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Power of Positive Thinking

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Positive thinking is a mental and emotional balance you need to draw to stay focused and look for results that will benefit you. It is about affirming promising visions and ideas in yourself and anticipating happiness, satisfaction, and success. Positive thinking focuses on optimistic thoughts and sentiments to improve one’s perspective on life. It concerns actively thinking about positive rather than negative thoughts and experiences. By embracing a positive mindset, people can improve their mental and emotional well-being and achieve their goals more effectively. Some ways to practice positive thinking include gratitude journaling, visualisation, and reframing negative thoughts into positive ones.

It is imperative to stay focused, leveraging the law of attraction – allowing the Universe to understand you and grant you all good things that are destined your way. Self-realization and discipline are necessary for the process to be smooth – for you to permit to grasp the slightest desire of your inner self and communicate precisely what you want from the world. May it be something you want for yourself or something you wish for others, the more you believe and attract that energy, the more the chances are for the process to be smoother and perhaps faster.

10 ways towards a positive mindset

  1. Practice gratitude by keeping a journal of things you are thankful for.
  2. Stay occupied and exercise regularly to boost endorphins and improve mood.
  3. Surround yourself with positive people and avoid negativity.
  4. Use positive affirmations to reframe negative thoughts.
  5. Practice mindfulness and focus on the present moment.
  6. Set realistic and achievable goals for yourself.
  7. Take care of your physical health by eating well and getting enough sleep.
  8. Practice forgiveness and let go of grudges.
  9. Engage in activities that you enjoy and that bring you joy.
  10. Cultivate an attitude of optimism and look for the good in every situation.

What you think, speak and act is what you shall attract. What you believe to be true is what is going to be the truth – what you say is what you get – what you think is what you attract – is the simple yet accurate law of the Universe. Therefore, what you understand of yourself is what you make of yourself. The more you earnestly desire for yourself what you shall ultimately attract.

If you keep saying – “I ain’t gonna lose that weight,” – you ain’t! But, if you affirm, “I am going to make myself financially stronger,” you may make it. Hence, BELIEVE in what you want and prove to yourself all the right things. Witness your life change!

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Aakanksha Dinah, a passionate writer, orator, communicator focused on establishing a Training institution centered on creativity and innovation. Aakanksha is a true believer in loving the work we do and strongly believes in smart-work, the reason why creativity works better for her. Aakanksha is enormously focused on making a career in professional writing and publishing. She loves writing poems, self-help articles, and essays. An enthusiast when it comes to learning languages and in short, Aakanksha is a wanderer, an explorer, a mom, a dog-mom, a poet, a cook, a writer, and an influencer.

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How I Am To Be Treated

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No one showed me how I was to be treated. It may be something most women face. For years, we have been completely denying how a woman is to be treated right. It’s a different story that women are less appreciated and most often taken for granted. However, what is more noteworthy is that women tend to forget that certain boundaries need to be drawn, and they deserve to be treated with respect and empathy.

Women brought up in a family where the men treat the women the right way, know what to expect from the men in their lives. However, not all women are fortunate to have such a background. Many women face discrimination because of their gender right from childhood. This is true worldwide, regardless of which state or country you are from.

Men always have been given the upper hand over everything – from jobs to pay to even having fun! However, women are slowly trying to tear through the tight-knit stereotypes of how they are supposed to act and behave. With multiple hurdles to cross, women are steadily setting the lines straight once and for all.

As we speak about women trying to empower and nurture the lost essence of caring for and processing the feminine understandings, they are also allowing and submitting themselves to a mediocre partnership where they are neither treated as they are supposed to be nor are they appreciated for who they are. It happens because of the lack of guidance and mentoring when young. It is scientifically proven that women who have been victims of gender bias when they are young tend to fall for all the wrong men. It’s perhaps seeking out what is missing. The urge to get whatever is possible. This understanding of womanhood, this misunderstanding of who they are and how beautiful they are, throw them depression, anxiety, self-doubt, and lack of confidence.

