A Retrospection on Women’s Day

8th March is celebrated as International Women’s Day everywhere in the world. Though I am not quite a fan of a focused Women’s day for such a celebration, yet felt like penning down my life’s journey as a girl and a woman. My sole objective is to encourage all my fellow women in their individual endeavours and to bring out the talent hidden in them. You may term it as my tribute on Women’s Day.

“Women must emerge out of the stereotype beliefs and thought of yesteryears, that struggle is just for men folks. Being a human being and an individual with dreams, desires, passions, and ambitions to drive oneself forward to grow should be the motive. Struggles, hardships, and obstacles may eventually come in between. The joy is in overcoming them and being victorious. Every one of us possesses the strength, the key is to recognize the talent hidden within you and allow it to flourish. The vital aspect of prospering is to be steady and consistent in your efforts. But not to forget being compassionate, and empathetic towards mankind. Love others as you want them to love you. Respect others as you want them to respect you. Be brave and confident in your efforts. Hold your head high, look at the sky and twine yourself with the beauty of the world around you.”

So even if you celebrate Women’s Day, it should be with this spirit in mind.

Birth

I was a bundle of joy, as my parents say, when I was born in this beautiful world. My buttery cheeks and little eyes, likewise other babies, were greeted by my parents with all the love and affection they could shower upon me. Wanting to be fondled in their arms, I tugged into their warmth and caress. And hence started the journey of a baby girl to unfold the mysteries of life.

Learnings and Grooming

I grew up steadily under the able guidance of my parents. Every day the little girl inside me dreamt night and day, wanting to explore the unknowns. The eagerness was limited to discover the world beyond my home boundary or the school walls. My parents encouraged me in every way they could. They loved my inquisitiveness and went beyond their limits to introduce me to a colossal store of knowledge. I loved my own creative world, and was elated to float into it more and more, forcing myself to stretch forward. Curiosities constantly cultivated in my mind, and I thoroughly enjoyed curating my thoughts in a way to flourish and bloom into my journey of knowledge and ambition. With all my dreams and thoughts, I stepped into adolescence. I was never fascinated by luxuries, completely ignorant of fashions and trends. I only desired to be successful in life, and my parents were delighted with my spirit. They dreaded the challenges that lay ahead, but they prepared me for the worst and to be steady in life. Their blessings never felt short, and not only them, my teachers and my closed ones had all their best wishes stored in heaps for me. I crossed all hurdles in grace, never allowing disappointment to overshadow me. I was somehow confident of defying the odds, enlightening myself as vividly as I can, in short, I loved to be a princess of my imaginary kingdom.

“Encouragement was a weapon
I still treasure in my heart
Yes, it was gifted to me
By my dear parents
Lucky I am
Privileged I am
To be born
In my mother’s womb
And following the footsteps of my father.

For long I had judged
My inner strengths
A mix of affection and courage
That’s how I define myself
I may be wrong
Yet I love to bear
The beauty of my mother
The will power of my father
Eternal and divine as much as they are”

College Life

After my school, I ventured into a new era of life. Leaving the comfort of my sweet home and the constant supervision of my parents, I went on to study Engineering. My vision was crystal clear as I continued my education. And yes, not to miss, I gained immense experience to face the world alone with brevity. My friend’s circle expanded more and it still is. I acquainted myself with a plethora of knowledge, a true testimony to womanhood. College offered me the opportunity to step into another challenging world, the professional life, and I was ready to face it.

Professional Life

As you think about Women’s Day, remember that this part of your life is where you either fall back or grow up. Memories of the day are still fresh in my mind when I stepped into the professional world. Confusion, jubilance, and anxiety, a concoction of emotions revolved around me. But I am glad that I never fell apart or went back, for such was I equipped with an inner strength. Struggles were imminent at each stage of my career growth, but I sailed through each one of them. I ventured along traveling across countries, connecting with many people of various cultures, various backgrounds, various talents, and various skills; a life that I truly dreamt of. Achievements were on my plate the way I desired for them. Appreciations poured in from all corners and I am grateful to my mentors and well-wishers. I continued with my aspirations, never did I allow pride or arrogance overshadow my compassionate mind. This was a lesson imbibed within me by my parents.

Wife and a Mother

One final day, following the societal norms, I tied my knot with my partner. I was confronted with responsibilities, but I prevented myself from being overwhelmed with burden. And then one final day, a precious gift from God arrived in my arms and lovingly I tugged him in my arms and held close to my heart. My baby boy was born. The feelings of a mother is tough to express in words, each day watching him crawl, walk, smile, and speak.

A Discovery

“Immersed in daily chores
Pacing up with my profession
One day as I sat beside the window
Gazing at the moon and the stars
A voice echoed in my ears
Is that it?
What happened to that ambitious, passionate lady? Who dreamt big?
Who craved to explore what lies beyond the horizon?

Startled I was
As I glanced at myself in the mirror
Am I lost?
Have I forgotten who I am?
Yes, I am a mother, a daughter, a wife, and a professional
But have I identified myself well?
A word rung all around me – “No”
It’s not too late to rejuvenate myself.

Gathering my wits
Once again, I incited my desires
Recapitulated my goals
And started off my new venture
Into the world of literature
Tough it was at the beginning
Late nights and early mornings
Deprived of sleep
I struggled a lot.

A zeal to overcome all obstacles
Gripped my mind
Unstoppable I was
Undaunted in my progress
Concerns and worries
Constantly chased me
But I had to linger on
To reach the ladder
I had planned long.

My writing ventures
Emerged steadily
Much to my delight
And leap-bounding happiness
Money was not what I craved for
A satisfaction
That’s beyond explanations
Entertained my soul
In its full glory.

Today I stand
In front of the same mirror
And feel accomplished
A mother, daughter, wife, IT professional, writer, social media influencer, blogger, news reporter, and a YouTuber

Fame may not have
Tapped on my doors
With its mammoth size
But in whatever miniscule size it has
I respect it
I cherish it
I embrace it
And lastly, I enjoy it.

And thereby my friends, I conclude the narration of my Journey to success and womanhood on this Women’s Day. Let us strive to make every single day a Women’s Day.