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Develop a Hobby – #AtoZChallenge

April 4, 2019
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We all have our interests and likings, say for example; I like reading and listening to music and my daughter loves to draw. This interest or if we can call it a hobby keeps us busy during the ideal time. The time that we in(tend) to waste doing nothing or worrying on not so worthy things.

Last time when I was speaking to one of my friend (who is recently blessed with a child) was worried about this BIG change in her life. She had various issues beginning from ‘what will I do sitting ideal at home‘, to ‘how do manage all this alone‘. Like I said unnecessary worry, I have gone through this phase hence can relate to it so well. So, I advised her to get a hobby for yourself. She replied – ‘Are you crazy? I am an adult, How to find a Hobby for an Adult?‘ Well, who said adults cannot find a hobby to keep themselves occupied and happy?

How to develop a Hobby?

As you already know, a hobby is something that gives you pleasure. A creative and fun side of the personality, we all have that innate. It’s the best stress-buster exercise which keeps your mind refreshed and you don’t have to pay a single penny for it. However, at times it just gets suppressed due to various reasons.

Hobby makes you happy and keep your mind away from stress. It's the best stressbuster exercise to do without paying a penny.

Developing a hobby or rather connecting back to the same old hobby is quite easy. All you have to do is, unwind yourself. Here are some easy steps to developing a hobby for yourself –

  • Reconnect to an old hobby – As a kid, we had hobbies, some extra special some typically weird. Like, I once had this huge collection of shopping bags. Yes, shopping bags (the bags we get from stores post-shopping) from different brands and logos. No wonder I picked marketing as specialization later in life 😉 So, I had numerous bags of brands and stores stacked neatly under my home or hostel mattress. Weekly task of listing the brands and cleaning them plain slate kept me busy for hours. I still love them but don’t hoard anymore.
  • If you didn’t have a hobby, there is nothing to worry about. Do something that you like, hunt for a hobby. My mother loves gardening, it keeps her busy for hours together. She knows about each and every plant, shrub, petal in her garden (even the scavenger weeds too). The idea is to give yourself something to do, which is not expected or asked from you to do. Do it for the love and sheer pleasure from it.
Also, read – It takes Courage to be.
  • Take baby steps towards developing a hobby – I was always inclined towards baking and loved watching all those baking cookery shows. Filled up with so much ado, asked dear husband to get me convection over. We selected a giant 30 lts microwave oven for my newly acquired mega haunch of baking. Just not the machine, we also got utensils, cutlery, accessories, trays and what not. Coming to the action, it was a disaster. Have you ever met a person who cannot bake a simple mug-cake? Meet yours truly 🙂 At times, giving up is the best possible solution. So, it was all waste of energy, money, and life-long taunts from the Mister.
  • Do what makes you happy. It could be anything that gives you a time-out from other responsibilities or simply make you happy. Remember you are doing this for yourself, and not to prove a point to anyone else.

In the end it’s all about being happy

Happiness depends on you, what you want from life. One can never find it outside until you start searching from within.

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Susan moved from her hometown in India to New Zealand last year. Lateral job promotion provided her with an opportunity to move out and explore a new country. The initial excitement turned sour when she started missing her home, friends, younger sister, and mother.

To keep herself busy after office hours, she picked up a few online courses but that was just a temporary solution. Soon the courses got over, she was lonely again, and terribly homesick. This also affected her productivity at the office, which she recently got reprimanded about.

In order to distract herself, she started searching for a sustainable option that will keep her busy, and also happy. The coral reef cultivating farm nearby was open for volunteers. She applied for a conservation job which involved in nursing the floating coral-nursery.

She found few people like her, occupied in a full-time job but working at the farm to keep themselves busy. There she met a man called Korri, an investment banker from Philippines. They instantly established a connection and started developing feelings for each other.

During one of the snorkeling sessions, Korri was cleaning reef pods from algae, debris, and plaque when a jellyfish’s venomous tentacles accidentally touched his arms. He felt excruciating pain and began losing consciousness. Others pulled him out from the ocean and called for paramedics’ help.

Susan was heartbroken after learning about the accident, she rushed to the hospital. Doctors informed her about the damage, Korri may lose his left arm or the worst-case scenario hemiplegia, one arm and one leg paralysis. She was devastated, they just began dating and such a tragedy occurred.

