D(-5) Day
20170130/Monday
Exam went well. Early morning and some tough questions, but overall felt prepared and that my studying was effective.
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On lobsters and uncomfortable messages
While struggling with the new pressures of second year, a friend sent me a video about lobsters and growth. If you are struggling or feeling pressured, I highly recommend the 90sec story. The message of discomfort as a signal for growth has stuck with me. Now, in the final block of second year with a test tomorrow and on the road to Step, I finally feel like I’ve grown into a new shell.
On a well-deserved break (or Course Six: a post-mortem)
Course Six, what a rollercoaster. The end of 2016 has brought about challenges and opportunities for growth in my academics, athletics, and personal life.
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On the end of a long month
November 2016 is finally in the rear-view mirror. It’s been a long and challenging month, but with the solstice ahead and winter break only two weeks away, I can revel in the fact that the grind will pause. So here’s a stream-of-consciousness reflection.
On Starcraft and Jiu-Jitsu
I’ve been playing Starcraft again. A few games a day, short and aggressive study breaks to keep my mind active before I dive back into powerpoints and flashcards. I feel more engaged than scrolling through Facebook, passively consuming clickbait content.
On the rhythms of life and riding the wobble (or the end of my CrossFit Gaspar journey and the start of Jiu Jitsu)
Goodbye CrossFit Gaspar. I love you all.
Hello Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. This going to be a wild ride.
Eugene H Kim 