I used to believe that heartbreak was all about mourning the loss of someone else—their absence, their silence, the sudden emptiness they leave behind. But as I’ve journeyed through my own healing process, I’ve realized that some of the hardest parts are not about the person who’s no longer there, but about the versions of myself that I’m leaving behind. There’s a unique grief in letting go of who you used to be—the one who dreamed a certain dream, who painted vivid pictures of a future that now feels impossible. The girl who imagined her …
Rediscovering Self-Love: A Journey Through Pain and Healing
I thought I had learned my lessons. I thought I knew better by now. Yet, when faced with the familiar storm of uncertainty and self-doubt, I found myself falling hard once again. It's as if the part of me I’ve been desperately trying to run away from has finally caught up. This time, it's here to stay. It's not uncommon for people to seek change after loss or moments of deep self-reflection. Some start going to the gym, some pick up new hobbies, some prioritize friendships, and others embark on self-discovery journeys to find inner peace and …
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Where Homes Crumble, Hearts Struggle, and Change Begins
Words slip through my fingers, they crumble away,Like trying to catch light on a cloudy day.This pain, it lingers, but I can’t quite say,How it feels like I've been pushed off a mountain’s sway. Numbness creeps in, like a thief in the night,Maybe it's shock, denial, or fright.The hurt runs so deep, it’s out of my sight,So intense, it fades, like stars losing their light. A tingle spreads, a shiver in my skin,Wanting to scream, but not from within.Tears sit in my eyes, but they won’t begin,Wishing this ending would just let me win. But …
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Embracing the Journey: The Real Triumph in Life
Have you ever found yourself at the end of a long trek, standing on the peak of a mountain you’ve dreamt about for so long, only to feel an unexpected wave of emotions? It’s not always the triumphant, victorious high we anticipate. Often, it's a mix of relief, quiet satisfaction, and a lingering thought: “Why didn’t it feel exactly as I imagined?” I recently had a profound realization about this. For years, I had fantasized about reaching a particular milestone, picturing the moment over and over in my head. When I finally got there, despite …
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My Ridiculous Husband: Celebrating You on Your Birthday
Dear Hari, Today is your day, and I want to take this opportunity to shout from the digital rooftops just how amazing you are. You know, we’re not really the public-display-of-affection type, but for you, I’m making an exception. Buckle up, because here comes a flood of appreciation and a touch of my trademark wit. Let me start with something Don Norman said about good design being invisible, fitting our needs so seamlessly that we hardly notice it. You, my dear, are like that good design—except you’re not invisible; you’re delightfully …
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The Power of Stories: Rewriting Our Lives
Growing up, my mother would often tell me bedtime stories. Tales of heroes and adventures, of triumphs and failures, each story held a lesson. As I grew older, I realized that these stories weren't just for entertainment—they were a way to make sense of the world. Each narrative was a lens through which I viewed my experiences, shaping my beliefs and my reality. Life, as it turns out, is a series of stories. The narratives we craft about our experiences shape our perceptions and, ultimately, our reality. It's fascinating how two people can …
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Cherishing Time and Connections
As I've gotten older, I've come to understand the true value of time. How I spend it and who I spend it with has become increasingly important. I'm now very selective about the relationships I invest in, avoiding surface-level interactions that lack substance. There's a significant opportunity cost in terms of what else I could be doing with that time and energy. I've learned that you don't need a vast number of relationships to feel fulfilled. Most people, myself included, find that having a handful of deep, meaningful connections is …
Why Facing Your Feelings Matters
Knowing you're not okay is one thing, but avoiding those feelings teaches your brain they're dangerous. When we avoid our feelings, our brain thinks there's a threat. This habit makes us believe that painful emotions are something to be scared of, setting us up for emotional fragility and pain. It’s like constantly walking on eggshells, afraid of the next emotional blow-up. Instead, teach your brain that difficult emotions aren't dangerous by talking about them honestly with yourself and others. This change tells your brain these feelings …