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Embracing the Big 3-0: A Milestone palate


Dear all!

There was no better time to write down my favorite blog. I would wonder how I would react to turning 30. I saw a lot of friends catching cold feet while they hit the milestone, some remained in denial. Honestly, I am having fun. Alhamdulillah.



As I look at my previous years, I find myself reflecting on the myriad lessons life has graciously taught me. Along this journey, I've collected wisdom from various experiences, each shaping my understanding of self, relationships, and the world around me.

As always I have some 'gyaan' to share.

1. Patience Is Key

"What is meant for you will find its way." 'What you seek is seeking you.' This mantra has been a constant companion through the transitions—moving to a new country, navigating a different workplace, and diving into a new job. Waiting for the right moments has been a pivotal lesson.

2. Water: Nature's Elixir

Amidst the whirlwind of changes, I discovered the unparalleled refreshment water offers, surpassing the allure of chocolate, caffeine, and soda. Hydration became a vital source of sustained energy.

3. Culinary Mastery: I am the Best Chef

*In the process of adapting to a new culture, I found solace in the kitchen. Experimenting with new flavors and Indian cuisines became an exploration of my culinary prowess. When I say I am the Best Chef, I am talking about the best chef in my apartment.


4. The Joy of Solo Exploration

Moving to a new country and embracing a new subspecialty also led to the discovery of enjoying my own company. Exploring the vibrancy of bustling cities alone became a journey of self-discovery.


5. Financial Independence: A Liberating Achievement

Navigating through a new workplace while striving for financial independence offered a sense of empowerment and freedom. It opened doors to new opportunities in an unknown terrain.

6. Cherishing Solitude

In the midst of these changes, learning to relish solitude became an invaluable skill. Finding contentment in solitary moments was a treasure in a world that often glorifies constant connectivity.

7. Knowing When to Walk Away

Recognizing the value I bring to the table, understanding when to join or gracefully leave situations and places, was crucial in nurturing self-respect and personal growth.

8. Quality Over Quantity in Friendships

The importance of a few quality friendships over a vast network. Nurture relationships that enrich and support, regardless of geographical boundaries.

9. Prioritizing Family

 Nurturing these relationships became a source of strength and unwavering support, bridging the gaps of distance.

10. Competing with Myself

Adapting to a new subspecialty reiterated the significance of competing with myself. Personal growth and development were paramount, irrespective of external benchmarks.

11. Gratitude: A Game Changer

Practicing gratitude daily helped in finding joy in the smallest moments amidst the chaos of adjusting to new environments.

12. Wellness: A Work in Progress

Moving to a new country and job made me conscious of the need for consistent efforts toward mental, emotional, and physical well-being. It became an essential part of adapting and thriving in unfamiliar territories.

13. Mindful Eating

In the quest for adaptation, embracing mindful eating and bidding adieu to unhealthy habits became essential for a healthier, more balanced life.

14. Self-Love: Becoming My Favorite Person

Ultimately, amidst all these changes, the journey led me to the most profound realization: becoming my own favorite person. Embracing self-love and acceptance became the cornerstone of my happiness in the face of so many new beginnings .Not that it was somebody else earlier. I have constantly been the most important person of my life. No cap.

15. Love for walks

I never thought I would start enjoying walks. I now understand why people say go for a walk. Its one of the best thing nature can do to a human physically and mentally. I also think environmental change that is moving from a city to a town adds to it.

16. My new best friend- ChatGPT

If it was not GPT, consolidating my ideas into a blog in 10 minutes would not have been possible.

17. Letting go of FOMO :

Fear of missing out on information, events, growth , opportunities. 

 Conclusion

Entering this new phase with a trove of lessons and experiences, I'm excited about the chapters yet to be written. Each experience, whether navigating a new country, workplace, job, or specialty, has added hues to the canvas of my life. 

Here's to embracing change, relishing the challenges, and savoring the rich tapestry of life's myriad experiences!

So far so much


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