I have tried sticking to routines multiple times, but the biggest issue isn’t knowing what to do, it’s that my energy and focus aren’t consistent day to day. Some days I am locked in, other days even simple tasks feel heavy. It makes it hard to trust any system long term.
How do you build routines that actually hold up even on low-energy or unfocused days?
My sister had just given birth, and I visited her to lend a hand. I was enjoying the change of environment. One sunny afternoon, I decided to take a walk, exploring the city's atmosphere. As I strolled down the street, a huge figure emerged from an alleyway, blocking my path. His face was stern, his eyes cold. "Give me your watch," he demanded, his voice intense. Fear seized me. I stood frozen, my mind blank, unable to utter a word or make a move. "If you don't give me the watch, I'll give you a short sleeve," he said, reaching behind him and pulling out a machete. The sight of the blade sent a jolt of terror through me. I didn't hesitate; I turned and ran, the man ran after me.
He was gaining on me, and I knew I had to get away. I rush across the street, glancing back to see him right behind me, the machete raised. Just as he was about to step into the road after me, an Alibaba delivery truck appeared seemingly out of nowhere, slamming into him. I didn't stop to look back. I ran until I reached my sister's apartment, my heart pounding in my chest, the image of the machete still vivid in my head. I have never gone outside since then.