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  • Day 21/75 – Trying to Breathe Inside a Life That Isn’t Mine

    -I woke up telling myself to stay positive, but my body and my mind felt trapped. Some days it’s hard to ignore what my inner self is asking for.- Good evening, dear readers.Today I tried to do what I said yesterday: to think positively, even though I’m working a shift that doesn’t really allow me…

  • Day 20/75 – The child inside me knows the way

    Day 20/75 – The child inside me knows the way

    -Before fear, routines, and expectations, there was a child inside me who knew what freedom felt like.- Good evening, dear readers.Today was a calm day, but my mood feels very flat. Inside myself, today I tried to convince myself that I should see the positive sides of working the 7–3 shift. Things like having weekends…

  • Day 19/75 – Looking Back, With Gratitude

    Day 19/75 – Looking Back, With Gratitude

    -Sunday night reflections. Looking back at the highs, the lows, and everything this week has taught me.- Good evening and happy Sunday, dear readers.And as every Sunday, let’s start this quiet evening by looking back at the week.Ready? Let’s begin. This week had its ups and downs. There were days when I let myself go…

  • Day 18/75 – Race Day Energy

    Day 18/75 – Race Day Energy

    –Some days start slower, but feel bigger inside.– Good afternoon, dear readers.Today is race day?! This morning started at 7:30 a.m. I know very well that one of my main rules is waking up at 6, but last night I chose to give priority to my family. I went to my brother’s football match and…

  • Day 17/50 – A Grey Day, Inside and Out

    Day 17/50 – A Grey Day, Inside and Out

    -Some days feel heavy. Today was one of those. Even when I do the right things, my heart feels a little behind.- Good evening, dear readers.Today was a grey day. And my mood felt grey too. Even though I had a good workout and worked on my vision board, I feel carried by a wave…

  • Day 16/75 – Today Was About People, Not Goals

    Day 16/75 – Today Was About People, Not Goals

    -No big steps, no pressure. Just presence, gratitude, and real human connection.- Good evening, dear readers.Today the sky was cloudy, but I was happy. I started the day at 6 a.m. with a sleep score of 95 — what can I say, great sleep. This morning I meditated for 5 minutes. Not much, but I’m…

  • Day 15/75 – When the Body Is Tired, the Mind Learns

    Day 15/75 – When the Body Is Tired, the Mind Learns

    -Some days feel heavy. And that’s part of the work.- Good evening, dear readers. How are you? Today I feel worn out.It was my second early shift at work, and waking up so early is starting to take its toll. I feel very low on energy, and tonight — whether from real hunger caused by…

  • Day 14/75 – Before the World Wakes Up

    Day 14/75 – Before the World Wakes Up

    -The world was asleep. I was already listening to myself.- Good evening, dear readers. I’m writing my Day 14 a bit later than usual, but that’s okay — this is my diary, and it doesn’t have a schedule. Today was a very intense day. Today was one of those days when my alarm goes off…

  • Day 13/75 – A Quiet Shift

    Day 13/75 – A Quiet Shift

    -Today I chose to believe in what I feel.- Good evening, dear readers. Today was a beautiful day, and it still is.This morning, after my run, I sat on a bench in the park — a place I’ve now chosen as my reflection spot. Starting today, I decided to experiment with a practice I read…

  • Day 12/75 – Sunday Reflections

    Day 12/75 – Sunday Reflections

    -A week ends. I take notes.- Good afternoon, dear readers. Today started in the best possible way. The sky was cloudy, but I tried to make the day active anyway. As usual, I woke up at 6 and followed my morning routine. I spent some time studying the book Flow. Today there was no training…