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Taking the Plunge

What’s something you’ve done that you never thought you could?

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After turning half a century a few months ago, there are quite a few things I’ve done that I never thought I’d do.

When I first started working, I never thought I would quit my job without having another one lined up. I did that in 2011, 2013 and 2022. (Yes, I got braver as the years passed!)

I didn’t think I would be able to see marine life up close, as I’ve always been afraid of swimming in the sea. Yet, I had the opportunity to experience beautiful marine creatures swimming close to me in the crystal-clear waters of Tioman. (I finally took the plunge and was rewarded for my efforts).

Most importantly, I never thought I would go from being agnostic for most of my life to following the path of Sanatana Dharma. This unexpected decision has changed my life 180 degrees. (And the journey continues!)

7 responses to “Taking the Plunge”

  1. iamfoolz Avatar
    iamfoolz

    AV, life has a way of showing us that the person we think we are today may surprise us tomorrow. Sometimes we need to take a step without knowing where it will lead, and only later realise how much that step changed us. Wishing you well as your journey continues.!

  2. Anu Venugopal Avatar

    Absolutely WF! Life has a way of surprising us, even after a few failures along the way. Wishing you all the best on your journey too.

  3. Lalitha Avatar

    The kindest thing we can do ourselves is to get out of our own way and allow us the joy and miracle of completely surprising ourselves by who we become and enjoying the journey to the fullest! May your journey bring you the best of you! 🤞🏾🙏🏾

    1. Anu Venugopal Avatar

      You’re 100% right Lalitha. The best things in life are surprises we give ourselves. Thank you for reading and commenting, and all the best on your journey too. 🌹

      1. Lalitha Avatar

        Thank you Anu🙏🏾😊

  4. sriwrites Avatar

    Sometimes, stepping outside our comfort zone leads us to things we never imagined for ourselves. Cheers!

    1. Anu Venugopal Avatar
      Anu Venugopal

      💯 Agree with you Sri. Taking that scary step or jump could be the best thing we’ve done for ourselves. Cheers!

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