It’s a new day! Lately, I’ve been getting hooked on reading novels again. It’s amazing how written words can whisk you away from reality and let you imagine yourself living in the story. No matter how heavy my personal feelings are about what’s happening in the world and in my own life, reading fiction is still my go-to escape. It helps me set stress aside, even just for a while.
There’s so much happening around us right now. Every time I go on social media like Facebook, Instagram, or YouTube, it feels like the same cycle of stress all over again. I’ve tried scrolling longer, hoping to find inspiration or something that could make me feel better, but nothing ever came close to what I truly needed.
One piece of news that was especially hard for me was learning about Charlie Kirk’s assassination. I didn’t know him personally, but I knew of his work as a firm Christian believer who never failed to share about life, love, and living for Christ. What hurt the most was seeing people celebrate his death just because they held different views. How can people be so cruel?
On top of that, I’ve been reading updates about the chaos in Nepal, where the people resorted to violence to they can be heard because of inequality and corruption. The same kind of unrest is happening in Indonesia. I’m just thankful that nothing as violent is going on here in the Philippines. Still, corruption is something we deeply struggle with, too, maybe even worse. It’s frustrating to watch leaders act as if they care when, in reality, some are guilty of the very things they condemn. They blame each other, play the victim, and nothing seems to change. I don’t want to get too political about this since I don’t fully understand everything, but I pray that one day justice will finally be served.
For now, I’ve decided to keep my social media accounts deactivated. Not because I want to ignore reality, but because I need to clear my head and grow stronger. It’s my way of protecting my peace and not drowning in the constant noise. (Read my post about Digital Minimalism here.)
Maybe I’m rambling, but that’s really how it’s been for me. My mind feels as chaotic as the world outside. But even in the middle of it all, I’m learning to step back, breathe, and choose what brings me calm. And that gives me hope. Because if I can find peace in little things like a good book or a quiet moment, then maybe we all can. The world will always have its chaos, but we don’t have to let it steal our joy. Every day is a new chance to choose hope, to keep going, and to believe that better days are still ahead.
How about you? In the middle of all the noise and chaos, what helps you find peace and hope?
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