Describe one habit that brings you joy.

Writing a short blog entry every day, based on a simple prompt, has quietly become one of the calmest and clearest moments in my day.

It’s not for traffic, and not really for writing practice either.

It’s just a few minutes of pausing—enough to sort through my thoughts and check in with myself.

Sometimes, just recalling something amusing brings me a little joy.

Other times, I remember the kindness someone once showed me, and gratitude wells up.

When I take a moment to reflect on what I already have, I realize there’s a quiet kind of happiness there too.

In these moments, I feel calm. I feel grateful.

Not because life is perfect, but because I’m able to notice—the small things are already precious.

Of course, there are worries.

But I try to face them, and think through possible ways forward.

I may not find answers right away, but just thinking about them feels like a step in the right direction.

And so, this habit of writing has become something steady.

Not to document my existence, but to help me inch a little closer, each day, to the shore I quietly long for.

Even if it’s just a small step—it’s enough.