If only each woman knows what she is capable of and what she deserves, she shall not settle for anything less. It is, therefore, our responsibility as a generation that knows values and what it is to be valued to show the youngsters what to expect and where to draw the line. Not only are the women to be educated on how they ought to be treated, but the men also are to be educated on the same. Men are to be made to realize that women are equally, if not more, capable and efficient in many walks of life, and it’s alright for them to take control. Wouldn’t it be so cool to have someone appreciate and cater to all your emotional and physical needs!? Well, why can’t you be that for yourself!? The more women seek happiness, love, compassion, and care from others, the more they will find it in deficit. Think about it…

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Aakanksha Dinah, a passionate writer, orator, communicator focused on establishing a Training institution centered on creativity and innovation. Aakanksha is a true believer in loving the work we do and strongly believes in smart-work, the reason why creativity works better for her. Aakanksha is enormously focused on making a career in professional writing and publishing. She loves writing poems, self-help articles, and essays. An enthusiast when it comes to learning languages and in short, Aakanksha is a wanderer, an explorer, a mom, a dog-mom, a poet, a cook, a writer, and an influencer.

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Power Within You

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You are powerful. You are strong. You are unstoppable. You are a solid individual who believes in nothing but yourself.

Affirmations are powerful. Self-affirmations are dangerously inspiring for you to begin to witness the world a whole lot differently. But, there is something more important than being a good influence on others – it is uplifting yourself each day, every day.

Wholesome thoughts, aspirations, dreams, desires – everything you have within you pushes you to better yourself and achieve that goal in your mind. Only you can drive yourself to that edge where you sit and wonder whether you are doing justice to yourself. Loving yourself has a more profound influence than you might think.

Inspiring yourself to heal and protect your vibe is an exceptional gift you can give yourself. Yes, there are times when you feel low and worthless – it’s natural. It’s just hormones doing their work! You must know yourself better – not that everyone else is perfect – each one is fighting a battle you don’t know anything about! So, get up, stop whining and start from where you left off.

Each day is an opportunity to see through the mist and find that piece that completes the puzzle. Find you. Be you. Be gladly just YOU.

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Aakanksha Dinah, a passionate writer, orator, communicator focused on establishing a Training institution centered on creativity and innovation. Aakanksha is a true believer in loving the work we do and strongly believes in smart-work, the reason why creativity works better for her. Aakanksha is enormously focused on making a career in professional writing and publishing. She loves writing poems, self-help articles, and essays. An enthusiast when it comes to learning languages and in short, Aakanksha is a wanderer, an explorer, a mom, a dog-mom, a poet, a cook, a writer, and an influencer.

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Happy Me Over Strong Me

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I have always wanted to be a strong girl. I have always wanted to be strong from within, wiring myself to be more hard on the outside. But instead, I was building concrete walls around me, stopping everything that came to me – good and evil.

Little did I realize that being strong is not the ultimate goal. Strength comes with being happy. The real power comes with being content and emotionally stable.

Strength is the capability to withstand all things difficultly, cross streams with harsh currents and solve puzzles that puzzle the mind! Real strength comes with time and healing. True strength comes from understanding how to deal with stress and anxiety and keeping a positive aura.

True strength came when I understood that being hard on myself was not helping. I gained power from within when I realized that I was more than enough for myself. I owe it to myself to be happy and satisfied. I must give myself the feeling of appreciation and stop expecting it from outside.

I realized that external validation is different from what I must seek. I must validate myself and appreciate myself for everything I am. I must show compassion to myself and stop looking out for others to show affection. When I cannot give myself the things I yearn for from others, they feel overwhelmed and suffocated too. I recognized my needs and desires and my craving for attention and empathy. I started showing all these emotions to myself and saw that I was healing from within.

I was healing from the constant need for approval, appreciation, affection, love, and care. I was healing from the hurt I felt when I did not receive what I was looking for. I was healing from the pain my heart felt when I felt lonely. I was healing from constantly pushing myself to be strong when I needed to be more considerate towards myself.

Not just a strong me, but a HAPPY me this new season…

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Aakanksha Dinah, a passionate writer, orator, communicator focused on establishing a Training institution centered on creativity and innovation. Aakanksha is a true believer in loving the work we do and strongly believes in smart-work, the reason why creativity works better for her. Aakanksha is enormously focused on making a career in professional writing and publishing. She loves writing poems, self-help articles, and essays. An enthusiast when it comes to learning languages and in short, Aakanksha is a wanderer, an explorer, a mom, a dog-mom, a poet, a cook, a writer, and an influencer.

