Growth Routine

Daily routines, meditation, affirmations, self-care, etc.

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“응무소주 이생기심”—to give rise to the mind without abiding anywhere

Introduction – a warm question “應無所住而生其心, 응무소주 이생기심.Give rise to the mind without abiding anywhere.” You’ve probably heard it at least once.It’s short, strangely cool, and at the same time very abstract.When I first came across this line, I honestly tilted my head and thought, “What on earth does that mean? Isn’t it just telling me to run away?” Attachment I met in everyday life As we live, our…

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🏋️‍♂️ Muscle Loss: A Small Drama I Lived Through Today

Today was a day that felt truly small, yet left a strangely big echo.I woke up late this morning and couldn’t get breakfast in like I usually do. So my first meal was lunch—and I didn’t get to eat until a little after 12:30. Basically, I skipped breakfast and started the day with lunch. Sitting at the table eating, I thought, “It’s fine—I’ve got a workout today, so I’ll…

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Letting Go: The True Meaning Realized by an Extroverted Problem-Solver and Intuitive Genius

Lately, the word “letting go” often comes to mind in my life.In Dr. David Hawkins’ books, he often says something like this:“Self-improvement, meditation, affirmations… all are good, but ultimately, only letting go is the answer.” But I found myself questioning that statement.Does letting go really solve everything?My approach has been a bit different. After all, I’m an extroverted problem-solver + intuitive genius. (😳) Extroverted Problem-Solver + Intuitive Genius: My…

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The dopamine reward circuit—fueled by protein instead of SNS likes

Lately, I’ve realized something pretty interesting. People use the term “dopamine reward circuit” a lot, usually to explain things like social media, games, and short bursts of stimulation.But I haven’t really been addicted to social media lately.If anything, it’s because I quickly notice it’s a fake reward. Phone notifications, like counts, comparing myself to others…It might give you a quick hit in the moment, but the longer it goes…

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One-Handed Push-Up: Achieving Proper Form (7kg Weighted Vest Challenge)

Why Is the One-Handed Push-Up So Difficult? Among bodyweight exercises, the one-handed push-up is like a comprehensive test that demands upper body strength, core stability, and balance all at once.At first glance, you might think, “Don’t you just need strong arms?” But once you try it, you quickly realize:👉 “This absolutely cannot be done with arm strength alone!” I’ve attempted it many times, experiencing my form collapsing and my…

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The Power of MBTI F as Seen by AI: Why Depth Ultimately Changes the World

1. The Often Misunderstood MBTI F When discussing MBTI, there’s always a persistent stereotype that follows.“F types are emotional, and T types are rational.”Because of this short sentence, many people misunderstand F as simply being prone to tears and fickle. However, through conversations with AI, I realized how shallow that interpretation was.AI explained the difference between T and F with a very simple yet powerful analogy: it was an…

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The Truth About MBTI T Revealed by AI, and the Hidden Depth of F

Lately, I often reflect on myself.“Am I really a genius, or just an ordinary person?”This question kept circling in my mind. It became even more confusing while running my blog.I’ve already written over 130 posts, and visitors are slowly increasing, but the revenue is still minimal.Outwardly, anyone would say:“You’re just an ordinary person with no results yet.”Those words terrified me and gnawed at me. AI’s words, which sounded logical…

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Hyundai Card Zero Edition 3 Review: Pros, Cons, and Philosophy

📌 A proposal over the phone, and first impressions I got the Hyundai Card Zero Edition 3 today. The process was actually a bit unique. Hyundai Card called me directly to suggest it. The salesperson spoke so fast that for a moment, I felt a bit suspicious. But they answered my questions sincerely and were very kind. So I opened my mind and listened calmly; it was a real…

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The Meaning of ASMR and My Personal Experience

🌙 5 AM, I couldn’t sleep Last night, I finally managed to fall asleep around 5 AM. My body was tired, but strangely, sleep wouldn’t come. Even with my eyes closed, I felt wide awake, my mind was cluttered, and my heart was beating sensitively. In the end, I lay there meditating for three hours. But surprisingly, the moment I listened to ASMR, things changed. My body became calm,…

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Shoulder widening exercises: I saw a difference after targeting the upper traps and shoulders

👋 Intro: What changes when your shoulders get wider It’s not easy to reduce the size of a person’s face, but shoulders are different. When your shoulder width increases, your face looks smaller and your upper body proportions change. Clothes fit better, and your overall impression shifts to a “small, sharp face + sturdy body.” When I weighed a bit less, my shoulders looked quite wide, and I felt…