What a year 2023 turned out to be. I’ve often caught myself wondering if it really was ‘my year’—a rather peculiar thought, given the tumult that unfolded. But bear with me as I unpack it all. The year was marked by a staggering revelation: I...
As I look back on my journey, there’s one figure who looms large in the narrative of my childhood––my mother. She was a woman of simple means and a heart that, I believe, harboured love for me on her own terms. But her choices, or perhaps her inability to...
A coronary artery bypass graft is a life-changing operation; there’s no denying that fact. It marks a significant moment in one’s life, an event that forces you to pause, reflect, and confront the harsh realities of your existence. Yet, in the midst of the...
As some of you may know, I recently celebrated reaching the nine-week milestone since my coronary artery bypass procedure (CABG). While this journey has been a rollercoaster, marked by moments of hope and vulnerability, it has also been a profound reminder of the...
In the labyrinthine corridors of our minds, there exists a hidden treasure—a treasure chest filled with memories, emotions, and the fragile innocence of childhood. This treasure is your inner child, a profound aspect of your psyche that holds the key to...
As I sit here in the aftermath of major heart surgery, I find myself marvelling at how remarkably well it’s going. Initially, before entering the operating room, a wave of anxiety washed over me, fuelled by concerns about the pain and discomfort that lay ahead....
