Myself, a human being

Dear Me,   As one year ends and another begins, I want you to pause for a moment. Life feels like it’s moving so fast, doesn’t it? You’re caught between memories of the past and dreams for the future. It’s okay to feel unsure. This letter is a reminder to breathe, to reflect on how far you’ve come, and to look ahead with hope.   There’s a quote I want you to carry with you: “Standing on the edge of the unknown, not with fear but with hope - ready to embrace new opportunities the world has to offer.” That’s where you are right now, standing on the edge of a new year. It feels uncertain, maybe even a little scary, but it’s also exciting. This is your chance to start fresh, to dream bigger, and to take steps toward the life you want.   Look back at the year that’s ending. It wasn’t always easy, was it? You had days where everything felt heavy, where you doubted yourself or felt lost. But those moments taught you strength. They showed you that even when things ...

Fitting in.   Sounds so simple, doesn’t it? Like slipping into a room and becoming part of the rhythm. Like blending seamlessly into a group. Like being at ease, comfortable, belonging.   But atleast for some of us, it’s not that simple. It’s not happening naturally like it happens with others. It’s a battle we fight in silence every day.   You stand there, surrounded by people, smiling and nodding, trying to play the part. But deep down, there’s this ache. This quiet, gnawing thought, "Why don’t I feel like one of them?"  You start to notice the smallest things - how their conversations flow so easily, how their jokes come without effort, how their laughter fills the space like music. And then there’s you. Quiet. Hesitant. Unsure. Adding to this, social anxiety whispers cruel things in your ear: "You’re boring. You’re weird. You don’t belong here." It’s exhausting, isn’t it? Pretending to be okay when you feel so out of place. Feeling like the odd one...