Night Swim and Morning Sprints

Roses

Last night’s swim session was one of those moments when everything aligned. I had finished work at 5 p.m., had an early dinner—something I’ve learned the hard way not to skip—and headed to the pool with energy to spare. For a long time, I used to train after work on an empty stomach, simply pushing […]

Morning Rituals for a Balanced Life

Morning meditation

Each day begins the same way: a quiet moment, a cup of green tea, and a deep breath. I believe how we start our mornings sets the tone for everything that follows. This is my story—a glimpse into the rituals that help me stay grounded, energised, and inspired. Whether you’re an athlete, a busy professional, […]

5 Books That Shifted My Mindset in My 20s

Books

Your 20s can feel like both a magical adventure and a confusing mess. Between figuring out who you are, what you believe in, and what you want to pursue, it’s easy to feel lost in the noise of it all. For me, books became my compass. At 16, I attended a high school for the […]

A Weekend of Training, Friendship, and Gratitude

Lotus

Wahoo! What a fulfilling weekend it has been. Sometimes, all it takes is a mix of sweat, rain, pizza, and soul-nourishing conversations to feel grounded again. After a brief break, I officially returned to triathlon training this week, and the weekend reminded me why I love this lifestyle so much—not just for the physical progress, […]

Resilience, Rebuilding Strength and Growth

Wild flowers

There’s something meditative about rain. On Thursday evening, I found myself riding through the pouring showers on my motorbike, the cool droplets dancing on my skin. Rather than racing to get out of it, I let the rain soak in. It felt like nature’s own meditation session—grounding, present, and pure. That calmness wasn’t accidental. It’s […]

A Rainy Weekend, A Full Heart

Clouds

It rained a lot on Saturday night in Hatinh, my hometown. In fact, it poured. The kind of heavy rain that turns roads into rivers and whispers quietly of change. By morning, I learned from the news that many farmers had lost their crops to the unexpected flood. Flooding isn’t typical for this time of […]

A Weekend of Warmth, Reflection, and Family Roots

Rose

There’s a unique kind of peace that comes with going home. Not just to a house or a familiar place, but to the heart of where we come from — to the meals that nourish our bodies and souls, the people who’ve watched us grow, and the memories that quietly shape us into who we […]

How Meditation Helped Me Heal and Transform

Butterfly

In our fast-paced world, finding a moment of peace can feel like a luxury. But what if I told you that just a few minutes of mindfulness a day could slowly but surely change your life? For me, mindfulness has been more than a practice—it’s been a lifeline. It all started in 2018, in a […]

A Birthday Note to Self

Green

As I celebrate another trip around the sun, I find myself reflecting on the journey I’ve taken over the past year—a year filled with discovery, creativity, and personal growth. What started as a vague idea has slowly taken shape into something real and meaningful. This is the story of how Sunny Valley, a platform dedicated […]

Embracing the Morning Stillness

Vietnamese tea

The alarm clock buzzed at 4:30 AM. I pulled the curtain aside and peered into the quiet darkness. A gentle rain was falling, painting the world outside with a serene, misty glow. I inhaled deeply, letting the fresh, rain-scented air fill my lungs. In that moment, I felt an overwhelming sense of gratitude just to […]