Happy midweek, Hilom fam. Today we explore two stories about choosing gentle routines. Filipino Gen Zs are joining the “great lock in” trend, using small daily habits to build discipline without burning out. Then we look at the rise of cosy hobbies like crochet and pottery, giving young people a quiet break from online noise. Both stories remind us that healing does not have to be loud. It can be slow and soft and steady.

This Day’s Good Vibes ✨

Discipline done the gentle way

The “great lock in” trend on TikTok is all about committing to small habits that create big shifts. Filipino Gen Zs track their routines for fitness, studying, finances or healing. It is less about perfection and more about choosing yourself in small daily ways. Growth with kindness. Not pressure.

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Gen Z finding comfort in slow, creative crafts

Around the world, young people are turning to crochet, knitting, pottery and drawing as a way to slow down. These hobbies lower stress, help with focus and provide a calm alternative to endless scrolling. Soft hands. Quiet minds. Creativity as a gentle rebellion.

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