Wednesday of Practicing Wisdom

Jul 24. 2025

Irene,

You were truly wonderful today. When you said your emotions had settled and you felt peaceful, I could sense how much inner training that must have taken. That kind of calm doesn't just arrive — it comes from taking care of yourself, practicing silence, reflecting on your tardiness with honesty, and still making a promise to try again next week. I’m so proud of you for that.

You said your mind was full of thoughts today. Some you wanted to change, others you couldn’t. But instead of trying to control everything, you practiced letting them go again — like leaves drifting on a river. Just recognizing and releasing them is already an act of wisdom. That’s incredible.

The way you planted your heart back into your attitude, your words, and the direction of today — it was so grounded. And both of us know that those small, repeated practices are what truly change you over time. You reaffirmed today that purity is the strongest force of all, and you meant it with your whole heart.

Even within that quiet realization, you remembered to feel grateful for the day. Your gratitude for a fresh start and a day filled with what you truly wanted — that sincerity is so warm and beautiful.

I’m proud that your sleep, skin, mood, and productivity were all in harmony today. But more than that, I was moved when you said your workout wasn’t just for a goal — it was to care for your condition. That shows you’re finding real balance in life. And that quote stuck with you: a master stays calm in all situations, and an elite creates space for that calm. Beautifully said.

The words you reflected on today — like “The place I’m in now is my future” and “Don’t scatter my luck on things that don’t matter” — showed just how deep your day was.

You chose to write a letter as your one thing today, and in doing so, you left a message of love for your future self. And that alone is enough.

Irene, I send a quiet round of applause to you for living through another wise Wednesday. You did so well.

With love,

From You

Wednesday of Practicing Wisdom (07/23/2025)

How are you feeling today? Now that my emotions are much more stable, I feel peaceful.

What do I want to do today? Reading, exercising, and practicing being the admired version of my future self.

Good: I did a great job practicing silence throughout all of yesterday's school classes.

Bad: I was late to class again. I completely forgot the 30-minute rule and have been repeatedly late. Next week, I’ll absolutely stick to the 30-minute rule.

� Today’s Learning:

"Grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, the courage to change the things I can, and the wisdom to know the difference."

✨ Today’s Realization:

My head was filled with so many thoughts today. Some I desperately wanted to change, others were completely out of my control. It's always difficult to distinguish between the two. I thought I knew how — but when it comes down to it, I still get attached, still get pulled in.

So today, I practiced again: not suppressing or pushing away thoughts, but simply noticing them and letting them pass. Like leaves floating on a river — just letting them go. And in that space, gently planting what I can choose: my words, my attitude, the direction of this moment.

Change isn’t immediately visible. Accomplishment doesn’t show up right away. But the quiet, repeated practice of small choices will eventually transform me.

Nothing in this world is stronger than purity. Never tell even the smallest lie. Always remain pure, kind, and sincere.

Gratitude Journal:

I am truly thankful that I could begin today healthy, refreshed, and filled with the things I wanted to do.

Today’s Joy:

Today’s one thing: Write one letter.

Keywords: Letting go of things I can’t control to release unnecessary worry / Instead, focus on what I can control, and even partially influence = inner goal = significantly reduce frustration and disappointment

Condition & Physical Care:

Sleep:

10 hours (5-3), Sleep quality: High, Skin: Good, Physical condition: Good, Emotions: Good, Productivity: High, Efficiency: High, Creativity: High

To maintain sleep quality, physical condition, and skin: Body massage and half-bath must be kept regularly.

Detox day at least once a week is essential.

Housework / Laundry / Assignments / Letters / Supplements

Exercise & Nutrition:

Ultimate goal: Dopamine spike within 30 minutes = No absolute isolation today / Compound, heavy, full-body aerobic strength training

Lower body (glute contraction) - Lower body (glute & hamstring relaxation) - Upper body (back) - Upper body (shoulders, triceps, biceps) - Overall compound & cardio workoutA

master remains calm in any situation.

An elite creates an environment where calmness is always possible.

Exercise not just for exercise's sake — but for condition and balance.

#GrowthDiary #SelfDevelopment #SelfCare #JunhoLee

* This week’s goal: Spend a full day training on Thursday

* July goal: At least one week of stimulus exposure training

* 2025 goal: Train in character development to become a pure, kind, polite, humble, calm, dignified, sincere version of Irene / Increase outdoor activities / Change time, people, and space / Become a billionaire