Day 88 of 90: The Journey That Changed Me

Day 88 feels emotional.

Not because something dramatic happened today – 

but because I can see the entire 90-day journey standing behind me.

When I began, I didn’t fully understand what 90 days of mindfulness would unfold inside me.

I thought it would teach me calm.

I thought it would improve discipline.

I didn’t realise it would change the way I see myself.

The Beginning: Uncertain but Hopeful

In the early days, I was unsure.

Would I stay consistent?

Would I lose motivation?

Would life interrupt me like it always does?

There were days I felt strong.

There were days I felt distracted.

There were days I questioned everything.

But I kept returning.

And that simple act returning became the foundation of this transformation.

The Middle: Real, Messy, Human

The middle of this journey was not poetic.

It was real.

I faced:

• self-doubt

• overthinking

• exhaustion

• family responsibilities

• professional uncertainty

• emotional waves

There were days I wanted to give up.

There were days I felt behind.

But mindfulness didn’t ask me to be perfect.

It asked me to be present.

And presence was enough.

The Shift: Subtle but Powerful

Somewhere along the way, something changed.

I stopped reacting instantly.

I started protecting my peace.

I began listening to my desires instead of postponing them.

I planted seeds for my growth.

I stepped into spaces that once felt intimidating.

I became softer but stronger.

Not loud confidence.

Not forced discipline.

Quiet self-trust.

What This Journey Really Gave Me

This 90-day path didn’t give me perfection.

It gave me awareness.

It didn’t remove challenges.

It changed how I meet them.

It didn’t make me fearless.

It made me willing.

And willingness is powerful.

Standing at Day 88

Now, with just two days left, I don’t feel pressure.

I feel gratitude.

Grateful that I showed up.

Grateful that I continued through ordinary days.

Grateful that I stayed through uncomfortable ones.

Most of all, I am grateful that I proved something to myself:

I can commit.

I can grow.

I can evolve.

Closing Reflection

Day 88 feels like standing on a quiet hill and looking back at the path I walked.

It wasn’t straight.

It wasn’t easy.

But it was mine.

And as I approach Day 90, I realise this isn’t an ending.

It’s evidence.

Evidence that small, consistent, mindful days can change a life.

One breath.

One return.

One honest reflection at a time. 🤍✨

Published by Cinephileanu

Hi, I'm Anu! Originally from the beautiful hills of Uttarakhand (India), I now call Australia home. Moving countries wasn’t an easy journey – it came with its own set of challenges, goodbyes, and growing pains. But it also opened doors to new opportunities, friendships, and personal transformation. This blog is my little space to reflect, express, and share stories from everyday life — whether it's about adjusting to a new culture, lessons from motherhood, reflections on family back home, or just navigating this ever-changing world as a migrant woman. I believe growth happens when we step out of our comfort zones. And even though I miss my roots deeply, I’ve found joy in creating a new version of "home" here in Australia. When I’m not writing, I love relaxing with a coffee, diving into a good book, or enjoying moments with family and friends. ! Thanks for stopping by – I hope you find something here that resonates with you. Feel free to say hello or share your own story — I'd love to connect! 💛

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