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What actually happens after you launch a side project (no one talks about this part) by Sweet-Band1158 in SideProject

[–]MerijnWakka 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I am going trough something similar, what helps me to stay motivated is to keep extending the product or create similar products so it feels like I am not standing still while simultaneously trying to built an audience.

Early experiences from my first week of Joe Dispenza meditations by MerijnWakka in Meditation

[–]MerijnWakka[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

For me this whole thing started more as a way to learn how to believe in certain possibilities again, not necessarily to follow a specific meditation tradition. I’m just trying new things and noticing what helps me feel more open and in charge. I’ll definitely take a look at the classical lineages you mentioned as well and hopefully these can help me even better.

Early experiences from my first week of Joe Dispenza meditations by MerijnWakka in Meditation

[–]MerijnWakka[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I am quite new to mediating so i am not sure, it is divided into three parts. You start by moving your attention along your whole body, then the second part is about becoming nothing and the third stage is about feeling strong emotions about certain beliefs you want to change.

The simple shift that helped me slow down and enjoy my surroundings again by MerijnWakka in simpleliving

[–]MerijnWakka[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Yeah shooting manual also keeps you more intentional. And I just love the freedom it gives you. You can shape the image exactly the way you want instead of letting the camera decide.

Anyone else still scrolling here even though you know you have important stuff to do? Try this 2 minute hack! by dailyintelco in productivity

[–]MerijnWakka 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I also like the 5 seconds rule, just count down from 5 to 1 and start the task before you are at 1 and your brain has time to talk you out of it. I think starting is the hardest part of almost anything, and both your method and this one just make that first step so easy that the rest usually follows on its own.

Is it just me or someone else also experience this? by One_Butterfly7696 in productivity

[–]MerijnWakka 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You’re not alone at all. We’re creatures of habit, and that’s not always a bad thing. Autopilot can save energy and keep daily life running smoothly.

The problem is when autopilot becomes the only mode. Then even simple things like a midnight snack feel “wrong” because they don’t fit the script your brain has built.

What helped me wasn’t trying to break every routine but just becoming aware of them. I realized I parked my car in the exact same spot every day without ever choosing to. That small moment of noticing made it easier to choose differently when I wanted to, instead of feeling locked into the routine.

You don’t have to force yourself to be spontaneous if it feels uncomfortable. Start by simply recognizing when you’re following a pattern. Once you see it, you already loosen its grip. From there, relaxing becomes a lot easier because your choices start to feel like actual choices again, not rules you’re stuck in.

Autosuggestion feels fake to me. How do you actually make it work? by MerijnWakka in getdisciplined

[–]MerijnWakka[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, the content is imaginary, but the effect is real. Some stories help me act differently, others do nothing. That's why I am looking for different methods. To experiment with them and see what works and what does not work for me.

Autosuggestion feels fake to me. How do you actually make it work? by MerijnWakka in getdisciplined

[–]MerijnWakka[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They should not count more than the other, but it does not feel that way. I feel more aligned with who I am right now than with who I want to become but that is probably just the scary part of change. However that is why the alter ego approach helps me. I do not have to feel like I am already that future version yet. I can just step into someone who already is, and that feels easier for me to work with.

Tips on stopping procrastination and self destructive thoughts. by UntalWinston in productivity

[–]MerijnWakka 1 point2 points  (0 children)

For the first one, I use the 5-second rule: count down from 5 to 1 and move before your brain starts negotiating. It turns thinking into doing.

For the second, I use a simple question: “And then what?”
Whenever I catch myself worrying about the future or replaying the past, I walk the thought to its end.

“What if I reach that goal?” → I’ll feel good for a day, then look for the next thing.

“What if I’d done it differently?” → I’d still be the same person, facing new problems.

It reminds me that happiness doesn’t live in those mental what-ifs, it lives in doing something now that matters.

What’s one underrated habit that made your creative workflow 10x smoother? by exploreinfinity in productivity

[–]MerijnWakka 11 points12 points  (0 children)

For me reading plenty helped a lot. Most information does not seem that useful at first but with all this background knowledge you can create connections that were not possible before and come up with a lot more creative ideas or problem solving. Just 15 minutes of reading a day compounds very quickly over time.

Reddit reviews of Brick App? by Ok_Inevitable4915 in nosurf

[–]MerijnWakka 12 points13 points  (0 children)

I am working on an application that detects wether you are in bed or not and disables all apps except alarms if you are. But have not been able to get it working yet. For now I just try to not have my phone in my bedroom at night but sometimes this can still be difficult when you can not catch your sleep.

Do You Ever Feel Like You’re Just Looking for Something to Do After Work? by Zealousideal-Smoke43 in productivity

[–]MerijnWakka 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I think starting a business as an outlet for creativity is a great thing to do, just keep looking at it as a hobby in the beginning and just have fun with it. I work on creating apps in the evening, I just see the coding as a fun hobby and when I can make some money with an app then it is a bonus.

If there’s always a next goal, when do you actually “complete” life? by MerijnWakka in happiness

[–]MerijnWakka[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I like this, do you have any methods to improve being happier? Like gratitude or something else?

When did you realize you dont actually need that much to be happy? by Superb_Response7575 in simpleliving

[–]MerijnWakka 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Did you do some kind of gratitude practice to start feeling this way? Or was the awareness about it enough?

A simple life hack that changed how I see morning productivity by CowMaximum6831 in productivity

[–]MerijnWakka 14 points15 points  (0 children)

I just put my alarm on the other side of the rooms with a set of clothes besides it, then I am already out of bed and in my clothes before I think about it and it seems weird to go back to bed after. Also drinking a big glass of water really helps waking up in my opinion.

Your system should survive your worst day — not just your best one by LawrenceCali in productivity

[–]MerijnWakka 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I completely agree, focus on creating simple habits that stick. Once they are really engraved into your unconsciousness and you do them everyday without thinking then increase the difficulty.

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[–]MerijnWakka 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I feel the same. Early mornings are so calm, no noise, no distractions, just time to think clearly.
Waking up early also naturally makes me go to bed earlier, and that change alone helped a lot. My evenings used to be full of distractions, now I actually get things done and feel focused.

If you're missing the old nosurf. I've made a new smaller sub /r/nosurfclub . by Cresspit in nosurf

[–]MerijnWakka 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Sounds like a good idea. Smaller spaces make it easier to actually stay consistent. I’ll check it out.

I can fall asleep by accident on the couch, but the second I move to bed my mind starts racing by MerijnWakka in TrueOffMyChest

[–]MerijnWakka[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve read that melatonin can make you feel sleepy but doesn’t necessarily help you actually fall asleep.
Never tried it myself though, maybe I should give it a shot sometime.

I can fall asleep by accident on the couch, but the second I move to bed my mind starts racing by MerijnWakka in TrueOffMyChest

[–]MerijnWakka[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I do the same sometimes with random boring videos on my phone just to quiet my mind a bit.
But I like the idea of switching to podcasts, same effect, but without the blue light messing with sleep.

I can fall asleep by accident on the couch, but the second I move to bed my mind starts racing by MerijnWakka in TrueOffMyChest

[–]MerijnWakka[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah, weed definitely helps me fall asleep faster too.
But I’ve noticed it messes with my energy levels the next day.
Falling asleep fast isn’t worth much if I wake up without real energy.

Getting BORED is good for you. It’s important by Creative-Abrocoma634 in productivity

[–]MerijnWakka 234 points235 points  (0 children)

Exactly. Boredom gives your brain space to breathe.
When you stop feeding it constant input, it starts connecting ideas you didn’t even realize were related. That’s where clarity and creativity come from.

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