17/01/2025
Sometimes, life feels like life is working against you—when you’re tired, frustrated, and ready to give up. I’ve been there. In a moment of desperation, I stumbled upon an opportunity—a chance to attend a workshop that felt so far beyond my reach. With nothing but hope, I put myself out there, sharing my story with everything I had left. And to my surprise, I won.
But even then, it wasn’t smooth sailing. I scraped together what little I had, booked my flight, made it to Seattle—and still found myself struggling, mismanaging schedules and even sleeping in the airport, twice! That’s a story for another day. I showed up to that workshop with all the uncertainty and insecurity weighing me down. I didn’t feel like I belonged. I didn’t feel “enough.”
But then, someone saw me. Really saw me. In the midst of my brokenness, this person saw potential, beauty, and strength that I couldn’t see in myself. They showed me kindness when I felt like I deserved none. And that kindness changed my life.
Their belief in me gave me a battery pack of inspiration, and now I know: comparison is the thief of joy. Trials and tribulations aren’t the end—they’re part of the process. And even when the world feels cold and cruel, kindness is a powerful force.
So, I’m here to tell you: never give up. Even in your lowest moments, there’s more to you than you can imagine. You are stronger, braver, and more deserving than you think. Don’t let the noise of the world tell you who you are. Be kind to others, be kind to yourself, and let your story inspire someone else.
Because sometimes, in the darkest moments, you find the light you were meant to carry all along.
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