Gratitude

Sharing a part of the profit from this new assignment with my parents brought me a deep and quiet satisfaction. It wasn’t about celebrating a big achievement — it was simply the joy of being able to give back in my own small way. When I handed it to them, the happiness on their faces made every hour of effort feel worthwhile.

There was a sense of calm inside me, as if I had done something truly meaningful, something that connected my work to my roots. It reminded me that success feels fuller when it includes the people who’ve stood by me throughout every phase of life. That moment gave me a peaceful feeling I carried with me the entire day.

Recently, a simple but powerful insight came to me through my cousin, who is in his late forties. He pointed out a habit I hadn’t even realized I had—advising others on what to eat or drink, and how much, based purely on my own preferences. If I didn’t like something, I would unintentionally discourage others from consuming it too.

I never viewed it as intrusive; I thought I was being helpful. But he made me see how this habit reflected my bias rather than genuine concern.

Taking his feedback seriously, I consciously stopped giving such unsolicited advice. The change has been refreshing. People around me feel more comfortable, conversations flow more naturally, and my relationships—especially with those I often advised—have noticeably improved.

I genuinely feel lighter and more connected now. I’m grateful to my cousin for observing this detail and kindly showing me the reality, I had overlooked.

I feel grateful to have reached a stage where I now have enough meaningful content to engage in deep and thoughtful conversations with intellectual minds. This growth is the result of learning from so many wonderful writers and thinkers whose words have expanded my perspective.

Among them, @Bill Abbate insightful articles have helped me a lot in understanding life and purpose more deeply. Recently, I also completed The One Thing — a must-read that sharpened my focus and clarity.

I sincerely thank all the authors and creators whose wisdom continues to guide my journey toward becoming a more thoughtful and purposeful individual.