I’ve always believed that life is less of a straight path and more of a winding pilgrimage—a journey marked not by perfection, but by transformation. There are no maps handed to us at birth, no glowing signs that say, “This way to happiness” or “Detour ahead: heartbreak.” We stumble. We question. We learn. Life stretches us in uncomfortable ways—sometimes with grace, sometimes with grit—but always with the promise of growth. And while I don’t pretend to have all the answers, I’ve come to trust that every chapter—messy or magical—is preparing us for the version of ourselves we’ve yet to meet.

These past few months have been just that: an unfolding. A series of lessons disguised as detours. A soft reckoning with self-worth, purpose, and the courage it takes to rewrite your narrative.

August was rough.
I faced bullying at work—branded unfairly, reduced to assumptions because I was new in my role. It made me question myself. My leadership. My worth.

It hurts to be judged for things that have nothing to do with your heart—appearance, beliefs, tone, or even quiet confidence.
But here’s what I’ve learned:
We don’t always get to choose how people see us, but we do get to choose how we respond.

I believe in kindness, always. But kindness isn’t passivity.
Sometimes, being kind means walking away. Other times, it means standing tall and saying, “That’s not okay.”
There’s strength in gentleness and dignity in setting boundaries. I’ve decided to protect my peace, speak with grace, and rise—not for revenge, but for self-respect.

September brought a massive shift.
I said yes to a new chapter—stepping into the role of Clinical Nurse Specialist.

It wasn’t an easy choice. I stood at a crossroads, torn between comfort and growth. But life is built on choices, isn’t it? Some clear, some gut-driven. Each one, a ripple effect.

I’ve learned that decision-making isn’t about perfection.
It’s about intention.
Taking the time to weigh, reflect, and trust yourself.

With every choice we make, we shape the people we’re becoming. And with this decision, I chose evolution.

OCTOBER: New Hair, New Cat, Same Me 🐾✂️

This month? Well… I chopped my hair and adopted a furry little companion.
Impulsive? Maybe. On-brand for me? Absolutely.
There’s something wildly freeing about making bold little moves—it reminds me that we’re allowed to rewrite the script whenever we feel like it.

But the best part of October?
Celebrating our 4th year anniversary as a batch here in England.
Time flies, but memories stay rooted. I’m grateful for every shared struggle, every laugh, and every friendship that has quietly held me up.

November is calling with something new:
I’ll be starting a course at Birmingham City University, and I’m beyond excited for it! A fresh beginning, a new door opening, and hopefully, a few more moments to breathe in the good.

Until then, my loves—
Keep going. Keep growing.
Life doesn’t have GPS, but your heart knows the way.

With love,
Anj ❤