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Why Am I Starting This? The Mental Landscape 🧠✍️
Honestly, when I first thought about launching this microblog, my primary feeling was “I don’t know!” But digging a little deeper, it’s becoming clearer that this isn’t just about having a site; it’s about nurturing a mental space.
In a world buzzing with information and constant stimulation, especially here in Singapore, I’ve felt a growing need for a personal outlet. This microblog is evolving into a quiet corner where I can:
- Process my thoughts: It’s a mental gym, helping me untangle the daily influx of ideas, observations, and curiosities. Writing things down often clarifies what’s swirling in my head, turning fleeting thoughts into something more concrete.
- Sharpen my perspective: By committing ideas to “paper” (or screen, in this case), I’m forced to articulate them clearly. This act of structured thinking isn’t just about improving writing skills; it’s about refining how I perceive and interpret the world around me – from the latest tech trends to the subtle nuances of local culture.
- Embrace reflection: It’s an intentional practice of stepping back and reflecting on experiences. Rather than just consuming, I want to contribute, even if it’s just to my own growth. This acts as a gentle anchor in a fast-paced environment.
So, while the initial spark might have been a vague “why not?”, the true drive is a quiet craving for mental clarity, thoughtful exploration, and the simple joy of developing ideas through the act of writing. It’s a journey, not a destination, and I’m keen to see where it leads.
Mood indicators
One thing I’ve realized about journaling is that sometimes words aren’t enough to capture the full emotional texture of a moment. That’s why I’ve added these little mood indicators throughout my posts – think of them as emotional breadcrumbs that give you (and future me) a quick sense of where my headspace was.
The range spans from Amazing when life feels genuinely incredible, down through Great , Good , and Relaxed for those peaceful, content moments. Then there’s Neutral for middle-ground days, Tired for when energy is low (a frequent visitor in our fast-paced world), Bad for genuinely rough patches, and Awful for those days when everything feels like an uphill battle.
They’re not meant to oversimplify the complexity of human emotion – we all know feelings are far more nuanced than eight categories. But they serve as useful anchors, a way to acknowledge that the lens through which I’m writing might be tinted by how I’m feeling in that moment. It’s honest, it’s human, and it adds a layer of context that pure text sometimes misses.
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