A Letter to You And Myself

Manasi Thaken
The Taoist Online
Published in
4 min readJan 20, 2024

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Be someone with a big heart that cares for others. Don’t be afraid to show your love; your heart is full of kindness, and the love you share will make the world a better place. If you have good intentions, you’ll always be looked after. We face challenges to learn important lessons that help us get closer to our dreams.

My friend recommended a song by Diljit Dosanjh that goes like this — “You’ll only go to heaven once you’ve been on earth. Similarly, you’ll only get results if you put in hard work!”

Today, I’m practicing gratitude and staying grounded. We all have moments of anxiety and feeling overwhelmed. In those times, just take a moment to love yourself and remind yourself that it’s okay. ❤ .

Life unfolds in a series of events, teaching us lessons only after we face the consequences. It’s a tough truth, but that’s how it goes. What matters is how we make the best out of it and how we react. I think about David Beckham’s story every day — how he played incredible football but faced abuse from fans for one mistake in the World Cup. What I admire the most is how he reacted and came out even stronger. Nobody deserves that kind of treatment, but his resilience and patience are truly inspiring.

Below is the warm thoughts which I wanted to share with all of you. It will make you smile for sure. Do let me know in the comments below ( It does bring a huge smile on my face)

/. In life, we often find ourselves in a protective bubble, shielded from the outside world. Sometimes, this sense of security keeps us from realizing it. External factors play a role, steering us toward what feels safe. Yet, it’s important to acknowledge that fear can be a powerful force that brings out our best potential. Embrace it, live with it gracefully, and work around it.

/. A cherished childhood memory for me is the simple joy of stepping out at 5 PM to meet friends and play until the sun set. Even with a test looming the next day, those carefree moments remain golden. Back then, our exposure to media was limited to TV, making those times truly special.

/. I share a unique connection with the moon. As a child, I’d sit on the balcony, staring at the moon for what felt like forever. It brought me a sense of safety. Even today, when there’s no one around to share my feelings, I find solace in sitting silently with the moon, sharing my heart out. It might sound silly, but it is what it is.

/. The word “should” is powerful. It can limit creativity, innovation, and depth in life. Stepping away from this restrictive statement opens up new possibilities.

/. Throughout history, we’ve witnessed open conflicts, but expressing love openly seems to make us hesitate. Let’s embrace the idea of loving without fear or societal norms. Genuine and open expressions of love have the power to truly transform our world.

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/. As grown-ups, a straightforward offer like “I’ll teach you this” carries significant weight. In our late 20s, self-centeredness can dominate. Learning something new requires courage, and maybe society should acknowledge this journey beyond the age of 24/25.

/. Life has a way of aligning things magically. Believing in this magic allows it to happen to you. Embrace the pressure and fear, as they shape who you are. Taking that first step may require courage, but it’s worth it.

/. Suppressing emotions is an inability to accept the fears, tears, and emotions within. Each person has a duality of masculinity and femininity. Failing to express emotions in the pursuit of being stoic can lead to unhealthy ways of dealing with those emotions. Let’s encourage a more compassionate approach to understanding and expressing ourselves.

/. I used to overthink a lot, but now I’m learning to trust life. I don’t know where it’ll lead me, but trusting life is crucial. It’s about not being too hard on myself during failures, heartbreaks, or when I spend money impulsively. It doesn’t have to rule book perfect but it has to be perfect for your heart, my sweetheart.

/. Reality is more than what you are seeing today, and what you experienced past. It’s a linear way of looking at life. Have patience.

/ have faith in the flow of energy which is guiding the universe. I’m having it while writing this.

/ let things hate u. Sometimes that will make you who you want to become.

/. Nothing comes easy. Not even the marks in the school. You had to shut down TV, and start studying. You had to put a full stop on evening games for few days, to excel in that exam. So why we aren’t able to make that time today. You know what, you can, and you will :)

Tea has the ability to solve all your problems for sometime! Waiting to have this one once again ❤

It’s cold here today! I’m signing off for a better tomorrow. Leaving you with a thought: ‘You didn’t come so far just to stop here.’ Keep hustling and keep moving. Sometimes, challenges are just like breakers, and nothing else! ❄️

Listen to a song which I’m listening a lot these days — https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YaEG2aWJnZ8 ( Unstoppable by Sia )

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I like to write. I write about every possible thought I see and feel. Open for collaboration. You can reach out to me on manasithaken@gmail.com