There are chapters of my life that I rarely speak about – moments where the pain was so intense, so…

There are chapters of my life that I rarely speak about – moments where the pain was so intense, so private, that even putting it into words felt impossible.

I remember how many times I broke down into pieces – quietly, invisibly.

I remember crying myself to sleep, overwhelmed by emotions I couldn’t explain.

I remember days where it felt like the world was moving forward and I was stuck – trapped in a place of emotional darkness, unable to see the light.

There were moments I questioned everything. Moments where giving up felt easier than going on.

And yet, despite it all… I am still here.

Still breathing.

Still trying.

Still choosing to live.

Not because the pain disappeared overnight, but because somewhere, deep inside me, a small spark remained – the part of me that refused to give up completely.

And today, I look back at that version of myself with compassion and pride.

Because I didn’t think I’d make it through.

But I did.

This is not just my story – it’s the story of many.

So many people carry pain silently.

We show up to work. We smile. We respond to messages. We post, we speak, we build…

And yet, inside, we’re carrying storms no one sees.

We are all – in some way – trying to move forward each day, hoping that eventually, things will get better.

And to anyone reading this who feels like they’re drowning in emotion, weighed down by grief, heartbreak, or exhaustion, I want to say:

Please don’t give up on yourself.

Even if you feel tired.

Even if everything feels overwhelming.

Even if no one seems to notice how hard you’re trying.

You are stronger than you realize.

You are more courageous than you know.

You have already survived so much – and that in itself is proof of your resilience.

Keep living – even if it’s one breath at a time.

• Live for the people who truly love you, even if they don’t always know how to express it.

• Live for the dreams that are still waiting inside you.

• Live for the version of yourself who’s still hopeful, still curious, still believes in peace.

• Most importantly, live for yourself – because you are worthy of a life filled with light, healing, and love.

🌿 You matter.

Your existence matters.

Your story is still unfolding.

You are not alone in your struggle, even if it feels that way right now.

And one day, maybe not far from today, you’ll look back and realize:

This pain shaped your purpose.

This battle made you softer, wiser, stronger.

So please – keep going.

And never forget: you always deserve a peaceful and beautiful life, no matter what you’ve been through.

With all my heart,

Ridhima