I'm experiencing the end of daylight savings for the first time. I come from such an 'even' timezone where the sun reigns all day long, barely taking on different moods during the summer and the winter. But now, now I must adapt. I've come to a land where the sun is a bit more moody, it appears but seldom, letting the clouds have their fun. I'm in a dull and dreary land, atleast when it comes to the weather. And now I must make a home here. So that's where I will use the lightness of my spirit, the years of strength soaked up from the sun. And I shall make it through this winter. #saveourselves #saveourselvesblog #reelsaboutlife #slowreels #daylightsavings #daylightsavingsuk #shortdays #gloomyday #spirit

A little bit of slowness in this fast-pace favouring algorithm (and life). This past month has just whooshed by and this is my attempt to savour time a little bit as I complete a full month in a new city, away from my idea of home for the last 26 years. I'm building a new sense of home, a new identity. #saveourselves #saveourselvesblog #reelsaboutlife #slowreels #thoughtaboutlife #everydaylife #frenchpress #coffee

What does your ideal Sunday look like? Does it have a few different versions where on some Sundays you would love frolicking around the town while on others you would rather curl up on your couch and watch a few movies? Today, take a few moments and sit down with your journal. Describe your ideal Sunday or Sundays in as much detail as possible. Really try to visualise the day. Here are a few questions to help you out: At what time do you want to wake up? Do you want to lay in bed for a while or get moving right away? Does Sunday breakfast look different than the rest of the week? How are you spending your time during the day? Does Sunday involve a nice nap? Are you choosing to be a homebody or do you feel like getting out of the house? How do you want to feel today? What would make this a satisfying day? Now that you've answered these and you have a clearer vision of your ideal Sunday, think about what you can do to bring it into the reality. Is it a far-fetched routine that isn't completely possible right now? No worries, try and incorporate a couple of activities if possible. And as you make your way through the weeks, try to live out your ideal Sundays whenever you can. 💛💫 #saveourselvesblog #saveourselves #reelsaboutlife #sundayreset #sunday #journalprompts #weeklyreset #thoughtaboutlife #everydaylife #idealsunday #sundayvibes

Welcome to episode 5! In this one, we are playing with time. I have this theory that the speed of time is directly proportional to its length. Join me in this episode as I break down this theory and unravel our experiences with time as kids, teenagers and adults. Sit back, relax and have a wonderful *time*! If you like my videos, consider subscribing to my channel! Share it with your friends and family and let's turn this into a supportive community. Thank you so much for watching! Prefer listening to this episode? I got you: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1ASxQ1yFaHex5O449Wje21?si=kpaYllO1T_C7SdOcbVytAA Video Chapters: 0:00 Welcome to episode 5! 0:14 My intention with this podcast 2:19 Why this topic - Timeflation 4:48 Sort of a disclaimer 6:35 How we experience time as kids 10:23 A brief intermission 10:33 Podcasting as a creative outlet 13:13 Time and its wobbliness as a teenager 17:30 Experiencing time as a fresh adult 21:21 Adjusting to the calendar year 23:41 Why I decided to name this ep 'Timeflation' 25:42 This year has FLOWN by 26:37 Why time flies 27:31 I hope this ep isn't too chaotic! Music Credits: Lofi Girl: https://lofigirl.com/ Album used: Better Together by marsquake X Satyr https://lofigirl.com/releases/better-together/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@SaveOurselves Website https://www.saveourselvesblog.com/ Podcast https://open.spotify.com/show/39jDrOyi86u1JG3JO1xss8?si=79861b5c81094b0d Newsletter https://saveourselves.substack.com/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/saveourselvesblog/ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/save-ourselves/ Threads https://www.threads.net/@saveourselvesblog

My inner world is the cause and the effect of this outer world I've created for myself. It's a reflection of my internal life, translated into the physical realm. I spent 90% of my time in my apartment, sleeping here, working here, indulging in my hobbies here. On many days, I barely even leave the place. And all of this, happily, willingly. Why would I want to step out when there's this sanctuary that makes me feel safe and energised? Why would I wander about when I have this retreat, created especially for me? Yes, there's a lot out there, people to meet and the world to be explored. And I love that dearly too. But on most days, I love being cooped up in my own corner in this world. I am content and I ask for nothing more. What is your safe place? #saveourselves #saveourselvesblog #reelsaboutlife #homebody #homebodylife #apartmenttherapy #quietlife #indoors #apartment

I started reading The Stationery Shop of Tehran yesterday and I've been hooked. It's one of those books where you feel like you want to do nothing else but keep on reading. I've felt this way about a book after quite some time. And it's a feeling I cherish. That feeling doesn't come alone. It comes in the company of decisions you need to make, especially as an adult. And on days like today, it's so difficult! Not as simple to choose to keep reading and shrug of all other responsibilities and commitments. It's such a tricky, layered feeling, with a trace of humour because these problems are obviously a delight to have! Also, I put my thoughts into a poem after so many years, little Aparna would be happy that I continued her habit of scribbling random poems here and there. #saveourselves #saveourselvesblog #reelsaboutlife #slowreels #poetry #musings #everydaypoetry #reading #thestationeryshopoftehran

It's 8/8! It's Bullet Journal Day today! @rydercarroll came up with the system 11 years ago and I'm so glad I've spent the last 6.5 years immersing myself in it. Bullet journaling has been a keystone habit in my life, making way for so many new habits and routines that I've been able to form over the years. What I truly love about it is the balance between structure and free-flowing creativity that gives each bullet journal its own personality, just like its owner. So, so glad to have stumbled upon this in college. I know that this is going to be a habit I take with me throughout my life. #saveourselves #saveourselvesblog #bulletjournal #bujoday #bulletjournalday #rydercarroll #bulletjournalcommunity #bulletjournalideas #bulletjournalindia

I love having these everyday rituals that ground me and set me up for a good day. Life comes with its inevitable ups and downs and I feel like having a few set-in-stone routines gives me a sense of stability, like there are a few familiar things I can always return to and they'll bring me comfort. It's good to have them in place. What are your such routines? #saveourselves #saveourselvesblog #everydaylife #prework #workroutine #everydayroutine #rituals #dailyroutine #dailyrituals