Read that post the same way as coleman.anthony and was ready to call the cops. His panic is totally valid given your word choice. The actual photos sound like a cool way to see the city wake up though.

Actually, I found I use my phone more for fun stuff now, not less. The mindless scrolling just replaced the work stress for me. Still trying to find that balance, honestly.

Totally agree, @patricia_knight, body scans saved my sanity after long shifts too, and that Insight Timer series is a gem.

Try storing a five-pound bag of rice in a jar sometime. You'll run out of shelf space before you run out of groceries. The jar method works best for dry goods, not bulk purchases.

Have you tried incorporating a daily probiotic a week or two before your trip to kinda prep your gut? I mean, I started doing that and it made a noticeable difference, but idk, maybe it's just me. On the ground, I always scope out the simplest, steamed option first, like plain couscous or grilled meat, to test the waters before the spicier bites. Carrying those little packets of ginger or papaya enzyme supplements can be a lifesaver when tea isn't handy. It's really about strategic sampling rather than going all in on day one.