Lily Cheng struggled to motivate herself during weekends and college breaks.Implementing a point system into her daily life helped her create new, healthier habits.She earned points by doing tasks she didn't want to do, which she could "spend" on fun activities.This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Lily Cheng, 21, a game design student and YouTuber who lives in New York. The following has been edited for length and clarity.For the past year, I've been using a point system to motivate myself to get things done. It's helped me stick to healthy habits and allow myself to rest without guilt.I have a busy schedule and there's a lot I want to fit in. I'm a college student who interns and works a part-time job. I also make fan art that I sell at conventions, I'm designing an indie video game, and I make lifestyle content on YouTube and Instagram.My routine varies a lot, and I find that when I have the structure of a work shift or class, I'm productive. But on school breaks and at weekends, I find it difficult to get myself to do anything.During winter break in 2023, I was feeling really unmotivated. It was hard for me to get even the most simple things done, like cooking or getting out of bed. I was stuck in a negative cycle where I never properly relaxed or treated myself to nice things because I felt guilty about being unproductive, which meant I stayed unmotivated. Lily Cheng bases how many points she gets for something on how motivated she feels in the moment. Lilly Cheng I could get myself to do things if it led to a rewardOne day, as I was scrolling through social media, I came across a video that was titled something like: "How to make your life like a video game." I didn't even watch it, but it sparked an idea: I could motivate myself to do the simple things I was struggling with, like getting out of bed, if it meant that in the future, I might reward myself with something.I designed and implemented a system for my daily life where I get points for doing things I don't want to do. I then get to use those points to do things I enjoy that cost money. For example, at the start when I was really unmotivated, I'd give myself 50 points for taking a shower and cleaning my room. I'd then "spend" those points on going to a caf, which might cost 30 points, or thrifting, which might cost 100.My recording system is just updating a number on a document. It's simple, so it's easy to maintain. Cheng used the point system to motivate herself to exercise more. Lily Cheng The system gave me the motivation to create new habitsThe point system has helped me create and stick to healthy habits too.It gave me the motivation to change my lifestyle, which led to new habits over time. After a while, I no longer needed the points as motivation to cook instead of eating out, or wake up early.Points are based on how motivated I feel to do something in the moment. If I'm feeling particularly in the mood to clean my apartment one day, I won't get any points for doing it. But if I've been lying in bed all day on my phone, I might give myself 30 points for getting up and having a shower.One habit I really wanted to build was going to the gym regularly. There was a period in my life when I went twice a day, but I had pretty much stopped going by January 2023. I was struggling to get back into it because I didn't have as much time or energy to spend on hitting my muscle-building and weight goals, and it made me feel discouraged.The point system rewarded me for simply showing up to the gym, which not only helped me rebuild the habit, but also to develop a healthier mindset around exercise. It helped me see that going to do something active is worthwhile regardless of the result. The point system helped Cheng realize that she gets more done in a day than she previously thought. Lily Cheng Tracking what I do in a day has helped me achieve a better work-life balanceUsing the point system has helped me achieve a better work-life balance. Tracking the sometimes-mundane tasks I do made me realize that I tend to do more than I think I do.In the past, I often unknowingly overworked but couldn't fully enjoy moments of rest or reward like eating out with friends or going shopping. I didn't feel like I had earned them.Now that I track my work more closely, I feel guilt-free about spending money or time on non-work-related activities because I know it helps me stay motivated to get my work done.

Shadow's Dessert Shop / NEMEArchitectsSave this picture! Chengqiang HuangRetail InteriorsFoshan, ChinaArchitects: NEME Studio ArchitectsAreaArea of this architecture projectArea:73 mYearCompletion year of this architecture project Year: 2024 PhotographsPhotographs:Chengqiang Huang, Mincong Deng Lead Architects: Huang Chengqiang, Deng Mincong More SpecsLess SpecsSave this picture!Text description provided by the architects. OVERVIEW - Located next to Midea's headquarters in Beijiao New City, Shunde, "Shunde ALSO" aims to create a new neighborhood that feels like a spiritual sanctuary within reach. The store faces southwest, with a wide street in front that connects to the side entrance of the He Art Museum. This open, flat space, surrounded by tall buildings, feels like a valley. All year round, sunlight shines directly on this area from morning to evening, providing plenty of brightness. However, the intense sunlight in Guangdong also brings challenges, with its long hours, scorching heat, and high temperatures.Save this picture!Save this picture!PROCESSING - At TATI, we believe that "the most precious ingredient is time." Through our discussions, we realized the many facets of sunlight. In Lingnan, sunlight is strong and enduring, often leading people to seek shade. Yet, its changing angles mark the passage of seasons and the cycle of day and night, making the flow of time tangible.Save this picture!Save this picture!The ingredients for our desserts are nurtured by the sun, and the sweetness of sugar is nature's gifta reward from photosynthesis. This reminded us of hot summer afternoons, sitting under a longan tree in the courtyard, enjoying bowls of green bean soup. The dense canopy provides cool, refreshing shade, while scattered patches of sunlight create a serene sense of time passing.Save this picture!Save this picture!We introduced the concept of "dappled tree shadows" into the space. By filtering sunlight, the design creates a seamless connection between indoors and outdoors, establishing a unified atmosphere. This approach also addresses practical challenges, such as the narrow corners created by architectural structures and equipment, which previously fragmented the space. At the same time, the strong spatial blocks offer a distinct brand identity, bridging the philosophy of food with the continuity of spatial design.Save this picture!Save this picture!In the morning, sunlight gently touches the gravel and chairs, gradually illuminating the space as shadows on the walls become defined. By afternoon, sunlight reflects off the desserts, making them glisten, while the lively murmur of conversations fills the air. As the day progresses, the light softens and shadows stretch, until the warm glow of indoor lighting replaces the setting sun, extending the narrative of the space into the evening.Save this picture!Save this picture!Project gallerySee allShow lessProject locationAddress:Foshan, ChinaLocation to be used only as a reference. It could indicate city/country but not exact address.About this officePublished on January 25, 2025Cite: "Shadow's Dessert Shop / NEMEArchitects" 25 Jan 2025. ArchDaily. Accessed . <https://www.archdaily.com/1025999/shadows-dessert-shop-nemearchitects&gt ISSN 0719-8884Save? / You've started following your first account!Did you know?You'll now receive updates based on what you follow! Personalize your stream and start following your favorite authors, offices and users.Go to my stream

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Ender Magnolia: Bloom in the Mist is the much-anticipated sequel to Ender Lilies: Quietus of the Knight. The sequel builds upon what made the original such a memorable experience and offers smoother combat, and overall better level design. While it's far from being the hardest Metroidvania out there, some players might still find it a bit challenging, especially at the early levels.

Undisputed has exited Early Access and is now fully launched on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S. While it still has its issues online, it's a far better experience offline with punches having more weight and impact. It's the only boxing simulation since 2011's Fight Night Champion and it's a worthy contender among boxing greats like Sega's Greatest Heavyweights and Evander Holyfield's Real Deal Boxing.