Letter To My Younger Self : Expectations

  You can read all A To Z Blogs here  

Dear overloaded kid,

I hope you are still learning and trying to figure things out. You should have lifted weights instead of expectations. Since childhood, you carried the weight of being that studious kid who had no other option but to be at the top of the class, then in college, and even later. Even today, when I am reminded of you and there is a setback in my life, I feel heavy and then remind myself that I have outgrown that version now. Failing is not losing, it is about learning a new way to win.

You know, there is a chapter in my latest book called “Lift Weights, Not Expectations.” I feel so grateful that I learned this in time, as it helped me grow into a better person and fulfill what I truly want instead of constantly trying to meet others’ expectations. Last year, I came to a realization that I want to share with you. I was looking for a job, and there were many reasons for that. But when I reflected on those reasons, I noticed that none of them were truly mine, they all belonged to someone else. It became a turning point for me and reshaped my vision of finding a job. I started thinking about why I wanted a job, and I discovered my own motives. That is when things began to fall into place, and I eventually landed a job in a reputed MNC.

I am not here to brag, but to confess that when you start choosing yourself, things begin to align in your favor. It started happening for me, and now it feels like a habit I want to keep.

Before I close this, I want to express my gratitude to you. You have been through a lot, carrying the weight of expectations from people, whether they were family, friends, or acquaintances. Now, you can rest, because your adult version is taking care of you.

Yours truly,
Tanvi, in her choosing herself era ✨

I'm participating in #BlogchatterA2Z .