For anyone who’s ever felt like they’re floating through life instead of really living it—this is a reflection on grounding yourself, even when you feel miles away.

Not every run needs a finish line. Not every hobby needs a goal. And not everything has to be optimized.

We’re obsessed with sharing, reposting, and reacting, but how often do we actually create? Is curating playlists, collecting aesthetic objects, and archiving our memories online enough? Or do we owe it to ourselves to create something instead?