On meeting Korri she didn’t show her fear, nor admitted defeat. It was moment of truth for both of them, he suffered hemiplegia and both limbs on his left side lost functionality.

Korri has tried his level best to persuade Susan to leave him and carry on with her life. But she isn’t among those who give up without a fight.

They accepted life how it represented itself, one step at a time. Eventually, with the best medical care and the unconditional love of Susan, he gained a 40% movement in his limbs. One year later, the two decided to make it official by signing on the legal documents.

THE END

The post is written as part of #A2ZChallenge & #BlogchatterA2Z. To read the previous post, please click here. My theme this year is Short Love Stories.

Disclaimer – This is a work of fiction. Names, characters, businesses, places, events, and incidents are either the products of the author’s imagination or used in a fictitious manner. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, or actual events is purely coincidental. Reader discretion is advised.

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Celebrating Women’s Day – Change the Perspective

February 25, 2018
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Celebrating Women’s Day – “Think Like a Queen. A Queen is not Afraid to Fail. Failure is another Stepping stone to Success” – Oprah Winfrey.

8th March – day everyone celebrates as International Women’s Day! An initiative, a movement that began some years ago and gained momentum across globe for women’s rights. Today after so many decades since its inception, let’s check if the things have really changed.

Women are making headlines in all areas, there is hardly any job which a woman can’t master in. Be it any industry or job, women have proved their mettle. However, if you introspect and ask this question – Have the things really changed?

Yes, things have improved considerably, but there is still a long way to condition mindsets.

Figuring the difference

Women are commonly subjected to prejudice, be it any industry or profession. Let us take an example of Bollywood (Indian cinema & entertainment industry) where age, lineage and connections matter more than talent. Referring to an Instagram post of an awarded actress who; in spite of giving some of the best performances, is jobless today. Another actress who has proved unconventional looks and physical appearance matters nothing when it comes to talent. She is often referred as, multi-millionaire Producer’s wife. Women Directors – count can’t even cover all 10 fingers.

My question to all – Why a woman has to walk on the pre-marked line?

The Gross Disparity – Women’s Day Special

TGD, The Gross Disparity – wage difference. Women are still fighting the battle at many levels to get what they legally deserve when it comes to wages. There have been various instances in the past when this wage war had garnered highlights on television debates & tabloids. In fact, in a common Indian household, wife ought to earn lesser than her husband. Otherwise compatibility issues might arise in the marital life.

P.S. my brain has stop processing information after this statement.

Be the good girl, you always HAVE to be

Sit decently, talk softly, behave yourself, walk like a lady – well we have been listening these things all our life.

“Nirbhaya was a good girl? Oh NO! She was not that’s why got raped and killed.

Nirbhaya 2 was a good girl? No, No, not at all! That’s the reason she was raped in front of her family on a National highway.

Nirbhaya 3 was a good girl? Of course not! What was she doing alone in her house, when her drunk step father forced himself on her?

Nirbhaya 100th was a good girl? Not sure if she is just 6 months!!”

Are we still telling our daughters to be – ‘Good Girls’? It’s time we cut this mysterious tag of a good girl, and give them combat training. Or if you frivolously wish to preach – Teach your boys sensitivity.

Editor’s Note-

Women do not need a day to celebrate their achievements and triumphs. We are the best creation of GOD ? and trust me; we know that! However, all we want is some mindful thinking on our life journey. Women had powerful roles in early civilization periods, the whole life-n-death circle revolves around womb. Least mankind can do is – Gratitude towards that womb!

Women’s Day is a part of the bigger journey we embarked on. Let us celebrate it together with a smile and some amazing posts. A day to Celebrate Womanhood.

This post is part of a women’s day blog train hosted by Jhilmil Bhansali to celebrate and cherish the spirit of womanhood. Would like to thank Varsha for a beautiful mention on her lovely blog post featuring best Women-centric movies of Bollywood. Next on the hop is AmritKaur – AmritKaurAmy, a Graphic Designer, Media Associate and Blogger. A dear friend who is wholeheartedly dedicated to work and helping others grow.

“This post is also part of the #AlexaTheIncredible campaign hosted by #womenbloggerwb”


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