From Sam's corner

If your phone is getting more of your time than your meals, your friends, your life, and your personal growth, then it’s time to flip the switch. Instead of giving you a list of “5 things to do instead of doomscrolling,” I want to show you how to actually do them. You’ll still need your phone. First, grab a book.Set a 30-minute timer on your phone and start reading. Even if you get bored,…

There is joy in missing out on comparison. There is joy in missing out on exercises that are not for you and do not make you happy at all. There is joy in missing out on self-imposed workout hours that do not work for your body. But there is joy in fitness. Not in missing out of fitness. So, you need to find one thing that you are excited about. Something that doesn’t take a lot of…

Things I loved as a kid: Dressing up in front of the mirror. Creating stories in my head. Running Creating random little things like drawings, doodles and other crafty things. Reading Dancing every single day in our backyard. Honestly, when people say wouldn’t you get bored if you don’t look at your phone, my answer is no. I have spent hours building stories in my head, I have spent a…

Doing things you love. I mean, we talk a lot about doing things we love. Doing things we used to love as children, etc., etc. But when it comes down to it, we want to do something productive. We expect our actions to have meaning. Have you ever thought: why does everything we do have to earn its existence? I read this book called Sweet Bean Paste by Tetsuya Akikawa, where the characters want…

You know how they say that drop the dead weight and you will walk light. Do not carry things that you don’t need to. You don’t have to carry things that feel heavy. etc etc etc These are all true. A grudge is just that: weight you choose to carry.No one else feels it the way you do. No one else helps you hold it.It sits on your shoulders. The best thing you can do is let go. Letting go…

There was a time when I used to scroll Instagram reels for hours. And when I liked something the algorithm thought that was the kind of content that will keep me scrolling for even longer. That is when I saw multiple folks doing this 75 hard challenge. It was hard alright. Working out twice a day for 75 days straight! What do you mean there are no rest days. I can’t live my life like that. But it…

If I had to name one thing that I love talking about then the answer will be – JOMO (The joy of missing out). However, the question here allows for more than one topic and hence I can share the list of things I love discussing. Here’s the list in no particular order: JOMO Fitness Food Travel Books Fashion Colours Social media and marketing AI The universe But let me tell you one…

I was scrolling through my instagram stories as usual and came across a story by one of my new friend. She asked what were the stages of healing just the way there are stages of grief and that got me thinking. I came up with two sets of stages but then went with the ones that talked about the emotions vs. the sentences that I thought of at first. Five stages of healing iteration one looked like…

The Tea Shop at Midnight is a soothing sleep story designed to help you relax, unwind, and drift into deep, peaceful sleep. 🌙✨ Imagine wandering through quiet city streets until you stumble upon a hidden tea shop, where the scent of chamomile and honey fills the air. Inside, a kind woman pours you a warm cup of tea and shares the whispered stories of the women who came before you—stories of…

🌙 Tonight, we take a slow evening walk through JOMO Town, leading to a warm, inviting bakery where the air is filled with the scent of fresh bread, cinnamon, and butter. As you step inside, the gentle hum of an elderly baker kneading dough, the soft glow of the oven, and the crackle of golden loaves fresh from the heat create an atmosphere of perfect warmth and comfort. You’ll choose a warm…

Tonight, we take a quiet evening walk through JOMO Town, leading to a warm, glowing candle shop tucked between a bookstore and a flower stall. As we step inside, the air is filled with the soothing scent of vanilla, amber, and honeyed spice, and shelves lined with handcrafted candles invite us to explore. We take our time, feeling the smooth wax, reading handwritten labels, and choosing the…

Tonight, we take a quiet evening walk through JOMO Town, leading to a serene lakeside dock where the water shimmers under the stars. As you wrap yourself in a cozy blanket, sip warm chamomile tea, and listen to the gentle lapping of the lake, you’ll feel your breath slow and your mind quieten—inviting you into deep rest. ✨ What to Expect in This Sleep Story: ✔️ Soothing narration to calm the…

“Good vibes only!” “Think positive.” “Positive vibes only.” Heard these lines before? I have heard them way too many times and sometimes they feel forced. You cannot think positive all the time. Negative thoughts, negativity, negative feeling – these are as natural as the sunshine and moonlight. It is okay to have negative feelings, that is what I am saying. Now that that’s been established…

🌙 Step into a world of calm with “A Quiet Bookshop,” a peaceful sleep story from JOMO Sleep Stories. 📖 Tonight, we take a gentle journey through a cozy little bookstore, where the scent of old paper and cedarwood fills the air. As you wander between tall shelves lined with books, you find a soft reading chair by a glowing lamp, a warm book resting in your hands. The quiet flicker of candlelight…

🌙 Ease into deep relaxation with “A Tranquil Tea Ritual,” a peaceful sleep story from JOMO Sleep Stories. 🍵 In this immersive bedtime tale, we take a quiet journey to a cozy Japanese tea house, where the soft glow of lanterns, the scent of steeping tea, and the gentle flicker of candlelight create the perfect setting for calm and deep sleep. As the tea brews slowly, each sip invites you into…

Escape into a peaceful sleep with A Gentle Walk on Sunday, a soothing sleep story designed to help you unwind, relax, and drift into deep rest. Imagine a quiet morning walk along a sunlit path, surrounded by gentle rustling leaves, soft golden light, and a refreshing breeze. This calming narrative guides you through a tranquil journey, easing stress and inviting serenity. 🌿 Perfect for: ✔️…

📖 Welcome to JOMO Sleep Stories – a place for comfort, warmth, and restful nights. Tonight, settle into bed and drift into a cozy dreamscape where the glow of your favorite café surrounds you. The rain gently falls outside as you bake snickerdoodles, brownies, and warm, cheesy breads, filling the air with the comforting scent of cinnamon and butter. As you and your best friend create new treats,…