Today has been another sweet day – nice and mundane. Slept some good number of hours, recorded a video for college, studied business valuation in class, got home, gymmed, worked out of Jamjar, spent some time at the beach, walked around with Saurabh, made some dhaniya chutney (did some preparing food after a very long time, it was nice) had dinner, had pineapples for dessert and writing now. After this, I’ll write some things on CQ and C4E Labs. And call it a day. I am recording a podcast at 6 AM tomorrow and thus, I shall sleep earlier.

Now, updates from the day.

One. I like my no-rush, everything’s-in-place morning.

That’s it. That’s the thought. I think I must make it a point to wake up a little earlier than usual everyday and keep some time for myself. Before the asks of any day begin. Especially the getting-ready-to-head-out part with it’s ticker in my mind. “I might get late.” That.

Which is why I am often super methodical with my things. While half my cupboard is a block of rolled up and forgotten laundry, the other is 21 carefully picked out outfits — for college, for gym and for the day. The pajamas are 22nd. Love doing that every Sunday. As needless and Sheldon-esque this might sound, it gives my brain the comfort of structure that struggles to maintain any of it.

Today was one such morning. And because I had that morning zen, I was able to carry patience through the day. Had some traffic and forgot my gym bag and got a little late to something. But one thing lends to another, and by the end of this day, I’m at peace.

Two. Have made a few promises to myself.

This might be Day 21 of writing these blogs. They say things become a habit in 21 days. I’m not sure if that’s the case. But I’ve learnt be patient + hopeful with myself on days when nothing seems to type itself. 16 more days for me to finish this challenge so that I can get myself a cool, new backpack. I don’t know what I want honestly. This search has now become an year-old. Maybe I will design one and get it custom-made for myself. I digress.

Now that I have solid proof that I can do things I say I will, I will add another thing to the stack. Eat clean for a month. And move regularly — weights and cardio and little walking. Workouts are fun and easy. Plus, I will document them publicly. Somehow, it’s easier to stick to things you promised to do in public. Controlling eating is harder part for me. Let’s see.

I have a feeling, this time, I might actually stick to it. Have asked Faizan – my trainer – to hold me accountable as well. If you’re a friend who spends time around me, push me to choose better? Please?

Third and last. Other things from the day.

1. I need to rethink my relationship with money. I’ve always been in a comfortable place like that. Plus, I’ve never bothered about saving. And I think it’s better spent on making my life easier + brain comfier. Obviously, my family can afford this belief for me. But I think I will change that and consult Sir Housel on this one.
2. In the market for a reminder app that gives you alarm-like, full-screen reminders for things. I would like to use this for my daily things or general follow-ups in life. How has Apple not made this possible? Sigh!
3. I spent an hour at the beach today. It felt lovely. Made a little video for Sunset Club. Maybe I should bring this back. And oh, how did we ever manage to do this almost every day last year? My TDL today could never.
4. We made a tiny miss on C4E Labs and now have an extra domain. CuraZap.com. Any idea what we could build for it?
5. And oh, found Clearer Thinking’s program today. Pretty cool thing they have put together.

Aus bas. Aaj itna hi.

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