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Tomorrow’s Brighter Dance
Raise your glass to steps so small,In darkest nights, you’ve braved it all.Through storms and fears that gave you chills,You’re standing strong, embracing thrills. Recall the child within your heart,Not broken, just a brand new start.Hear whispers of the dreams you hold,They speak of courage, bright and bold. Who said you weren't enough to shine?Who dimmed your light, crossed that line?They never saw your worth unfold,But trust me now, your story's gold. You're more than just a final chance,A dance in dark, a fleeting glance.Ahead the …
Finding My Stride: Overcoming Setbacks on the Trail to Triumph
Falling short of our goals can sting, especially when you've poured your heart into achieving them. I recently found myself wrestling with a cocktail of disappointment and sadness after a trekking expedition that didn't go as planned. I'm usually the type who sticks to a plan—come rain or shine. But this time, I deviated, and it hit me hard. Let me take you back a bit. Trekking wasn't something I took to naturally. I transformed from a complete novice to someone who could manage a solo six-day trek scaling up to 12,000 feet in Uttarakhand. …
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Overcoming Self-Doubt: Lessons from Trails, Talent, and Tulips
Sometimes, we're our own toughest opponent. Before we even lace up our boots or roll up our sleeves, a tiny voice in the back of our head whispers, "You can't do this." It's a feeling I've encountered more times than I care to admit, across various facets of my life. Whether I'm facing a steep mountain trail, scouting for the perfect candidate in a competitive job market, nurturing my garden back to life, or sitting down to share my thoughts through blogging, that sense of preemptive defeat can be paralyzing. But over the years, I've learned …
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Understanding Others: The Key to Resolving Conflicts
Ever noticed how people love to say "facts aren't feelings"? It's true, but here's the kicker: other people's feelings are facts to them. It's ironic how some folks spend ages trying to argue others out of their feelings. Like, seriously, has that ever actually worked? Not really. Accepting how someone feels is the first step to finding common ground or just moving on. I've learned that brushing off someone's feelings doesn't make them disappear. They're there, real and valid. So why waste energy trying to argue them away? It's like banging …
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Living Authentically: Embracing Your True Self
For many years, I struggled with what I now recognize as the "Good Girl Syndrome." It was easy for me to make unconventional choices in my career, following my heart and embracing the unconventional. However, when it came to my personal life and relationships, I found myself constantly grappling with societal expectations and the fear of disappointing others. I used to base my decisions on what others wanted, fearing that pursuing my own desires was selfish. But as time went on, I realized that living my life for others only left me feeling …
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