Twelve months of being a mother - the most challenging task I've ever had to face. Yet, these twelve months of togetherness with my one-year old brought alive for me those things I had always read about, knew to be powerful, and wanted to believe in.
On taking and giving
Ask and you shall receive
When you want something, don't be hesitant to ask for it. You may have to modulate how you ask, but do it nevertheless. Too many things were lost for the want of asking.
Sometimes, a simple smile is all the thanks you need to offer.
Remember to thank those who've helped you. Those who are close to you will understand everything you want to say from your smile. To them, give your affection unreservedly.
The chirping of the birds at the break of dawn is a wonder worthy of admiration.
Take joy in the little things in life. Life itself is a wonder. Enjoy the sunrise and the sunset as much as the next blockbuster movie.
On feeling sad/ bad/ mad
Sometimes it's okay to just cry it out.
If you don't feel, you are less than human. Crying was the first thing you did, without being taught how to. Don't be embarrassed to let the water flow.
Mum's lap is the best place in the world.
Whatever your pain, just being close to mum will make it easier. Cherish her while she's there.
Get angry. Then get over it.
It's all right to express yourself when things don't go your way. But don't bear a grudge. If you hurt someone, make up in the best way you can.
On learning and accomplishing
It's okay to forget old things when you are learning new things - double the joy when you relearn the old things.
Consider life a classroom and you will enjoy every moment. You may need to vacate some space for new things. Start with your body for it houses the miracle of your life. Learn to use it well.
There's no end to trying... till you succeed.
We were meant to go forwards, even if it involves a step backwards sometimes. Fall down, then rise again. Ask for help if you like.
Give everything your own thought.
Examine the world with your own eyes and hands, your own lens. Make your own opinions.
Take a minute to pause when you achieve something new - soak in the admiration you receive.
It's okay to feel proud of something you've worked hard to achieve, even something seemingly as simple as waving a hand or standing on your own feet. Believe in yourself.
On the mundane and the profound
When you're hungry, eat. When you're tired, sleep it off.
Hunger is your only religion. Sleep, your best rest. Get enough of both to make you happy.
When you want to dance, just dance! When you want to laugh, laugh. Because it makes you feel good.
You need not wait for the 'right' environment or signals to do things you like doing. If something refreshes you, do it anyway.
Live in the moment.
Who knows if there's a tomorrow? This moment is what matters now. Make it count.
#MyLittleYogi
On taking and giving
Ask and you shall receive
When you want something, don't be hesitant to ask for it. You may have to modulate how you ask, but do it nevertheless. Too many things were lost for the want of asking.
Sometimes, a simple smile is all the thanks you need to offer.
Remember to thank those who've helped you. Those who are close to you will understand everything you want to say from your smile. To them, give your affection unreservedly.
The chirping of the birds at the break of dawn is a wonder worthy of admiration.
Take joy in the little things in life. Life itself is a wonder. Enjoy the sunrise and the sunset as much as the next blockbuster movie.
On feeling sad/ bad/ mad
Sometimes it's okay to just cry it out.
If you don't feel, you are less than human. Crying was the first thing you did, without being taught how to. Don't be embarrassed to let the water flow.
Mum's lap is the best place in the world.
Whatever your pain, just being close to mum will make it easier. Cherish her while she's there.
Get angry. Then get over it.
It's all right to express yourself when things don't go your way. But don't bear a grudge. If you hurt someone, make up in the best way you can.
On learning and accomplishing
It's okay to forget old things when you are learning new things - double the joy when you relearn the old things.
Consider life a classroom and you will enjoy every moment. You may need to vacate some space for new things. Start with your body for it houses the miracle of your life. Learn to use it well.
There's no end to trying... till you succeed.
We were meant to go forwards, even if it involves a step backwards sometimes. Fall down, then rise again. Ask for help if you like.
Give everything your own thought.
Examine the world with your own eyes and hands, your own lens. Make your own opinions.
Take a minute to pause when you achieve something new - soak in the admiration you receive.
It's okay to feel proud of something you've worked hard to achieve, even something seemingly as simple as waving a hand or standing on your own feet. Believe in yourself.
On the mundane and the profound
When you're hungry, eat. When you're tired, sleep it off.
Hunger is your only religion. Sleep, your best rest. Get enough of both to make you happy.
When you want to dance, just dance! When you want to laugh, laugh. Because it makes you feel good.
You need not wait for the 'right' environment or signals to do things you like doing. If something refreshes you, do it anyway.
Live in the moment.
Who knows if there's a tomorrow? This moment is what matters now. Make it count.
#MyLittleYogi
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