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  Love your body -  Photo by Andrea Piacquadio: https://www.pexels.com Have you ever thought of your body as your buddy? Not just a vessel that carries you through life, but a true companion; one that tirelessly works behind the scenes to keep you alive, healthy, and functional?  Well, to be honest, I used to think of my body as just a body, something impersonal and utilitarian. It existed for a purpose, sure, but it wasn’t something I saw as a being deserving my care, gratitude, or affection. In fact, for years, I just used it without thinking about its needs or even acknowledging its existence beyond what was necessary. But that perspective began to shift after attending a workshop where I was introduced to the idea of “thanking your body.” At first, the concept seemed absurd. Thank my legs, arms, lungs, and heart? What am I, crazy? But during the workshop, we were guided through a simple practice of gratitude for our bodies, and I decided to give it a try.  That n...

I love you - Photo by alleksana: https://www.pexels.com Folks, what is Valentine’s Day to you? Is it something special, a day you eagerly anticipate? Or is it just another date on the calendar, something that holds little meaning in your daily life? Do you celebrate love in grand gestures, or do you find meaning in quieter, more personal ways? As for me, there’s something about February that carries a certain warmth, an almost tangible energy of love filling the air. Just as December is wrapped in the spirit of Christmas, bringing families together with joy and laughter, February has its own way of making hearts a little softer, gestures a little kinder, and love a little more intentional. I won’t pretend that I didn’t love the attention, the thoughtful gestures, and of course, the chocolates that came with Valentine’s Day. There was something special about receiving small tokens of appreciation, reminders that I was seen and loved. But in the spirit of the month of love, back at work ...

Don't stop dreaming -  Photo by Andrea Piacquadio: https://www.pexels.com There was a time in my life when I thought I needed to have all the answers. I believed that if I could figure everything out, I would finally feel secure, accomplished, and at peace. So, I’d set ambitious goals, push myself relentlessly to achieve them, and agonize over every little setback. Still, I didn’t realize how my dreams turned into burdens I carried constantly, weighing heavily on my mind and heart. They whispered to me in every quiet moment, reminding me of their urgency and of how incomplete I felt without them. I still remember one of those obsessions. Let’s just call it “the dream” for now. The dream seemed like it would complete me. I wanted it because I thought having it would mean I was enough—worthy, successful, fulfilled. But the harder I chased it, the more it seemed to slip away, like sand running through my fingers. It consumed me: sleepless nights, countless plans, disappointment so hea...

Finding Balance in Communication -  Photo by Alex Andrews: https://www.pexels.com People often say that communication is the foundation of any relationship. A strong, lasting bond can be built on the practice of good communication skills. And yes, this theory sounds logical. It’s easy to nod along and agree: open communication should lead to better understanding, fewer conflicts, and stronger connections. But the reality? It’s not always that straightforward. My Point of View about Communication Changed I used to believe in this theory wholeheartedly. Not just believe in it, but practice it diligently. I thought that as long as I communicated openly: shared my thoughts, feelings, and concerns, everything would work out for the better. Well, it worked for a while, until it didn’t. I got stuck, tangled in a web of words and emotions that didn’t seem to bring the clarity or resolution I’d been promised. Soon, I reached a point where I didn’t know how to bridge the gap between communic...

People change and that’s our nature. So, lumrah dan wajar saja bila perubahan ini kemudian banyak berperan dalam kelangsungan interkonektivitas antara manusia satu dan lainnya. Entah itu keluarga, sahabat, teman, kekasih, ataupun pasangan, pada satu titik semua pasti mengalaminya. Namun saat perubahan itu tidak sejalan dengan apa yang kita yakini, I believe it’s totally okay to say, “Sorry, I choose not to engage with the way you practice self-growth.” If ever there’s one huge thing I’ve done and continuously practiced in my healing journey, that would be drawing boundaries. Sebagaimana saat kita berkendara di jalan, menjaga jarak aman menjadi kunci penting terhadap keselamatan kita, and so is the relationship we manage with other humans. Drawing boundaries is indeed a great milestone for me. Sama sekali bukan hal yang mudah untuk dilakukan, terutama saat pertama kali. Namun ini adalah cara yang sehat dalam membina hubungan saat kita menjalani peran sebagai social being. Gue ingat seka...