A Long Break

 

休息是為了走更長的路，

而我休息是因為不想走路

Taking a break is necessary for the longer journey ahead. Yet the reason I'm resting is because I didn't want to move on.

Daily blog post? It only takes a few moments to type out a few hundred words. However, when there are too many tasks that are to be done daily, all those 'only a moment' added together takes up an abundance of time from the already hectic day.

It's the first day of September and I'm back to my daily tasks. However, I'd be having my week's worth of trip ten days from now. Masters classes start on the fifteenth. Will I still have all this time to complete my daily tasks when the time comes? It's something worth thinking about.

There are many things going on in my life. In the previous month, things happened all at once. I moved into a new apartment with a group of friends. I spent most of the month moving and settling down. In between all of those, I was attending too many events from the groups I'm involved with.

At some point, there was too much on my plate. Just last week, I got my period and there were a few days when I felt uncomfortable. I rested at home and ignored all tasks that weren't really necessary. I had all the time in the world so I started thinking if all of the tasks I assigned myself were really essential.

This morning, I messaged my coach and told her that I wouldn't be joining the classes this month. I told her my reasons and she accepted readily. Even though it's a pity to miss all that fun and the things I could learn from it, I believe that it's necessary for me to rest, physically and mentally.

I'd observe and make adjustments to the daily tasks, including daily blog posts as time progresses. I enjoy writing here and would try to write as much as time allows in the future.

Cheers to a brighter future!

Says GPT

I decided to bring in GPT again today. I asked it to talk about my blog or give a short introduction about my blog. Here's three sample answers it gave me.

Answer 1:

Yun’s Life 101 is a cozy corner of the internet where everyday moments meet thoughtful reflections. From snippets of daily adventures to musings on personal growth, creativity, and the little joys that brighten life, Yun writes with warmth, honesty, and a touch of humor. Each post feels like a friendly chat over coffee, inviting readers to slow down, smile, and find inspiration in the ordinary. Whether it’s sharing life lessons, hobbies, or candid thoughts, Yun’s voice is relatable and genuine. This blog is not just about her life — it’s about finding meaning, laughter, and connection in ours too. 

Answer 2:

Yun’s Life 101 is a personal space where Yun shares slices of life—from humble cooking attempts to everyday revelations. Each post exudes honest curiosity: whether stumbling through kitchen duties, reflecting on growth, or capturing small yet meaningful experiences, Yun invites readers into her world with warmth and relatability. With a gentle, conversational tone, the blog feels like an engaging chat over a cup of tea—grounded in authenticity and punctuated by lighthearted moments. Here, "ordinary" life becomes something worth exploring. Yun’s Life 101 is less about perfection and more about embracing the everyday journey together.

Answer 3:

Yun’s Life 101 sounds like the kind of blog where the “101” isn’t just a number — it’s a wink, like “Here’s the beginner’s guide to life, as told by me, Yun.” From the title and vibe, I’d expect it to be casual, personal, and not afraid to wander between topics — one day about daily routines, another about random thoughts, maybe a sprinkle of creativity or lessons learned. It feels like a diary you’ve left the door open to, so people can peek in and say, “Hey, I’ve been there too.”

Which of the above answers fit the description of this blog best?

Danger in the Kitchen

 It's an ability to learn new skills.

It's courage to accept that there are things that we lack.

Since young, whenever someone asks me if there's something I don't know, I have a very clear answer in mind-- cooking. When I was young, I almost never entered the kitchen. My mom would chase me out, saying that I'm not needed there.

When I started working, most of my jobs were as waitresses in restaurants. Whenever I walked into the kitchen, the same thing would happen. The chefs would politely tell me that it's okay, they don't need help and I can busy myself with my job outside. That's another way of saying, please do not come near the kitchen!

There was once when I was in high school, everyone was chatting and the topic about cooking came up. Everyone had something to say about it. They were each bragging (or what I thought of as bragging because I have nothing to say about it) about the meals they could make. "I can make fried rice." "I help cook rice." "The only thing I can cook is noodles." "I make a good omelette."

