#273 Choosing to love yourself and becoming the person you love

Early rising has become a source of confidence.

Shin-kun has been waking up early for many years, but he explains that it isn't just about health—it stems from the fact that he "doesn't like the version of himself that lounges around." By completing chores and working out during the quiet hours before his family wakes up, he starts his day with a sense of accomplishment, which serves as a vital step in staying true to himself.

I re-evaluated the time I was spending on YouTube.

Seeing his daughter engrossed in short-form videos made Shin-kun stop and reflect. He realized he might be losing time to his smartphone unconsciously and decided to take the bold step of reducing his YouTube screen time. The extra time gained for chores and cleaning brought him an unexpected sense of mental clarity.

I value being my authentic self.

He mentions that he makes a conscious effort to "not lie to himself," even when no one is watching, by avoiding things like maintaining anonymous social media accounts or speaking ill of others behind their backs. The conversation then deepens into concrete approaches for navigating workplace relationships and cherishing those closest to him, but you will have to listen to the full episode to hear the rest.