Embrace Being Self-Centered

Feeling hurt. Feeling broken. Knowing dreams won't happen. Needing to live with pain. How can I say I can't hang out more? I keep getting hurt. It's like a cycle I know I shouldn't repeat, but hope lingers. Things won't progress unless I align thoughts and actions.

I'm stuck in a pit, not wanting to leave, yet yearning for freedom. I'm not doing anything to escape. I'm lost in my thoughts — seeing things the way I want. I only look for signs that support my beliefs. I need to move forward. Ussop, when you want something, do it your way. Remember, pressure makes people do foolish things, thinking it's bravery. They fool themselves.

Ussop, as days pass, challenges come. You've put yourself in unwanted spots, and difficulties arise one by one. Deal with them to show you're strong.

You're making progress: hitting the gym, coming to work early, having breakfast. These are things the old me wished for and made happen. Now, add these three goals:

• Get work done at the workplace itself.
• Make time to journal more.
• Drink 3 liters of water.

This present Ussop needs new goals and must work diligently towards them.