Wanting to start something of my own has always been on my mind. The urge of doing something apart from my regular 9-5 is a constant thought I have had since my post-graduation days. I may not have been able to sum it up into words like a “Side-gig” or “passive income source” as I never viewed this as something I will make money out of. Yet, doing this has always meant so much to me. Unsure of what to do, I have pondered and tried so many different things. Things to an extent of quitting my job, starting tuition, communication skills sessions, sari business from home and so on. This was only to realize I loved my 9-5. I liked my office and my work. I liked spending time with my colleagues cum friends and speaking to them in corporate jargon. So then why is this unending urge to do something else.?
Now that I have sat down and thought really hard – The answer is in front of me. I have always only wanted to keep pursuing a hobby. Doesn’t have to be big, Doesn’t need anybody’s approval. Doesn’t have to be money making. Just a simple act of doing what I love and have always loved – alongside my job. A perfect balance to ensure I am able to perform well in both areas – passion and profession. Both of which, I love and wish to continue for a very long time. The only regret is the fact that I took so long to realize this. But as they say, “good things, take time”.
So here I am, wanting to start afresh with whatever little I have to offer and an undying wish to pursue my passion for writing along with my personal and professional life. This time around, I don’t want to over commit, but wish to be consistent. I may not always be able to post on the specific days, but my aim will be to write and post as consistently as possible. I don’t want to beat myself up and quit something that I had started to relax and calm myself.
The process of pouring the thoughts that otherwise stay locked in my head banging to come out – is a very liberating process in itself. I feel a sense of accomplishment and happiness with each page I am able to write and I wish to have this feeling re-lived with each passing week, hopefully. As a result, you may see and hear more often from my WordExhibits pages. Would love to hear your feedback and inputs on my content as well. This way, I will get to know what are your views and try to adapt a few that may help me improve. After all, we all strive for a better version of ourselves, isn’t it?