Lately, I’ve been thinking a lot about careers, work identities, trajectories, and all the complicated stuff in between. It’s funny how, at some point, many of us start measuring our progress in promotions and raises, as if success is just a series of checkpoints. I mean, who doesn’t like a shiny new title or a … Continue reading Climbing the ladder or just trying not to trip?
Tag: motivation
The blessing of unchosen paths
I often find myself grateful for the things I’ve gained—the experiences, relationships, and choices that brought joy and fulfillment to my life. But lately, I’ve realized there’s a quieter kind of gratitude worth embracing: being thankful for the roads I didn’t take and those that weren’t meant for me. Those moments of hesitation, the small … Continue reading The blessing of unchosen paths
We can do better than we think
"I love this road trip with my friends. But what if we meet with an accident and I lose my legs?" "I love my partner, and we're too good together. But what if this isn't going to last?" "I know I did my exams well. But what if I flunk?" "I worked my ass off … Continue reading We can do better than we think
Akkshaya Varkhedi 