In the footsteps of Jigar Shah, (he's had 4 points of his list in da USA, mahn! :P), I write my own.
Although it doesn't make much sense at the moment; a decade back, I hadn't even entered my teens (not implying I had a blasting teen) but well, let's see.
1. Getting into Advertising
Never had I even imagined myself in this vivid media sector. Back then, I was completely engrossed in Science, the Universe, the Cosmos (I'm not exaggerating, I really was that kind of whiz kid). I wanted to be an Astrophysicist.
Of course, I had no idea whatsoever about my future career, but Advertising?
Albeit, I HAD had whims and fancies about being a Writer or a News Reader or a Fashion Designer.
2. Staying Away from Home
When I was little, every little kid was threatened being sent to Boarding School if they didn't behave. Forget studying in Boarding, I never thought I'd leave my sweet home, Bombay Meri Jaan, for as long as 5yrs (and counting)! I did my Graduation in Applied Arts (another in fluke) from Pune and am, to this date, stuck here. -_-
3. Making Friends Virtually and Meeting Them
Well, I came to know of Orkut only after I completed my SSC. I didn't know there was something called Social Networking that may, and in future, exist in such great proportions. The Internet was an encyclopedia that worked on signals somehow either connected from our telephone line or the Cable.
4. Writing, to Make an Earning
Like I said, getting into Advertising was never even a glimpse in my wildest dreams. Writing (presently, copy-writing) as not just a hobby, makes me believe that you actually SHOULD follow your passion and make a career out of it. I realized, we must choose wisely (or in my case, listen and fall into intuitions and the flow) for what we're going to spend the majority of our life in. Getting a job is much more than an Economic Status. It is a means to make, and leave a mark. I want to inspire.
5. Being Single
Something relating to Looouuuuvveee (#Sadhana Panda :)) had to be mentioned. Well, ten years ago, I'd imagined to at least find someone for keeps. The work is still in progress, the pursuit left to the flow. I've had my share of heartache, and I've learnt from it. And yes, it is always Self-Love we're actually looking for. :)
There are a few other things...like, discovering my varied (even more varied) interests in Photography, Psychology, Music - the Guitar, Footwear, Tae Kwon Do, Designing, Painting, Bikes - especially Cruisers, etc.
Also, almost suddenly holding up a record of being the highest in all things English at School and College, along with discovering that I had a penchant for words. And guys with spectacles. =/
All in all, it appears it has been a journey to Self Discovery. I do feel I could have done so much more, but I don't regret what I did so far. It's okay, however little, however less it might seem. It isn't that less, after all. :)
