For the first time since originally arriving at Bucknell, I have had to create a new routine. Specifically, I have had to create a routine that revolves around me completing my goals. Sydney has been a very easy place to adapt to because of the unique culture in the city. I believe that the culture of the city has assisted me in building my routine. There are several things that stand out to me as distinct and special traits which the people of Sydney display. The first being the willingness to help others. Earlier in the week I was attempting to progress in my 10 mile a week goal. However, due to circumstances I had my backpack with me and did not want to run with my computer. I was at Bondi beach and was preparing to do the Bondi to Coogee beach run. The beach is close to the apartment, but going back to the apartment and coming back down to the beach would be a waste of forty minutes. I decided it would be best to find a place or somebody to watch my backpack while I ran. I went into the Iceberg club and asked the first employee I saw if there was a place to hold my bag and without hesitation, she helped. Small acts of kindness such as this are consistent and I do not think there are many places in the world where there is such a high willingness to help.
(Bondi to Coogee Beach Run 1/29/2025)
In addition to the relentless optimism and willingness to help, one other aspect of Sydney culture I appreciate is how early and active the city is. I have been trying to make the most out of my day and with that comes waking up earlier. Every morning when I wake up early, the city is filled with people either walking or running. The energy and willingness of the people to wake up early and make the most out of each day inspired me to wake up and bike around the city. I biked from Bondi Junction to Maroubra beach. Adjusting to the different road laws was not as easy as I would have liked it to be. Regardless, I found biking on this 6 mile journey gave me more insight into the scenery of the city. Once I arrived at Maroubra relatively early in the morning, the beach line was already packed with people enjoying themselves and the water already had surfers everywhere. The active and positive lifestyle the people of Sydney carry with them is inspiring and I hope I can better incorporate these traits into my life to achieve my goals.
(Photo taken from Maroubra Beach 1/28/2025)