Hello Everyone!
I hope all is well with you. A new year has ushered in and it is 2025! A beginning comes only after an end. This phase of transition brings in some past memories coupled with excitement to plan for a new year in advance, make room for improvements if required, and whether we agree or not, we tend to look within even if it is for a few moments to take stock of the situation. And yes, so I did the same as most of us.
Looking back on the years gone by, I realized that 2024 gave me two extreme phases. The first half was about running for my own health from one hospital to another, getting appointments, undergoing all prescribed tests, and trust me this phase sucked out all my energy. I had never undergone any kind of surgery, and it took me a little more than two and a half months to be able to properly walk, sit erect, eat my heart out, or do everything that a normal human being can perform. I was on official leave and though I thought I could utilize this time to either read or do something productive, the medications made me feel sleepy and all I was comfortable with was eating home-cooked meals and sleeping for long hours. I did not feel like holding any book or laptop to do anything. I was super irritated with myself but my body and mind were walking on two parallel lines disagreeing to bond with each other! But at the end of it, I was grateful for my recovery. However, the loneliness on the hospital bed when I walked in with just a piece of cloth surrounded by a team of doctors, all of whom seemed like strangers, and the very act of surrendering myself to them, trusting the process made me realize that some paths are just yours to walk through. Life is certainly uncertain, yet the most beautiful gift.
The second half was kind of another chase, which kept me on my toes where I had to acquire something important, which consumed a lot of time & energy. I ran around and met with many people, and I was pushed to a corner to decide if I was ready to take the plunge. In the end, I took the risk and made the decision to go ahead and close a crucial deal. But all this happened because I had someone as my well-wisher who wanted me to have it! It seemed impossible until it was done and this taught me that, sometimes, miracles are nothing but the right people & right opportunities.
Towards the fag end, I attended the Blogchatter retreat for the first time ever! It was amazing to meet online friends for the first time in person! I had a gala time and vowed to write more often. But this was also a period where a major Imposter Syndrome hit me, probably because of my inactivity in writing or reading. This fear has been so much that writing felt repulsive! I am still trying to come out of it completely. So, I learned that I was now obsessed with being read rather than enjoying what I wrote! This has kind of paralyzed my creative instincts to some extent and I have been less active in pursuing my creative journey the entire year. But if I become a little less critical of myself, I will take this moment to pat my back for braving all these phases and trying to learn from this low phase. I might have disappeared from my hobby space but I have managed my workspace and dealt with all the pendency. And of course, dealing with personal life which seems hidden but is filled with never-ending responsibilities has been a task in itself.
The moment I entered 2025 (with much gratitude), I logged off from the world. I devoted the first fifteen minutes to connecting with the Higher Power. Something which I normally would not do but this year was different. I prayed from within my heart for everything and sought blessings & guidance for this upcoming year. It felt odd. When the entire world was partying away or sleeping! I was praying! But, this year is all about introspecting, diving into spirituality, and reconnecting with myself. I hope to be stronger with my boundaries, be selfish about my own growth, and devote the next few years to focusing on building a healthier lifestyle both physically & mentally. I also intend to take the plunge in pursuing one of my goals! I do not know what is in store for me in 2025, but I just hope, this year blesses me abundantly and gifts me with moments of happiness and may I have more reasons to be grateful for!
I am sure you all must be having great stories with this phase of changing calendars. As we note the leaves in the calendar ( wink, wink), may we have better stories to build this year. So, here’s wishing you a fabulous year ahead filled with health, glory, and happiness.
With Love,
Chinmayee
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Thanks for stopping by ! Wishing you a fabulous New Year.
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Sometimes life throws huge challenges at us. Life’s way of telling us that we are strong enough or may be to make us stonger… Glad that you’re out of it now. Wish you a happier new year.
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Thanks a lot for your wishes Sir ! Wishing you a fantastic New Year 2025.
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You had quite the uneventful start but a decent end in 2024. May 2025 bring you happiness, love and blessings from above. And more achievements. Stay healthy. Stay blessed!
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Thanks a lot for your wishes. Wishing you a fantastic 2025 !
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Sorry that you had a tough start to 2024 and hope you have fully recovered now. Glad that you could attend the blogchatter retreat – I guess I would love to do the same one day – expect living in another country makes it difficult to plan.
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Thanks a lot dear for your kind words. I totally understand and kudos to you for managing it so well !
