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The most pivotal thing about being an adult is that you get to make your own decisions, and you're responsible for them. So, therefore, you benefit from the outcomes of the good decisions and bear the consequences of the bad. Maybe one's not truly an adult yet if they don't realise this.

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It has been a few days [since I started working on my MEDS](https://peakd.com/hive-109288/@olujay/balance-growth), and there has been significant progress so far. I don't have it all mapped out yet, but it's all coming together, bit by bit. The idea is to develop in certain areas and explore new ground internally.

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Ever since I was a kid, I have never been excellent at getting adequate rest. My mind's often active, so much so that I'd rather stay awake if I can and don't feel exhausted yet. What I discovered in 2021 with workouts and weightlifting when I first discovered them was that they helped me sleep better, as well as bananas.

And so, I registered at the gym nearby once again. It was about time I did that, but I had been procrastinating because I was waiting for the "right time" when I had things together with my finances and plans. Time waits for no man, however, and so I just snapped out of my hesitation.

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In the last 48 hours, I slept three times more than I usually would. I have flexible schedules these days, and so I can afford the shift in plans since I get adequate rest anyway. It's been rejuvenating so far, and that's the experience I have been looking for.

Now, that only makes up half of my MEDS—meditation, exercise, diet, and sleep. I have been focusing on exercising this week, and consequentially, that has brought me good sleep a little more frequently than previously. Diet and meditation are the next in line.

Meditation isn't something that I have really done much of before. I am not even sure I know how to do it effectively for myself, but I know that in the few times I have tried it in Creative Work hour sessions by Alessandra White, I felt a little more grounded than I normally would. So I am picking up on it again.

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I am just going to do a little more research on how to go about it properly, explore its benefits to myself, and become more informed and benefit from the practice. As for diet, I held back on this one a little because of the circumstances I have found myself in lately.

I have been eating a lot more than usual these days, as exercising requires that I take in more calories to work efficiently and regain strength quicker. Otherwise, I would just get famished and become disoriented.

I have been studying more these days. I want to focus on self-development in many areas, especially in the next few weeks when I am on vacation from teaching and have more time to myself. I had already registered for a course on Cousera but slouched on it for a while, so that's what I have restarted and am now going through.

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Have you tried cold banana slices in a warm bowl of cooked oats? I usually have it with milk and honey. It's a really nice meal to have in the mornings, way before breakfast, and it packs a bunch of calories that I think are apt for me as a pre-workout meal. I haven't had it in a very long time, so I have been craving it. Now that our electricity connections have been repaired after so many weeks, I think I'll get to enjoy it again.

...but that's by the way.

Two of my favourite podcasts to listen to every day are On Purpose by Jay Shetty and Waveform by Marques Brownlee and his team, MKBHD. On Purpose is self-help, and I get really profound expositions about life in general. Waveform is basically about tech, and I get informed insights on different tech-related topics there.

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Something I have been a little bummed about lately is my growth on X. Apparently, I really don't know how to go about it. I know I have a really small account, so I do not expect much for now, but what worries me a bit is how to get to where I'd like to be. I'm open to tips.

Anyway. Perhaps I should call this a weekly review? Dunno, but these are my thoughts on how this week has been and partly what I look forward to in the coming week. Have a wonderful weekend!

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By the way, this post was inspired by the [#marchinleo](https://inleo.io/@leo.tasks/february-inleo-winners-march-monthly-prompt) prompt for the day. Something about self-care. Check [here](https://inleo.io/@leo.tasks/february-inleo-winners-march-monthly-prompt) to learn more. And, also, make earnings with your content on Hive via [InLeo](https://inleo.io/) while you truly own your account. If you're new, sign up in a few minutes by clicking [here](https://inleo.io/signup?referral=olujay)!
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