Pause & Rethink

  Sleep is not just something our body needs—it’s a safe place. It helps us escape from a world that feels too busy, too loud, or too heavy. When being awake feels hard, sleep gives us peace. When we sleep, we don’t have to be anyone or do anything. There are no jobs to finish, no roles to play. Sleep lets us rest without pressure. It’s a quiet space where we can just be ourselves. For people who feel tired inside or sad, sleep is not laziness—it’s a way to survive. It helps us heal without needing to talk or explain. In sleep, we are accepted, even when we feel broken. Dreams also give us freedom. In dreams, time and rules don’t matter. We can meet people we miss or imagine new things. Dreams let us feel close to parts of life we’ve lost or never had. Sometimes, choosing sleep is a way to say “no” to the world. When everything feels too much, sleep is the only place where we don’t have to fight or prove anything. Old stories say sleep and death are like brothers. Sleep...

            Today, many people don’t have real hobbies anymore. Instead of doing something creative or fun, they often just watch shows or scroll through social media. These things are easy, but they don’t make us feel proud or happy in a deep way.            One reason hobbies are disappearing is because we don’t get bored like we used to. In the past, boredom made people try new things—like drawing, building, or writing. Now, when we feel bored, we quickly grab our phones or watch something online. This stops us from being curious or making something with our own hands.            Even though we’re always busy, we often feel empty. We do a lot, but it doesn’t feel meaningful. We keep consuming content, but we don’t create or explore. Over time, this can make us feel lost or unsure about what we really enjoy.            Another problem is t...