There was a time when I felt like the world had stopped turning for me. I had just been laid off from my job, and with that, my confidence, energy, and sense of direction all disappeared. I cried endlessly in bed, unable to face people, drowning in questions like, What’s wrong with me? Where is my spark? Why does everyone else seem to be thriving while I’m stuck in this pit of nothingness?
I tried to pull myself together and took up a course, hoping to reignite my path, but it only brought more struggles. Projects were delayed, deadlines loomed, and I felt like I was running on empty with no clear niche to focus on. Six months went by like a blur of uncertainty and self-doubt. I barely recognized myself.
Then came a small yet pivotal decision. One day, amidst my despair, I decided to engage myself in something creative—a new hobby to escape the monotony. Painting had always intrigued me, but when I realized I couldn’t even afford proper art supplies, it shattered me even further.
But here’s the twist: instead of giving up, I bought the cheapest supplies—the kind we used back in school. They weren’t fancy or professional, but they were enough to get me started. Sitting down with those paints and brushes, I felt something shift inside me. For the first time in months, I felt a spark of joy, a glimmer of purpose.
”I learned a crucial life lesson: You don’t need to start big; you just need to start.
Finding happiness in what you already have is the first step toward creating something bigger.
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Acknowledge Your Feelings
It’s okay to cry, feel lost, or question everything. These feelings are valid. But don’t let them define you. Accept them, and remind yourself that this is not your final chapter—it’s just a rough page in your story.
Acknowledge Your Feelings
It’s okay to cry, feel lost, or question everything. These feelings are valid. But don’t let them define you. Accept them, and remind yourself that this is not your final chapter—it’s just a rough page in your story.
