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Silence vs Music for focus… Music wins (but maybe it should not).
Why do we prefer music to silence? Many of us enjoy listening to music while we work. I’m no exception, as I’m listening to my ‘Work | Study | Relax‘ Spotify playlist while writing this post. That list has mainly… Continue reading
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When Good Things End Too Soon: The Tiny Chef and a Ripple of Empathy
A heartache I wasn’t expecting… Sometimes, a piece of news hits you harder than you expect. Recently, I came across the Tiny Chef Show cancellation video (you can watch it below), and honestly, it left me heartbroken. It wasn’t just… Continue reading
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Do you think about the legacy you will leave? ‘Cause I don’t.
This prompt about the legacy I want to leave behind hits my soul, as it reminds me that I prefer not to think about the long-term future. But that’s an issue, so I’ll commit to thinking about and answering that… Continue reading
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Issues with your sleep? Join to the club.
Many struggle with sleep, but it’s a crucial part of our well-being. Around 50 million Americans have sleep disorders. I aim to sleep by 11:30 pm and wake by 8:30 am, with exceptions. Tips for better sleep include avoiding late… Continue reading
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Spending all my pennies in Miniso
I’ll keep this short to prevent my impulsive self from visiting a Miniso store. Miniso offers high-quality and affordable products (most of them are extremely cute). I have to make a considerable effort not to enter the store, and if I enter,… Continue reading
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Astrid, beloved by the gods?
Not so long ago, I wrote about the meaning of my first name, Maria, in another Daily prompt post. Now, it is the turn of my preferred name, Astrid. Astrid is a Scandinavian name, and even if I am not a… Continue reading
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I hate to be asked why I walk differently.
I had Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) when I was a kid. It was a traumatic experience for me and my family, and I have a sequel where I cannot lift my right foot (Drop foot). Although I know it is natural that people… Continue reading
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