From the House of Pain

Tagged by Do

1. What are the things you enjoy, even when no one around you wants to go out and play?

• Explore. When I visit a new place, I enjoy exploring the place by myself. It’s always fun going around without knowing exactly where you’re headed or how things will turn out. (Note: this seldom happens since I’m such a planning person)
• Watch a movie. I haven’t done this though since college. I remember watching The Patriot by myself and crying and consoling myself at the same time.
• Run. When you run alone, there’s no one to compete but yourself, which makes it all the more enjoyable. I find it so challenging to run another lap after finishing my standard four laps in our compound in the mornings.
• Working out. I know I’m lazy but once I get the groove, I don’t really need a gym buddy.
• Research. I remember in college, I felt that I am more efficient going to the different libraries and resource centers by myself. I manage my time more effectively and get what I need fast.
• Swim. I just can’t resist the water so it doesn’t matter even if I’m alone.

2. What lowers your stress/blood pressure/anxiety level?

(in no particular order)

• Coffee
• Talking about the problem (with Jerv, with my officemate Cecille or with my sisters)
• A warm hug
• A good laugh
• Mental outline of thoughts

I'm tagging Harry, Chad and Kira.