First month of 2025 is almost done...

Hi everyone, it’s Rraine! 

It feels like it’s been an eternity since I wrote a blog post. The nostalgia's unreal. 

I used to love writing about my everyday adventures, but life got busy, and let’s be real—fancy blogging platforms aren’t exactly budget-friendly when you’re broke like me. For my website, I’ve been using Carrd, which is super handy, but sadly, it doesn’t have a blog feature. So here I am, dipping my toes back into the blogging world, and it feels so good to be writing again.

As the first month of 2025 wraps up, I can’t help but reflect on how fast it flew by. 

What about you? How has your January been? 

Did it feel like a whirlwind or a slow start? 

Did you experience anything new or surprising? 

For me, it's been busy. A little messy but in the best way. Even though I’ve had a lot on my plate, I’ve been reminding myself that doing my best is enough.

One of the highlights of my month was finally doing a proper costrial (cosplay trial) after what feels like ages! I even got to post the photos, which made me feel like I’m getting back into my creative groove. I also started creating reels and vertical content again since I’ve returned to streaming. There’s something so satisfying about being productive like this. It’s been a lot of work, but I’ve planned out my content schedule to include a one-week rest every month. I’ve learned the hard way that burnout is no joke, and taking time off is essential.

Speaking of rest, here’s your friendly PSA: If you feel like you’re on the edge of burnout, give yourself a break. You’re not a machine. Taking a step back doesn’t mean you’re failing—it means you care about your well-being. 

Let’s normalize rest as a part of productivity, okay?

Now I want to hear from you! Let’s keep this conversation going. 

How has your start to 2025 been? 

Have you had any small wins, creative breakthroughs, or moments of joy this month? 

Or maybe it’s been a tough start—either way, I’d love to know. Drop your thoughts, stories, or even just a quick hello in the comments below.  💬

See you in my next entry. xx

-rraine