	No snacks
Water intake (max 2L)	2L
2x Pomodoro flows (read min. 10 pages)	Continuing the non-fiction book I was reading prior to exam prep
Productive activity (write a journal or a blog; create a product)	Journalling
Physical activity (min. 45 minutes)	REST DAY - outdoor walk
Wildcard (any 1 of read/produce/exercise above)	(EXERCISE) More outdoor walk (PRODUCE) Daily market digest

Should've/Would've/Could've

-- We need to get in the habit of adding some graphics to these journals.

Drink/Dessert tickets remaining: 3

Day 58 / 108 Challenge

#58

"I bow to control my mind, not be controlled by it."

The morning was a little slow, due to the staying up late and some drinking, but I managed to pull myself out of bed and completed all the daily routine. Weekends are when I can truly test myself whether I can work for myself or not. If I cannot get things done with all the freedom I have, I am simply not ready to be self-employed.

Another requirement to be self-employed would be "can you produce on a regular basis?" Since we live in a capitalist society, we are naturally rewarded by our productivity output. The more productive we are to the society, the more money we will get. Simple. To prepare for this, I am currently writing a journal every day and will turn it into creating something that is more useful to the broader market.

Reminder to self: make sure you acknowledge the peace and order in mind that comes from having a permanent roof over your head. Moving is extremely stressful, and having a place you call home brings much needed order in your chaotic life. You will be able to focus better on other things that matter to you.

Also, the longer I live with only the essentials (a little less than that, maybe) the more I realize how little I need to survive. I am now more mindful of owning things, and starting to see the benefits of owning less. There certainly are things that are better owned (e.g. your own home). Being able to distinguish better-to-own objects versus nice-to-have's is what I need to improve on.

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Challenge Log

Requirements
No Snacks No drinks or desserts exceeding weekly limit	No snacks
Water intake (max 2L)	2L
2x Pomodoro flows (read min. 10 pages)	Home reno research
Productive activity (write a journal or a blog; create a product)	Journalling
Physical activity (min. 45 minutes)	PULL DAY 1. Chin ups +45/55lbs 4x5 2. DB row 95lbs 4x6 3A. BB curl 100lb 2-1-1.5-1.5 3B. Skull crusher 45lbs 4x8 4A. Standing BB twist +25lb 3x6 (shoulder pain) 4B. 3s-1s push up 3x10 5. Abs in&outs + 30s hold 5x10
Wildcard (any 1 of read/produce/exercise above)	(PRODUCE) Home reno research

Should've/Would've/Could've

-- We should put more effort into 'reading' more, and writing with purpose (e.g. newsletter article, or write about a specific topic in your journal)

Drink/Dessert tickets remaining: 0