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  • Navigating the balance

    How often do you say “no” to things that would interfere with your goals?

    Navigating the balance between assertiveness and empathy can be challenging, but it’s crucial for personal growth. Despite occasional struggles, I prioritize saying “no” when necessary to avoid regrets later. While my emotional intelligence often surpasses my intellectual quotient, I acknowledge the importance of assertiveness in staying focused on my goals. I’m actively honing my interpersonal skills to ensure that prioritizing my objectives doesn’t compromise my relationships.

  • New parents at my age?

    Daily writing prompt
    What were your parents doing at your age?
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    My parents were likely new parents at my age, navigating the challenges of caring for their one-month-old daughter. It’s possible that they felt utterly clueless, especially my dad, regarding the responsibilities of parenting and providing for a family of four. Alternatively, he may have been less concerned about finances during that time, as my grandmother, his mother, was receiving a government pension.

  • “Everyone is a hero!”

    In the year 2018, I listened to my students’ harrowing tales of Kerala’s devastating floods. They recounted their real-life ordeals of navigating through the floodwaters and enduring the aftermath. As I heard their stories, the distress they experienced became palpable, and I empathized deeply with their struggles. Many had endured nightmares as their homes succumbed to the deluge, forcing them to seek refuge in relief camps.

    However, my understanding took a profound turn when I watched the documentary “2018.” It dawned on me that what they had conveyed to me was merely the tip of the iceberg, and the extent of the devastation was far greater. My heart ached witnessing people grappling with the aftermath of decisions that led to such catastrophic consequences. I pondered what might have happened if certain preventive measures were taken or if they had heeded the warnings of their team members (as seen from the documentary)

    Fast forward to the end of that distressing year, the resilient people of Kerala faced yet another adversary—COVID-19. It’s remarkable how, despite these challenges, many of the individuals I’ve encountered have managed to rebuild their lives successfully. Reflecting on these adversities, I can’t help but contemplate how my own family might have coped in such circumstances and where we might be now.

    Beyond the miseries and dangers, these resilient individuals stand tall, facing the world with unwavering zeal. Their strength in the face of adversity has left a lasting impact on me, making me feel a bit stronger today.

  • Life Today: Navigating Unseen Paths

    Daily writing prompt
    Is your life today what you pictured a year ago?
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    Is your life today the canvas you painted a year ago?
    Envisioning one path, God’s plan unfolds, a different flow.
    Opting for right turns, He guides left, unexplored,
    Places unseen, His divine design restored.

    Difficult, it is, to align plans with the divine,
    Accepting God’s will, a challenge in each line.
    Hope and faith, unseen hands to trust,
    Invisible, yet omnipresent, God is just.

    In the shadows, doubts linger, hard to bear,
    Through family troubles, a continuous affair.
    Failures stack up, a questioning mind,
    Am I doing right? Is God truly aligned?

    In the silence, where He seems afar,
    Trust wavers, like a dimming star.
    The hardships, the family strife,
    Is God present in this complex life?

    Yet, as the day concludes, a truth unfolds,
    A purpose for all, a story He molds.
    In the maze, I search for my way,
    Confident my time to shine will sway.

    For now, I dwell in a healing space,
    Reflecting on life, its every trace.
    A time to mend, a moment to heal,
    In the brokenness, a purpose to reveal.

  • Rollercoaster life

    Who says life isn’t hard? Who can confidently declare, “I’ve been through a lot, and you’re just touching the tip of the iceberg”? Each individual faces unique struggles and insecurities in life. For some, the challenges may be tougher and rougher, yet they emerge stronger. For others, seemingly minute issues inflict unbearable pain.

    You might have shattered terribly, faced embarrassment to the point of no return, but here you are today, having overcome those trials. I pen down these thoughts to remind myself that everything is fleeting, and there’s a season for everything. Life’s treatment varies—while some may be experiencing smooth sailing, others, like me, are still striving to meet ends meet.

    To some, I might be someone they admire, thinking that I am navigating life effortlessly. It’s akin to a rollercoaster ride; at times, we plummet, take unexpected twists and turns, only to soar again. The uncertainty is challenging, but we persevere, fueled by hope—the guiding light in the dark shadows, leading us towards the exit.

    I acknowledge it’s a perilous fight against an unseen giant, yet we persist, looking at the brighter side of life. I believe we will mark our red-letter day with pride, shedding tears of happiness and accomplishment. Until then, let’s not relinquish hope and continue to march forward, much like soldiers fearlessly advancing for their motherland.