For breakfast, I have two raw beaten eggs in a glass of hot milk. I never eat dessert. My nail polish is transparent. I never wear stockings or underclothes because I think it is important to breathe freely. I wash my hair everyday and I am always brushing it. Every morning I walk across my apartment rolling an empty soda bottle between my ankles, in order to preserve my balance.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker details strict personal habits focused on health, freedom, and maintaining physical form.
- In plain terms
- She follows a specific routine to stay healthy and beautiful.
- What can you take from it?
- Small daily habits build a desired lifestyle.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What daily habits define your discipline?
- Are you willing to sacrifice comfort for appearance?
Another view
Strict routines can become burdensome over time.
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