I first learned about the concept of single-tasking years ago while reading books, and it really resonated with me. My psychiatrist also suggested about a year ago that I not take on too many mental projects at once. We had been talking about my physical overuse injuries, and he noticed the same pattern of overdoing […]
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Energy based work load
Instead of a rigid schedule for work and life, I shifted to an adaptable planning, based on my energy levels to enjoy life more, be more productive, and avoid burnout. Knowing my history of repeated overuse injuries and my tendency to bite off more than I can chew, and wanting to better enjoy my self-employed […]
The Eye That Sees Less, The Heart That Sees More
I’ve come to realize that Islam offers more than spiritual rewards; it provides a practical lifestyle design for mental resilience. These teachings are not burdens, but protective barriers for our psychological well-being in a chaotic world. The Fraction of a Second That Changed My Life: A Journey with Ghad al-Basar I am writing this as […]
How small details matter
To live better, understand yourself. Truth, curiosity & small, smart improvements—like checking ingredients or sleep—compound. Learn your patterns to fix, adapt, and reprogram your life.
The Fighter’s Formula: How I Maintained Bipolar Stability for 20 Years
Thriving with bipolar 20 yrs: Beat anxiety-pain loops via sleep rigor, tiny habits & targeted help. Alhamdulillah—rewards come when simple rules turn sacred.
Loosing Productivity
I’ve been trying to loosen up and restructure my weekly schedule, but I ended up overindulging. The results? I’ve: Clearly, this has turned into more of a slump than a productive reset. Unfortunately, I’ve also developed eye strain from skipping my usual screen breaks—something I used to do to prevent eye, back, and muscle tension. […]
Celebrating Small Wins & Building Consistency
Building strength slowly with 1kg weights & backstroke swims—Alhamdulillah injury-free! Key lessons: form, patience & listening to my body.
I am slightly overweight, again
Why gaining some extra weight isn’t the setback it once seemed. Meantime, I still aim to be muscular and fit with a dose of self-compassion.
How to Navigate Over-Identifying with Ones Diagnosis
Overidentifying with diagnoses shrinks lives. I traded ‘patient’ for ‘cyclist, coder, cook’ by balancing acceptance & agency. Not cured—unbounded.
From Progress to Insight: Learning Through a Setback in My Cycling Journey
Life is like a building it needs multiple pillars to stay strong, we minor set back we can implement a tactic of course correct to stay strong & productive.