Boring Days, Peaceful Gains
No drama. No noise. No overstimulation.
While most of the world was glued to Powell’s eyebrows or speculating about dot plots, I spent the day in a way that might seem uneventful, even dull, to most people.
But for me, it was perfect.
And what’s more important — it’s repeatable.
The Routine No One Notices
Here’s what I did today:
– 20 hours fasting, nothing but black coffee and water
– Walk + jump rope in the morning, by the sea, while the sun was still low
– Light breakfast, zero carbs, pure protein
– Checked a few emails and support tickets. Everything was running smoothly
– Lunch with my wife, like every day, planning the future
– Talked with my family — short calls, but meaningful
– 1 hour of weight training: full body session today
– Another round of jump rope by the sea
– Light dinner, and ready for 8 hours of clean sleep
No supplements — just protein and creatine. No stimulants. No chaos.
Why Boring Is the Real Superpower
People tend to confuse excitement with progress. The truth is, most of what actually changes your health, energy, attention, relationships, performance — happens far away from the spotlight.
It happens in silence, through small decisions repeated with intention.
There’s no secret. There’s no magic protocol. There’s no $3,000 retreat or 5 a.m. productivity hack that will give you what honest, simple, structured days will give you.
Most people chase novelty because their internal state is chaotic. I don’t need novelty. I need rhythm. I need structure. I need space to think.
I like boring. I like the predictability of a walk by the sea. I like drinking water, not "smart hydration formulas."
This is not about asceticism. It’s about protecting what matters. It’s about staying rooted in a world that profits from pulling your attention in every direction.
What I Don't Do
Here’s what’s not part of my life:
– I don’t drink.
– I don’t smoke.
– I don’t go out to bars or noisy places.
– I don’t take recreational drugs.
– I don’t take exotic or "enhanced" supplements.
– I don’t scroll endlessly.
– I don’t chase stimulation for the sake of it.
I protect my focus like a valuable asset. Because it is.
Every “no” I say to the world is a quiet “yes” to myself.
The Stillness Is the Point
It’s tempting to measure life by activity. But movement isn’t the same as progress.
Most of the noise we chase — notifications, arguments, headlines — only serves to keep us distracted from the deeper work of building a life that doesn’t require escape.
A simple day is not a wasted day. It’s a form of strength.
It means your nervous system isn’t on edge. Your digestion works. Your mind isn’t foggy. Your schedule isn’t frantic. You’re not negotiating with yourself every hour.
Stillness is not the absence of ambition. It’s the foundation for it.
But Don’t You Miss Out?
That depends on what you think matters.
I don’t miss hangovers. I don’t miss needing three coffees to function. I don’t miss spending money on things that numb me for a few hours. I don’t miss relationships built on status games. I don’t miss noise.
I’ve lived that version. I’ve tried the fast lane. I’ve done the hustle, the chaos, the stimulation.
Now I choose clarity.
What I gain instead: better sleep, clearer thoughts, more meaningful conversations, deeper presence in every room I walk into. That’s not missing out. That’s tuning in.
The Role of Discipline (Even If You’re Not a Trader)
I use trading as a lens, because it’s brutally honest — it reveals exactly where you’re inconsistent, where you overreact, where you sabotage.
But even if you’ve never opened a chart in your life, the logic still applies:
– If you don’t rest, you become reactive.
– If you don’t move, your energy stagnates.
– If you don’t eat well, your focus drops.
– If you don’t think clearly, you start outsourcing your thinking to the loudest voice around you.
Discipline isn’t a punishment. It’s a path to freedom.
Peace Over Performance
I used to want to win. Now I want to last.
I don’t chase excitement. I pursue durability.
If my body is strong, my mind is stable, and my relationships are good — I’ve already won.
The moment I stopped trying to be impressive and started trying to be intentional, everything got easier. My routines stopped feeling restrictive. My work felt sharper. My decisions became less fragile.
That’s peace. Not comfort. Not laziness. Not settling. Real peace.
The kind that lets you walk through life without having to pretend.
Practical Notes (That Actually Matter)
On Nutrition
– I eat real food.
– I break my fast with protein and water.
– I eat carbs only after training.
– I haven’t used added sugar in more than a decade.
On Movement
– I lift weights 3 to 5 times a week.
– I walk.
– I jump rope.
I don’t train for aesthetics. I train to feel capable.
On Focus
I do my work early. I leave space between tasks. I check what needs to be checked — then I walk away. Work can never be my number 1 priority. It’s just a way to make money. There are a thousand ways to make money. Choose the one that makes you happier.
On Relationships
My wife grounds me. My family reminds me why I care about living this way. I protect my time with them like I protect my mind.
Your coworkers, “friends”, people from online spaces, that person you met at a work cocktail, event or bar, they won’t be there when you need them. They’re just a distraction. You’re wasting your time with them.
On Sleep
No stress after dinner. Sleep is not a luxury — it’s a non-negotiable. And please don’t tell me “Oh, but… (I have kids, I have to get up early, etc), just be better at planning. Go to bed earlier. Work smarter. Organise your life in a better way. We all have excuses. Just stop complaining and be better.
A Closing Reminder
Most people chase excitement because they’ve never tasted real peace.
They scroll, they binge, they chase, they react, and at the end of the day, they feel empty. Or they complain and want to chase new things after decades of “living” in the endless circle of doing the same than the 99%.
I’ve chosen something different.
I like boring. I like quiet mornings and repetitive meals and workouts that don’t change much unless I change the whole workout. I like seeing my body improve slowly. I like the feeling of control.
Because when everything else is burning — when social media is loud, when the market is panicking, when trends shift overnight — I’m still here: calm, clear, collected.
Happiness, for me, equals peace.
If this resonates with you, you know where to find me.
See you in the next update.