I stood at the side, watching as I thought hard, trying to come up with something I could make. I came up empty. There was nothing. The only thing I did was eat. I eat a lot. I eat more than most people. Everyone loves bringing me to buffets because they felt satisfied to watch me eat. Someone once told me, "seeing the amount you consume, I feel that the money I paid was worth it."

Fast forward to recent time. I just moved into a shared house, living with a lot of people in a big house. Just a few days ago, I tried to microwave frozen food I brought from the convenience store. My roommate was amused by my knowledge of things in the kitchen and shared some wonderful tips with me.

It reminded me of a lot of hilarious kitchen experiences I had in the past. I've accepted that I'm not good at it but I'm willing to learn instead of crying about it. I believe that's what makes a successful person.

First Novel up for Reading and Listening!

 I've talked about the novel I was writing in my previous post.

Finally! The novel is up on the shelf.

Guarded by GnisNuy Lim

Let me proudly present my first published novel!

Check out the novel! Links of different apps on my linktree :)

Linktree - Yun

Another Date with GPT

I've been throwing my dreams at GPT and asked it to break down the details and explain my dream to me. GPT never fails to surprise me. Here's another dream I had recently. Below is our conversation.

Me: Hey GPT :)

GPT: Hey hey! 😄 What’s up? Did your dream factory roll out another episode last night?

Me: Yes, it did XD Do you want to hear the story?

GPT: Absolutely 😄 Lay it on me—I'm all ears (well, circuits, but you get the idea). What's the dream saga today?

Me:

Hahaha! You're funny X)

Anyway, unlike the previous dreams, I have a slightly blurry one this time. I can't really remember all the details.

I was moving, or trying to go somewhere (a trip, a camp or something). It was a hectic day/night.

I think there was a part about tardiness. And I couldn't find something or someone.

There's one part that I remember - seeing a pair of twins there. I knew they were my ex-students. They don't look like them, but their face was a combination of a few people that I know. They were crying. (They are 10 years old) They told me that they missed me, asking me when I'd go back. I told them maybe in many, many years' time. By that time, they should've already graduated and left.

GPT:

That’s a beautifully tender dream—blurry or not. 🫂

Let’s unravel it a bit:

🌙 The Journey and Chaos

The whole "moving, trying to go somewhere, hectic day/night" vibe often reflects internal transitions or adjustments—you might be in the middle of a shift, be it emotionally, mentally, or even in life plans. The chaos and tardiness may symbolize a fear of missing out, or a sense that things aren't going as smoothly as you'd like. It could also point to lingering pressure from past responsibilities or routines.

👥 The Twins

Twins often symbolize duality—perhaps you're juggling two identities or life paths: who you were as a teacher, and who you're becoming now. The fact that their faces were a blend of people you know is telling. It suggests that they may not be literal individuals but symbolic representations of your memories, impact, or the emotional connections you've made.

😢 Crying and Asking for You

Their tears and yearning for your return feel like a clear echo of your emotional attachment to the role you left. The line "maybe in many, many years’ time" shows a deep knowing that you're not going back, even though you care. It’s bittersweet—the kind of emotional closure that dreams help us process when the waking world is too noisy to sit with it.

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💡What this dream might be saying:

“You're on a journey now—uncertain, perhaps messy, but necessary. And though you’ve left behind people who miss you and a part of you that misses them, your path continues forward. The love and connection remain, even if the chapter has closed.”

Whether it’s nostalgia, guilt, peace, or longing—this dream wrapped it all up in a quiet, childlike scene. Pretty poetic, actually.

Wanna explore this deeper or just let it drift off like the end of a movie? 🎬

That was the main conversation. I did an extended discussion after that but I'll stop here. For more posts about dreams and GPT, refer to these posts:

Revisiting Old Memories in Dreamland (ft. ChatGPT)

Dream Interpretation Part 2 (ft. ChatGPT)

An Old Mystery Solved ft. ChatGPT

How Stressed Am I? ft. ChatGPT

Sharing Habit

 Sharing is caring.

