My last cylce
Living in Cycles, Not Just Months
No more February dumps – let’s embrace cycle dumps. I’ve realized that my life doesn’t fit neatly into calendar months. It flows in cycles, shaped by my energy, moods, and experiences.
Here’s what fit into just 28 days:
New Beginnings and Creative Energy
This cycle kicked off with a long but totally worth-it trip to Salzburg. It wasn’t spontaneous – it was carefully planned, and I was excited to hold my master’s seminar presentation. It was also a beautiful opportunity to reconnect with my classmates, sharing experiences and perspectives that reminded me why I chose this path in the first place.
The following days were packed with four early shifts in a row. I threw myself into work, helping wherever I could and even stepping into the role of a content creator, filming for our team. It was a new experience, and honestly, I kind of loved it. In between, I tried to keep up with the Handball World Cup, though the early mornings made it hard to watch every match.
Life was all about balancing: work, sushi meetings, and squeezing in some workouts – because why not check all the boxes at once? One of the highlights was picking up a friend from work, going for long walks, and just recharging. Those moments helped me find calm in the chaos, especially after hours of writing my seminar paper. I’m proud to say I successfully submitted it – hell yes!
High Energy and Connection
With the shift to late shifts, I found myself getting picked up afterward. It’s funny how small things mean so much, but getting picked up in the dark is truly my love language – it makes me feel safe and cared for.
Amidst all this, I was also side hustling at my minijob, where I learned a lot about rhetoric and communication. It never ceases to amaze me how much there is to learn when you pay attention. At the same time, I was getting used to my new braces (yay me!). The first day was tough – getting braces and then working an 8-hour shift wasn’t the smartest idea. Eating was suddenly a challenge, and let’s just say snacking is off the table for a while. Hello, unplanned diet.
I was on a workout streak – either 0 times a week or 4 times, no in-between. I also found myself cheering on my friends at their handball games, feeling the team spirit and loving the energy. It was inspiring to see their dedication and passion, which made me reflect on my own journey.
Volunteering continued to bring so much laughter and joy into my life. It’s hard to explain the fulfillment that comes from giving back, but it’s real. And sometimes, it comes with perks – like lasagna as a reward or sweet tea gifts from the people I get to work with.
Reflection and Grounding
I spent hours listening to audiobooks on my way to sales training, grateful for my usual short commute to the gym. Evening walks became my therapy, a way to clear my mind and make sense of the chaos. This phase was all about embracing the writing process for my seminar paper – even when frustration levels were high. I had to remind myself to find joy in the process, not just the outcome.
I made a big decision: taking a break from playing handball. I’m calling it a “creative pause” because that sounds better than quitting. Who knows how long this break will last, but right now, it feels like the right thing to do.
Then came the urge to organize my life. I went through my phone contacts – 421 reduced to 108. It was oddly freeing, like letting go of old chapters to make space for new ones. I also got a new mobile contract, which felt like a major adulting win. Inspired by this wave of responsibility, I decided to quit my minijob to make more time for myself and my master’s thesis. It was a bold move, but I realized I needed the space to focus on my priorities. Also the idea and later on the decision that I will sell my motor bicycle - because I barely use it and I won´t drive it unless I could tell people I drove so they will think I am badass - so also here no more external validation.
Somewhere along the way, I felt the urge to get bunnies – because something fluffy and cute would be nice. But then my friend brought me back to reality with a hilarious reminder: “Yeah, mold is fluffy too, but no, I still don’t want mold as a pet.” Point taken.
The biggest realization of this cycle was that my worth isn’t determined by others. I don’t need to prove myself to anyone. No license or achievement will change who I am at my core. It hit me that so often, we seek acknowledgment from others, chasing validation like it’s the key to happiness. But maybe, just maybe, we should learn to acknowledge ourselves first – by simply deciding we are enough.
Rest and Reset
This cycle ended with three days of pure rest. I just lay in bed, watching snow fall outside. It felt like winter finally showed up, and honestly, it was the perfect excuse to slow down. I also tackled the mountain of clothes on my chair – the one that had been silently judging me for weeks. Cleaning my space felt like cleaning my mind, making room for new beginnings.
Crazy to Think This All Happened in Just 28 Days
Living in cycles feels more natural than fitting life into calendar months. Each phase has its own rhythm, its own lessons. I’m learning to honor these rhythms, to flow with them instead of fighting against them.
Here’s to living, loving, and growing in cycles. Let’s embrace the flow. 💫
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