One year of leaving what I considered my second home (hotel industry). One year of being unemployed. One year of being penniless. One year of an impromptu decision that I hadn’t given as much as a second’s thought to. It could have been the worst decision I’d ever taken. But instead, thankfully, it turned out to be the best thing that I’d ever done.
Not only have I never been this content and at peace but it’s because of this decision that that I’ve found my calling. Not only did it made me discover new things I didn’t know about myself but I also re-discovered myself, one who had been long lost – one who was childish and carefree. I reconnected with old friends who I’d lost touch with while chasing monthly targets and closing deals and made new ones who have now become an integral part of my life.
It marks not just one year of blogging but also one year of a new career, new friends, a new purpose in life – in fact, a whole new life!
The year was full of its own set of disappointments and failures, which unlike before, I took as an integral part of my journey and learning, and moved further with renewed zeal. I’ve had small and big successes which have pushed me to do better. Some dreams have come true, others haven’t. But it’s been one hell of a journey so far.
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- Mock, Stalk & Quarrel is set to release next month
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- With Blogger/Writer Sonali
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- With bloggers Shambhavi and Jennifer
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- On the way to see the Taj Mahal, with Ms. Sassy of Sass and Sauce.
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- Speaking about my experience as a writer who is ‘working from home’
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- Winners List from the Mocktales Contest by Readomania
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- Won Camp NaNoWriMo in April and July
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- Meeting writers and authors in Mumbai
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- Caricature Courtesy Anand R
I do hope the lucky innings continue next year too.
What has your blogging journey been like? Do share your failures and successes via the comment box below. Would love to be a part of your journey just as you have been a part of mine. 🙂
Hi, Ma’am. I feel great that you don’t regret the decision.
I’d like to ask you something –
Would you recommend the same to someone else, if you had to? 🙂
That’s a tough question, Ananya. I would not recommend it as something that everyone should do. However, if you are convinced that’s what you want and that it will be the right decision for you, then, may be, yes. I had no idea how things would turn out. It did end up great is something that I know now and am pleased it turned out so well. But it very well could have gone the other way too. I don’t know what would have I done then. So think about what’s important to you. A lot depends on what you are doing currently and how are you faring there. When I quit my job, I was already miserable and wanted out no matter what the consequences. I believe everyone’s journey is different. So you’re the best judge of that. Are you ready to take that risk? Are you ready to accept and deal with the failure and financial and social consequences. What I will wholeheartedly recommend is this – “Follow your heart! Believe in yourself and do your best in whatever it is you choose to do.” 🙂 Hope that helps. All the best!
Thank you very much, Ma’am. Although, I’m in no such position as of now. Just a college student but I don’t know why I was imagining myself at your place. Maybe it was the impact of your strong writing. Anyway, Thanks again, It might help me in future. 🙂
In everything we give thanks and you have a lot of reasons to be content. Well done and congratulations. To many more years ahead
That’s true, indeed. Thank you, Jacqueline. 🙂 Also, for being a part of my journey. Yours was the best V-Day party I attended. Shall never ever forget what a blast I had with you all. 😀
🙂 It was fun to have you in the house.
Oh sorry to intrude jaque’s V day party was the awesome cats p, jamas. So pleased I was reminded of friends met fun had and memories made. 😇
Thank you dear Ellen. I am glad to hear this 🙂
I’m sure I let you know at the time, but wow dont you just love memories. 😇
Lovely memories are worth the while 🙂
Cheers P! Happy for you 🙂 I’m sure you have just started a journey that’s going to be great all in all.
Thank you Hari! Good to see you blogging again 😀
A life can turn on a sixpence so we can learn from both good and bad times they shape us, make us what we become. We shoud remember to give thanks show gratitude for lessons learned both good and bleeghu!
I try to love every day sometimes it is harder than others but live in the now and enjoy every single moment. Good luck your journey has truly begun. And happy blog day 😇
Thank you so much! 🙂 You’re so right. We should all try to enjoy, live, and love every day to the fullest.
You should wonder over to my place soon because you never know what you could be missing. 😉
Hey. Many congratulations! You have come a long way and have explored the best of yourself. All the best. Way to go!!
Thank you, V! 😊😙
That’s awesome! I’m so happy for you 🙂 My blogging journey started a few months ago, and it’s been my lifeline ever since. Blogging has taught me more about myself and helped me to find my self worth.
Next year, I plan to take my blog and writing to the next level.
Thank you 🙂 I agree with you on the finding your self-worth part. I feel the same way. You’re making the right decision in taking your time to develop it slowly. 🙂 All the best!! 🙂
Thank you :3
I started blogging last December and was not that interested in starting one. But decided to after so many people convinced me for multiple years. My blog did not really start becoming successful until this summer and I have close to 80 followers right now. The success truly started when I took two blogging wordpress classes over the summer.
I have realized that blogging does in fact become addicting and have learned more about who I am. My blog focuses mainly on musicals and spirituality and through blogging, I realized I know more about then I think I do.
That’s true. It does help you realise and value your own self. I didn’t realise I could write poetry or creative non-fiction until a WordPress writing course made me do it. Try the too. It’s amazing. ☺
Hello, ma’am! Your blog post is a great read and it feels nice to know that you have had an inspiring journey from despair to happiness. Personally, I am of the opinion that passionate writing is possible when one has experienced a sort of pain and struggle at least once in their lifetime. And has emerged victorious and more powerful from it.
Blogging is a platform that helps us realise the distance we have covered from where we started to where we stand now.
Thank you so much. I think you need imagination and an understanding of the world. You need not have suffered yourself to be able to write. Compassion and empathy are equally important.
True that!
It’s not easy to go with your dreams and passion
That’s exactly why you have friends and us! 🙂 😀
ha ha very true
Many many congratulations sweetheart! All your successes are hard-fought and well deserved. Here’s raising a toast to you for being brave enough to take the leap and chase your dreams! 🙂 God bless!
Oh!! *blushing* Thank you so much!!! 😀 The successes are sweeter and worth all the pains because you are a part of them. Thank you for being a part of my journey 🙂
Hehe… now I’m blushing 😛
Congratulations! This is quite the accomplishment 🙂
Thank you so much! ☺