2024 — The year to evolve, adapt, and conquer new challenges!
Another year passed by! Another round of sun has happened around the earth, we humans are super cute and adorable to party when clock clicks 12 in the night, and where as all other animals are acting pretty normal so far! Well on another note, I like to be super cute and adorable. As year passed, i believe if there is no reason we find to celebrate each other, our bonds, our memories, and our lives — then what’s the point altogether?
This year has came up with lots lots of ups, and few major downs. The feelings are quite wrapped up in a structure like spider web and I’m trying to detangle it — so that I can fit it into designated compartment — looks like it isn’t happening anytime soon! So in the year, 2024, I shifted to Mumbai. We all collectively call it ‘sapno ka sehar’ ( i.e. City of Dreams) for everyone from different walks of lives. It was pretty certain that I always wanted to stay in Mumbai, and I ended up doing it. This city has it’s own magical yet a unique way to teach you so many things eventually which I’m about it write down along with my learnings of the year.
Honestly, more than just learning specific things, I realized I’ve grown in ways I can’t quite put into words yet. Sometimes, it’s not about knowledge you can measure, but about the moments in life that make you stop and think, “Wow, when did I pick this up?” It’s all part of becoming a better version of myself.
/. Missing Local is a real thing, and if you do not get it- you will surely get late to the office. If you have learned to conquer the time in Mumbai, you are super human. It teaches how important is to leave one place so that you can reach to other destination on time without further delays.
/. This is my second new city, and I thought it would be easy for me to get along with it. To be honest, not really! Each day has tested me in ways I couldn’t anticipate. The same kinds of struggles in different contexts can have wildly different effects, and that’s a humbling realization.
/. There’s something healing about sitting by the sea, a cup of chai in hand, and listening to a soulful melody like Kun Faya Kun. In a city that never stops moving, moments like these feel like an oasis.
/. Often, you’re plunged into situations where there’s no lifeline, no pre-learned strategy. You just have to swim, even if it terrifies you. It’s hard, but these moments teach resilience and trust in yourself like nothing else can.
/. Always be grateful to people around you, friends around you, and yourself! In this chaos of everything around, we all do have a tendency to forget the present and focus on ‘what we lack’. Do not do it.
/ Be grateful when life offers you a second chance — not everyone is that fortunate. Stay truly humble when someone stands by you, both professionally and personally. As human beings, we all make mistakes — sometimes unintentionally, sometimes inevitably. It’s important not to be excessively harsh, either on others or on ourselves, for those missteps. Instead, let’s focus on staying grounded and creating space for learning and growth.
/. When you give someone power to make you feel validated and make you feel worthy — you also give them power to starve you. Be very cautious of who’s opinion matters to you, and who’s doesn’t.
/. The truth is, when life falls apart, you start to see who really stands by you. Remember the friends who gave you a place to stay and shared their food. Remember the ones who checked in on you, who believed in you when you couldn’t believe in yourself. Remember those who traveled from another city just to make sure you felt a little better, and the ones who stayed up to talk at 2 a.m. so you wouldn’t feel alone.
If someone makes you feel small or unimportant, try to understand where they’re coming from — and let it go. Not every battle is worth fighting. Some things are best left behind so you can focus on the people who truly matter.
/. Bring back the habits which made you happy when you were kid. As we grow, we at times get lost in our career that we ourselves don’t know where we are heading!
/. Get up even when it is hard and not easy! Nothing is going to come to you while you are at bed. Sometimes you’ve really just got the to get UP!
/.Go to a different city and visit your friends. Don’t always be the one who expects them to come to you. Show up for them. Let them feel the love and warmth of your presence. They may never say it, but it will mean the world to them. Seeing you make that effort — doing something you’ve never done before — will fill their hearts with joy in a way you might not even realize. Sometimes, it’s the unexpected gestures that leave the deepest impact.
/. This year, while working for one of the most prestigious brands, I let go of the things that used to bring me joy — reading a book, traveling, exercising, and dancing. Over time, I came to understand that if we don’t make space for ourselves, we slowly begin to lose connection with who we are. And by the time we realize it, it might already be too late. So, take time to reflect, recharge, and nourish your soul. Trust me, it’s not a luxury — it’s essential for staying true to yourself.
/. The antidote to negativity isn’t just positivity — it’s warmth. When someone feels low, it’s not always about figuring out why they’re sad. Instead, try offering simple gestures of care: ask if they’d like to grab a bite, go for a walk, or do something together. Sometimes, what people need most isn’t a solution — it’s just someone willing to be there with them.
/. The truth about tough times is that they don’t last forever. Eventually, they pass, and you’ll be okay. One day, you’ll look back at it all and smile, knowing you made it through.
/. To put it simply, right people will get you. You will not have to fight for breadcrumbs of love.
/. Knowing we all have our silent frustrations is part of why I always choose to be gentle. Not just to myself, but also towards other people and the world. Don’t we all just long for things to feel a little lighter? I really hope the rain stops soon for everyone.
/. Your feelings are real and you deserve to be as kind towards yourself as you would to anyone else.
/. It’s exhausting—the daily grind of trying to be honest, smart, hardworking, strong, and brave all at once. Somewhere along the way, I forgot that it’s okay to feel weak sometimes. There’s no shame in stepping back, no shame in taking a break. I’ve realized that sometimes I just need to slow down, and sometimes it’s better to stop chasing and simply let things be.
/. When a stranger in a new city approaches you with kindness — not just once, but repeatedly — something beautiful happens: you become friends. And then, one day, you find yourself tucked into a cozy corner, reflecting on how blessed you are to have shared those moments. In a place where no one knew who you were, they didn’t care about your past or where you came from — they just saw you for who you were in that present moment. And that’s enough for them. ❤
/. Life is a series of so many goodbyes, and hello.
/. I don’t regret the love I gave, probably they needed it back then ❤
/. Don’t let a single moment or one person define your life or who you are. Sometimes, people see only what they want to see, no matter how much you try to show them otherwise. In those moments, it’s wiser to walk away than to exhaust yourself with endless justifications that leave you feeling powerless. Always — yes, always — believe in yourself, even when the world refuses to. You are your own constant, and that’s what truly matters.
/. I read this somewhere, and it’s so beautiful —
‘Your growth has never bowed in the wrong direction
nobody questions the curves of a river’s course
you have only become more yourself
you have only become more free’
/.No more settling for the bare minimum. Maybe I want the moon, maybe I want the stars — but this time, I refuse to undersell or underestimate myself. It’s time for a shift in perspective. This year, I’m aiming high, playing bold, and claiming the front row seat in my own life. No more standing in the shadows — I’m ready to show up fully for myself.
/. Extra love and care for the people who choose to give up their precious hours of sleep just to make sure I feel comfortable in that one moment.
The year 2024 was about chasing dreams, achieving what I once imagined, experiencing it all, and ultimately learning to let go. It was also the year I found a new kind of calm and wisdom within myself. I spent countless hours at Marine Drive, not seeking any specific outcome — just being there. It was the year I skipped social events and opportunities, choosing instead to invest in something I believed would be better for my future self. But it was also the year my body began to feel the rush — back aches, head aches, and everything in between. Life moved so fast that only now am I realising how much has happened and how deeply I need to prioritise self-care once again.
Also among everything I have said, please keep your heart and movements alive, do whatever it takes, and sleep with a smile everyday.
Thank you for reading. It truly means a lot to me….
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