Day 39 / 108 Challenge

#39

"I bow to not harm others in order to get ahead."

From yesterday's reflection, I tried to have more clarity and order in my life. Usually my life is in 80% order and 20% chaos, but lately it has felt like 99% chaos and 1% order.

First, I mapped out my housing plan. I will start staying at my own place starting next week, and be prepared to be somewhere else until 8pm to accommodate viewings. Then, if my place gets sold before my new house purchase is closed, I will stay in a short-term rentals. Once my new house is ready for move-in, I will stay there while it is being renovated.

Second, I planned out my exam schedule, so that I get that done before the home renovation kicks in.

Third and last, I maintain my 108 challenge. That 1% of order that kept me sane all these chaotic times was that routine. Without it I might not even be here right now. And it is working as it is ought to be. I wanted to come up with a routine that I could stick to for a lifetime, and I think I found one. So far, I am the most productive I have ever been. My relationship with family, friends, and loved ones are improving. And the best of all, I feel happy.

Last reflection today is that I love lifting weights. I know I have said this too many times, but it hit me again today. When I came out of the gym I felt accomplished, my mind was clear of thoughts, body was refreshingly sore (not a painful one), and I could not ask for anything more than that feeling of content and happiness in life.

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Challenge Log

Requirements
No Snacks No drinks or desserts exceeding weekly limit	I gave in to a slice of cake for the coworker's birthday. Despite it being the unhealthy choice, it saved me from having deeper depression.
Water intake (max 2L)	2L
2x Pomodoro flows (read min. 10 pages)	Finished Ch.10
Productive activity (write a journal or a blog; create a product)	Journalling
Physical activity (min. 45 minutes)	LEG DAY 1. Hex-bar deadlift 315lb 4x4 2. Reverse lunge squat 145lb 4x5 ea. 3A. Front & side lunge 40lb 4x5 ea. 3B. Rear delt. raise 20lb 4x8 4. Hip thrust (skipped - pulled my quads) 5. Leg raise + 30s boat hold 4x15
Wildcard (any 1 of read/produce/exercise above)	(EXERCISE) Commute to work (PRODUCE) Daily Market Digest

Should've/Would've/Could've

-- Proud of you for studying in the morning. See if you can do the same tomorrow as your evening is fully booked.

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