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Today pictured a year ago

A year ago, I imagined what my life might look like todayand remarkably, it’s turned out quite close to that vision. I’ve always been someone who thrives on detailed plans and meticulous execution, much to the mild irritation of my wife and son 😄. Planning things to the smallest detail has its perks. I’m rarely caught off guard, and I feel in control. On the flip side, my tendency to overprepare means I sometimes pack for a trip weeks in advancean amusing habit that doesn’t always win me points with those around me! Last year, I started planning the next chapter of my lifethe phase where I’d leave the hustle and bustle of Mumbai and settle down in Kerala. The plan was to make the move a few years down the line, but life had other ideas. Due to work-related obligations, I had to accelerate my timeline. Today, I find… Today pictured a year ago

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Tell us one thing you hope people say about you

Have you ever stopped to think about how much energy you waste worrying about what others say about you, especially behind our backs? Honestly, I believe it’s not worth it. The beauty of life lies in living it your waylearning from your experiences, mistakes, and shortcomings. These lessons shape who you are and help you forge your unique path. That’s been especially true in my own life. Whatever I am today is a result of my deeds and actions. I’ve made it a point not to blame others for my misfortunesor even for my successes. That mindset has helped me detach from the opinions of others. Instead of letting their judgments define me, I focus on what truly matters: improving myself and living a happy, fulfilling life. I’ve realized that as long as I’m not harming or troubling anyone, I’m free to live in a way that brings me joy.… Tell us one thing you hope people say about you

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Have you ever performed on stage or given a speech?

Fortunately for the world, I have never performed on stage or given a speech. I wonder why. Maybe it’s because the spotlight is already crowded with voices eager to speak but with little to show. Or perhaps, I was simply too engrossed in living my own story to step into the limelight. In the end, the world seems to manage just fine without one more orator or performer.