This past Sunday, our “Make Reflective Thinking A Habit” movement quietly made its debut in a small, intimate corner of Centre Sanaaq. A group of growth-minded individuals gathered to begin something simple—yet unexpectedly powerful.
With pens moving across paper and the scent of Radiance in the air, we launched the first session of Live With Hu’s group journaling practice. The theme was Simple Joy, but what unfolded was anything but surface-level.
As we moved through prompts designed to uncover overlooked sparks of joy, stories began to flow. One participant shared a joyful moment sparked by the smile of a stranger. Another traced a vivid childhood memory that turned out to mirror their current behavior. Someone else offered a glimpse into their vulnerability and insecurities—and what followed was not discomfort, but deep empathy and encouragement from the room.
In those moments, I witnessed something subtle yet deeply human: recognition. Not just of memories, but of shared values, worldviews, and an unspoken sense of self that quietly shapes how we each move through the world.
We discovered that the small things—a cake, a conversation, a glance—aren’t just decorative. They’re clues. And when we follow them with intention, they can lead us back to parts of ourselves we may have lost in the rush.
This is what journaling—when held in structure, in community, and with a guiding thread—can offer. Self-reflection isn’t always easy. It asks us to slow down, look inward, and sometimes face what’s just beneath the surface. But this first session reminded us that it can also be gentle. It can be joyful. It can be unexpectedly moving. And it’s absolutely worth the effort.
The conversations that followed were rich with honesty and resonance. We didn’t solve the question of “Who am I?” in 90 minutes—but we all left a little more attuned, a little more aware, and a little more connected.
This practice is valuable. It deserves to become a habit. In a world that rarely pauses, making time to reflect isn’t just nice—it’s necessary.
If this first session is any indication, this series offers far more than a blank page. It offers clarity, courage, and the rare experience of being fully present—with ourselves and with each other.
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