Turning 40 can feel like a monumental shift, a point in life where reflection meets anticipation, and the present becomes a bridge between what was and what will be. For those standing on the edge of this milestone, there’s a certain weight of wisdom that comes along, wrapped in experiences, trials, and a deeper understanding of self. The days of our 20s and 30s, where ambition drove us like a…
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I Am Running Out of Life
There comes a point in life when the ticking of the clock no longer feels like a comforting rhythm but rather a haunting reminder of how fast time is slipping through our fingers. The realization that life isn’t an endless expanse but a series of moments quickly fading into the past can hit hard. I am running out of life — this thought lingers at the back of my mind,…
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I Am Running Out of Time
The ticking of the clock has always been a background noise, one we rarely pay attention to until the sound becomes a roar in our ears, reminding us of its relentless march forward. It’s strange how we often live as though time is infinite, as though there’s always tomorrow, next week, next year. But lately, I’ve found myself in a space where time feels like sand slipping through my fingers,…
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I Don’t Feel Like Reading Books Anymore
There was a time when books were my escape. I remember the anticipation of diving into new stories, the eagerness to turn pages, and the joy of discovering worlds within those neatly printed words. Books were once my solace, my quiet companions during loud storms. But somewhere along the line, I lost that feeling. Now, the sight of a book sometimes brings an odd sense of guilt and disinterest instead…
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Writing Non-fiction
Writing non-fiction is a journey into reality, an exploration of truth, facts, and experiences that shape the world we live in. It’s the art of putting together the pieces of life, thoughts, and events in a way that resonates with others. When I think about writing non-fiction, it feels like pulling out the invisible threads that connect different moments, emotions, and understandings into something tangible, something relatable. It’s like having…
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Handle Your Own Healing
Life has a funny way of dealing blows that leave us shattered, drained, and wondering if the pieces can ever fit back together again. And while we might wish for an instant fix, a magical solution, or someone to swoop in and make everything right, the reality is much simpler and yet more difficult. Healing, real healing, is an inside job. No one else can do it for you. Sure,…