Energy Management Experiments in High-Intensity Life: Standing Meditation, Framer, and Prototype Thinking

Health and Energy Management: How to Fight Fatigue with Diet, Exercise, and Standing Meditation?

Lately, life has felt like an experiment in finding balance between high-intensity exercise and deliberate relaxation. In terms of diet, I can clearly feel how the ratio of carbs, protein, and vegetables directly affects my emotional stability. A high-carb breakfast tends to cause mood swings, while a balanced lunch provides plenty of energy for the entire afternoon. I’ve started consciously tracking my diet and discovered that combinations with fish, eggs, and vegetables feel the most comfortable.

Exercise is a daily requirement. Besides sticking to half an hour of morning running, I also practice Tai Chi, Baduanjin (Eight Brocades), and standing meditation. Standing meditation, in particular, has a miraculous quality. One evening I stood for two hours, and it felt like sweeping away all the clutter and cache from my brain. I emerged completely refreshed, no longer overly concerned about others’ opinions. Running and walking are my remedies for daily fatigue—with music as company, physical tiredness gets washed away, returning me to a relaxed state that greatly benefits my sleep.

Even so, the body honestly sends its signals. Long hours facing a screen lead to extreme eye fatigue, and sometimes when the schedule is too packed with insufficient rest, my stomach protests too. I realize that depleting your body excessively when young is not worth it. You must learn to cherish yourself, inserting relaxing activities like walks and hydration into the gaps of busyness, protecting your energy.

Immersed in New Tools and Creation: The Joy of Going from 0 to 1, and the Value of “Prototype Thinking”

This week, I dove headfirst into the world of Framer, building a website for a community from scratch. The process was full of challenges and brought tremendous joy. By watching tutorials, collaborating with AI, and constantly exploring on my own, I produced an ugly but personally satisfying prototype within a week.

When I achieved card flip effects, three-dimensional text shadows, and smooth sliding loop animations, that creative rush was truly “super awesome.” I found that I deeply enjoy this process of going from 0 to 1. Whether learning Framer, N8N, or picking up a book to enter a new field, I believe I can always get the basic prototype done first, then iterate step by step. This “prototype thinking” is crucial—it helps us avoid the mental drain of perfectionism and gets us moving.

Of course, the cost of this immersive creation is extremely long screen time. Several times I was teetering on the edge of burnout, eyes utterly exhausted, yet my heart couldn’t stop because of the excitement of creation. Perhaps this is the beauty of creation—finding that sweet spot between limited energy and unlimited possibility.

Learning and Reflection: Collaborating with AI Teachers and the Necessity of Building a Personal Platform

Besides project creation, I’m also balancing coursework. When studying courses like electromagnetism, I’ve found that collaborating with AI teachers is an excellent approach. I can ask follow-up questions anytime without worrying if the question is “stupid,” and this instant feedback makes learning very enjoyable.

In reflection, I realized I need to allocate dedicated time blocks for different types of tasks. When studying, I should focus, not switch between different apps and drain my attention. Similarly, I should set fixed times to process information rather than being someone who’s always reachable.

Additionally, through a conversation with a senior mentor, I realized the importance of establishing a personal blog or channel. Having a platform to showcase your work and thoughts not only attracts like-minded people but also greatly reduces communication costs when building trust and connections, making value exchange more efficient.

Interpersonal Interactions and Reflections: Boundaries, Openness, and Reconsidering “Expectations”

Life becomes rich through human connections. This week, I participated in book clubs, had in-depth coffee chats with friends, and interacted with classmates in various courses and activities. I really enjoy the feeling of eating and chatting with friends, discussing everything from running to life, from mothers to financial freedom—all interesting topics.

In dealing with different people, I’ve observed many things. Some people are sharp and capable, requiring multiple collaborations to build genuine rapport; some can seamlessly switch topics with anyone, navigating with ease; others, accustomed to fragmented information, struggle to focus. This taught me that I can’t apply the same standards to everyone. Having too high expectations of others sometimes hurts yourself. Staying open, communicating sincerely, while setting your own boundaries—that’s probably the healthier approach.