Poetic Wellness Storytelling

When One Person Becomes Your Whole World When life swirls around you-good and bad-and there's that one person on your mind, the only one you want to share everything with: your joy, your sorrow, even the moments that feel humiliating. I had someone like that once. Someone who meant everything to me. But I chose to walk away from her life completely. Our friendship became toxic. I felt unvalued and constantly hurt. The way she spoke, the way she acted-made me feel unwanted and unwelcome, even though she kept inviting me. It twisted something inside me. Some friendships run deep, deeper than blood, deeper than logic. But love, I’ve learned, sometimes means letting go. What follows is a story of quiet courage, brokenness, and the decision to choose myself-even when it hurt. Toxic Relationships We’d been friends for over twenty years. So why did I suddenly feel this way? I didn't understand. I was confused. I wanted to ask her, confront her, but I was afraid of the answer... afr...

Aging doesn’t mean fading—it can mean thriving. "I want to be healthy, stronger and fit beyond fifty". It's a mantra I keep repeat to myself every day. In many Asian communities, there’s a common belief that aging means inevitable sickness and decline. But I refuse to accept that. I want to break the cycle, bust the myth, and rewrite the narrative. Aging doesn’t have to mean fading-it can mean thriving. And I’m living proof that it's never too late to choose vitality. The News  "It was a scorching day when I received news: my mother had been hospitalized due to complications. My heart dropped the moment I heard it. I felt a surge of adrenaline, like my body went into shock. I still remember vividly sitting stiffly in the corridor outside the emergency room, my clothes clung to my skin, soaked through with stress. My palms were drenched, a trembling testament to how fear overrides comfort.  I couldn't sit still. My body kept moving, back and forth, caught in ...

My Inner Voice I didn’t plan to find my voice-I just wanted to speak English clearly. I started with movies, music, and podcasts, hoping one day I’d sound fluent enough. But something unexpected happened along the way: the more I practiced, the more I discovered a deeper part of myself. This blog is my journal. A space where I learn out loud, express freely, and grow through every messy draft and voice recording. I’m not chasing perfection. I’m showing up. And maybe, through this small practice, I’m becoming someone I never thought I could be.  The Journey Finding My Voice I love watching movies in English. I sing along to songs I connect with, listen to podcasts and read anything I can get my hands on. I've always admired how effortlessly native speakers sound-like their voices carry confidence and rhythm I longed to find in myself.  From Zero to Hero I used to envy how native speakers sounded-so clear, confident, effortless. I wanted that too. At first, I just wanted to sou...

 Between the Floor and the Heart A daughter's quite strength through exhaustion, devotion, and the ache of love. This story isn't just about hospital visits or sleepless nights-it's about what happens when love stretches you thin, yet you still choose to show up. When you wonder where your strength ends, and somehow, it doesn't. When Sleeping on the Floor Better Than Your Own Bed "You learn quickly how hard the floor is when it becomes your bed-again. Not out of choice, but because your aging mother is in the hospital, fighting complications, and you're the only daughter by her side. In moments like these, comfort isn't a mattress. It's being there, holding her hand, praying she sleeps through the night." The Struggles Within Me It happens almost every year-three to four times-she ends up at hospital bed. And I find myself driving from Kotabaru to Kandangan, my hometown, to take care for her. At first, I told myself it's my duty as a daughter. ...

"I Need to Diet"  That's the first thought that echoed in my head when I saw the number on the scale: 68 kilos. But instead of spiraling, I started listening. I didn't punish my body-I partnered with it. I never imagined that those four words would lead me to something deeper. Three green juices a week. More fiber, more protein. Less guilt, less guessing. I'm not shrinking to fit in-I'm evolving to show up.  Stronger by Choice.  Diet Alone Wasn't Enough When I was in elementry school, I had a friend who obsessed over her weight. She was so careful - avoiding greasy food, skipping dinner after 5 PM. Me? I'd eat anything, anytime. I had a naturally slim body and thought I'd never need to worry. Fast forward to today- I've become the picky one. And I finally understand why she was so mindful.  You Gotta Move But eating clean is just one piece of the puzzle. My biggest enemy? My own mind whispering: "You can exercise later." "Finish ...

Discover how I started my wellness journey with small habits that shifted my mindset and improved my well-being - a healthy lifestyle built on discipline and consistency. From Whisper into Action - When Motivation Finally Kicks In We all have that moment - when inspiration hits and we quietly say to ourselves, "I want to change." This is the story of how I turned that whisper into action - not with grand plans, but with tiny, meaningful steps. If you've ever hesitated to begin, I hope my journey encourages you to take your first small step. Fitness Motivation for Beginners at Home Believe it or not, achieving something meaningful often starts with just small steps. One year ago, I was watching TV when Cinta Laura Kiehl was being interviewed.  Someone asked her, "How do you get abs like that?" She smiled and said, "Workout and eat healthy food." Right then, I told myself, I want to be like her - not just for the body, but to feel fresh, strong, and he...