Life Lessons Reflection

Turning 42 and reflecting on the lessons learnt so far..

Love Yourself: Wear your soul with pride – your inner light is unmatched. Be your own biggest cheerleader: treat yourself with kindness, be your closest ally, and believe in your own worth. You don’t need to change because you are already whole and complete, just as you are.

Happiness is a Choice: Honor yourself enough to walk away from people, places, and situations that don’t align with your best interests. Life is too short to waste on unnecessary drama. Choose peace, choose you.

Stop Seeking Validation: You won’t always feel ready for what lies ahead, but taking the first step is what prepares you. If you must seek validation, let it come from those who truly understand and uplift you. Be mindful of where you look for approval.

Value and Nurture Relationships: The best connections in life are mutual. They bring out your brightest self, celebrate your spark, and encourage you to reach your potential. Cherish those who have championed and guided you without expecting anything in return.

Be Humble: Take a moment to reflect on where you’ve come from and the people who helped you along the way. Keep them in your thoughts, wish them well, and express gratitude for the life you’re living. Give back in any way you can – life is a circle, and what you give often comes back to you.

Consistency: Success lies in persistence. Reinventing yourself, staying resilient, and putting in the hard work are timeless principles that never fail. These qualities might not deliver instant results, but they always reward you when the time is right.

Simplicity: As you grow, you’ll find that less is truly more. Reducing the clutter around you clears your mind and brings a sense of fullness and calm. Simplicity quiets the noise and invites peace into your life.

Silence: Lately, taking time to sit quietly by the water and reflecting in solitude has become my new cherished ritual. In silence, you’ll find clarity, believe me silence has its own voice – the mind chatter stops, the heart smiles, there is a sense of balance and conscious living emerges.

Neeta Devadiga