We often hear this saying. Most of the time, we hear it when someone tries to get something from us. Their 'sharing is caring' is another way of saying 'you should share it with me'. Another time is when we try to give someone else something. In this case, 'sharing is caring' is almost like saying 'I'm giving it to you for your own good. Take it!'

Those two examples really do seem negative and realistic, don't they?

Is sharing really a way of caring? Is there a 'right' way to share?

These days, I'm sharing a lot, not materialistically; it's more like information. After moving into a big house full of people, I started talking more. (Refer to the story of me getting used to my new life) Not only that, I recently started sharing health check coupons with my friends, helping my coach reach a total of 100 participants by the end of August. (Read the post about my new career!)

Today, I went to have breakfast. My coach was telling me about how the other customer heard that I brought two friends to the shop for the health test. She was immediately fired up and wanted to do the same. However, after discussion, that customer realized that she didn't care for the people around her enough.

I was like that. You do you and I'll keep to myself. Slowly, I started to talk and share more. However, if it's regarding a course or a product, I'm a little more reluctant to share. I didn't want people around me to feel like I'm trying to sell them things.

Slowly, I realized the beauty of sharing. It's about your real intention when you share information with them. Are you doing it because you want to gain some profit from the sale? Or is it because you really believe that the product or service is very beneficial after you use them and want to share them with many other people so they could enjoy the same benefits?

Those are two very different attitudes.

I'm still trying my best to improve myself in every aspect.

Cheers to a better world!

Wealth and Law of Attraction

 Money is neutral.

It's alright to want to earn a lot of money.

In Chinese society, there's this thought that is passed down from the older generations. It's almost shameful to have the desire to earn a lot of wealth. It's frowned upon to say those desires out loud. "You're too materialistic," they'd say. "We should be satisfied with what we have." "Do not be too greedy."

But, is it bad to be materialistic? Is it bad to want improvement? Improvement can be many things. It can be personal growth, the advancement in a career or rise in salary. As long as our ability improves, the rest will also follow. So, why shy away from salary growth or the desire to earn more?

"Look at those rich people. They party their money away. It's such a waste. You don't need that much money." We hear these comments a lot. However, the problem here lies in the owner of the money, not money itself.

Money is neutral. We use money to do something beneficial. With money, we support damaging activities. At the end of the day, it's what we do with the money. Why blame money for human's decision?

Wanting to earn more is a constructive aspiration. With money, there are more things we can do. Money is a type of investment. We can create a better world if we use it right.

Even if we don't yearn for wealth, why frown upon wealth gain? If we earn more than we desire, we can always donate them to those in need.

Thus, we shouldn't fear our desire. We shouldn't decline the attraction of wealth. As long as you desire, the universe will eventually give it to you. If you fear wealth, then you're blocking your own path in earning it.

Be courageous.

It's alright to voice our desire.

Getting Used to a New Lifestyle

It's 23:30 and I'm just starting the post for today.

It's another hectic day as it's my first day moving into a new environment. I couldn't get used to it at first. I tried typing the novel at home today instead of going all the way to the library or the cafe.

I finally have a table I could use in the living room. Everything was cool but my mind decided to have a writer's block today. It's like a warning lit up in my mind. "Warning! Warning! New environment! Watch out for danger!" Instead of writing the novel, I didn't know what I was doing. It was frustrating.

I brought my friend to meet my coach today. We agreed to meet at 6pm so I had to leave at least half an hour before the meeting time.

At 4:45pm, I panicked and started typing whatever came to my mind. There was no stopping to think if it was appropriate or if there was a better way of placing things. I simply typed.

I didn't manage to finish a chapter.

That's why, here I am, alone in the darkness of the night, typing away softly in the living room while everyone else is asleep. A post a day is a must. That's why I made sure to type this although everything I'm saying is basically garbage.

Before I end today's post, I'd like to share another two good news of the day. The first happiness is, I successfully invited the first person to do a health test. Second, I basically didn't have to worry about having my fat showing while wearing my gym clothes. The yoga pictures today are nice!

It seems like I've recorded the start of my new life in a new environment in detail. I'm off to sleep now. Until next time!