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Sorry to hear about your bad health and having to deal with imposter syndrome, but life is all about trials and victories, right. What’s important is, you’ve put them behind you–so take a bow. Hope this year is more fulfilling and may all that you wish for come to you, Chinmayee. happy new year.
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Thanks a ton , Janaki for all your good wishes ! Wish you a fabulous New Year 2025 !
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Chinmayee, 2024 seems to have been a mixed year for you, but I am happy to hear that you were able to recover from your surgery and do things you wanted in the latter half! Working towards a better and more spiritual life sounds great! May 2025 be a year of further growth for you!
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Thanks a lot Ma’am for your wishes !
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Glad to know that you overcome your first health phase and celebrate your second phase. I thing praying and meditating at the right time bring virtue. You did right thing because you feel to do it. Happy New year Chinmayi. Hope this year fulfill your wishes.
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Thanks a lot for your wishes ! Wish you too a fabulous New Year ahead !
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What I believe is that challenges are part of life and if we can embrace it in the right way then overcoming them will not be difficult for us. 2024 was a semi mix year for me… I lost something precious and I gained some more…. in previous year… 2025 I am in the process of making something. You are a strog woman and I know you will emerge as a winner for sure.
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Thanks a lot Samata ! I wish you the best too in this coming year
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Firstly I want to wish you well for 2025. Reading about your first half of 2024, was bad. But I’, glad the latter half of the year had been kind to you. Loved your honesty about the imposter syndrome, I too sometimes experience it being a Math tutor, when numbers occupy more of my time than words should. Hoping 2025 is kind and blessed to you!
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Thanks a ton for your kind words 💛
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You got me here: Life is certainly uncertain, yet the most beautiful gift. Multiple hospital visits made me realise this.
also, right people at right time and with right opportunities are such a rare combo. I am happy things worked in your favour. Happy 2025!
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Thanks a lot for stopping by my blog !
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Thanks a ton for your good wishes 🙏 wish you too a fabulous 2025!
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Kudos for writing such an honest post Chinmayee. Last year was not very kind to you initially, but you seem to have found your rhythm back.
One of my biggest regrets of 2024, was not going to the retreat. Not because of the release, but because I missed out on meeting you and a few other dear friends.
I want to share with you a tip that I follow when imposter syndrom hits hard. I look back at my journey and see how far I have come. Trust me, once you start counting what all you have done, imposter bhag jayega!
Be kind to yourself, and have a great 2025!
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This explains a lot about your prolonged absence on the blog and social media. When I saw you in the Blogchatter retreat pictures I had no idea what you had or were going through. Extremely proud of you to grow out of that terrible phase and wishing only the best for you in the new year. Hope we can meet soon too. Hugs!
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Thanks a ton, V ! Hugs to you too & yes lots of love for such positive words 🙂
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meeting online friends is always exciting and fun. I am happy that you had that chance amidst the chaos
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Yes, Indeed ! It was great !
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I understand the feeling of being surrounded by doctors. Surgeries eat up all the energy for quite a while. I hope 2025 brings in good health to you! You sound like a strong person and it was nice to read your story. Keep up the spirit! Best wishes!
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Thanks a lot for the encouraging words !
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I’m sorry 2024 hadn’t treated you very well. I hope your 2025 will be better. Wish you a very happy new year!
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Thanks a lot for your encouraging words !
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Well changing calendars doesn’t change a person’s perspective, all at once. You tried and you succedded to a lot extent. Wish you luck and strength in the new year.
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Thanks a lot for your kindness !
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Kudos to you making it out stronger. I. Can’t imagine the loneliness you must have fel during I’ll health. The fact that you’re able to reflect in it so positively is amazing. I would like to be at the retreat myself for Blogchatter, hopefully soon. Wishing you great year ahead with good health and lots of opportunities ~
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Thanks a lot , Careena for your kind words. Looking forward to meet you too !
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Glad to know that you have evoked as a champion, smashing all health issues and chasing your desire to read books. I wish you good health and a great year ahead.
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you came out strong from the surgery and here’s wishing that you recover and we get to read your writings even more. here’s hoping ❤
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Thanks a lot for your encouraging words !
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My brave, inspiring friend. I await your comeback and consistency in content creation. You know much I admire and look forward to your writing. Here’s to a healthier and better ’25 for you, all around 🙂
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Thank you so much for your warmth & kindness !
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Thanks a ton my friend !
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