Gratitude

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.