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More Human, Less God

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We all have a life - 
As kids, we don't seem to
See through the transparent glass
Of our parents laughing, crying, feeling… 
As kids, we don't see their tears,
We overlook sacrifices and tags of prices,
We overlook their burden, their hurdles;
Oversee the fact that they are more humans
Less God, less 'parents,' less idols we have created!

We, as kids, don't give them lives - 
Lives of their own that they cherish…
We as kids don't see them young,
Don't see them with their hearts racing,
We don't see them in their true colours,
We don't see them in their true spirit!

We, as kids, defend ourselves with the 
So-called "parents are supposed to be like this" card;
We, as kids, humble them when
We are the ones to humble and bow down… 
We question as we made them;
Throwing tantrums, they don't have to handle:
Little do we realize until we become parents ourselves…

We, as kids, forget that they had a life,
Have a life and will have a life after us…
They lived, are living, and will continue to live 
The way they want to - good, bad, ugly;
It is nothing but their choice. 

We, as kids, forget that mom and dad were 
Husband and wife before and after we are born;
They romance, dance, and perhaps fight:
We as kids forget - it is their lives, not ours!

We, as kids, overlook how human they are,
Just as they ought to be - imperfectly perfect;
How faulted, tainted, broken they are,
Perhaps just as we are as kids… 
We, as kids, forget how they are 
Just as kids as we are!

Aakanksha Dinah, a passionate writer, orator, communicator focused on establishing a Training institution centered on creativity and innovation. Aakanksha is a true believer in loving the work we do and strongly believes in smart-work, the reason why creativity works better for her. Aakanksha is enormously focused on making a career in professional writing and publishing. She loves writing poems, self-help articles, and essays. An enthusiast when it comes to learning languages and in short, Aakanksha is a wanderer, an explorer, a mom, a dog-mom, a poet, a cook, a writer, and an influencer.

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New year, Old me, And New outlook

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It’s the dawn of a new year, and we are excited and anxious simultaneously for what it brings. Many of us make new year’s resolutions and expect ourselves to be different regarding self-love, finances, lifestyle, career, relationships, and more. This part of the year is regarded as the phase of transition and evolution. As we step into a new year, there is renewed hope and faith. There is that small light on the other side of the tunnel. Hope for a better year is what expects us to be newer versions of ourselves. 

Well, is it necessary to 'change' ourselves and try to do something different to feel happy about what is in store for us in the coming year? Or, is it necessary to go on, do the drill, be more effective in what we've already done, and keep faith in ourselves that matters more? 

It is all perspectives. The more we try to ‘change’ ourselves each year (which most often loses its pace after a certain point into the new phase, like many new year’s resolutions that fail), the more we set ourselves up for dissatisfaction and disheartenment. The point here is to be ourselves – each year, every year. It’s natural to lose people, gain interests, have career shifts, and witness life drastically changes over the years. 

However, it’s not the best idea to think of ourselves as people who need change and newness every year – simply because it’s different from how it works. For example, if we plan on going on a diet or starting a new hobby, it’s best to create the same day than wait for the new year to come. It simply shows we are not rooting for success in that area. 

So, the whole new year, the new me phase, has to be understood differently. So, why not think, new year, old me, new outlook? That sounds perfect!

Aakanksha Dinah, a passionate writer, orator, communicator focused on establishing a Training institution centered on creativity and innovation. Aakanksha is a true believer in loving the work we do and strongly believes in smart-work, the reason why creativity works better for her. Aakanksha is enormously focused on making a career in professional writing and publishing. She loves writing poems, self-help articles, and essays. An enthusiast when it comes to learning languages and in short, Aakanksha is a wanderer, an explorer, a mom, a dog-mom, a poet, a cook, a writer, and an influencer.

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The Season Of Giving

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This time of the year is unique. It’s the season of feeling grateful for the whole year, reminiscing memories made, victories won, and hurdles crossed. It is the season of letting go and looking forward. It is the season of newness, hope, joy, and light.

There is something special about the December air, something about the mysterious charm in the spirit of it; vibes of holidays, roasted chicken, and smiles all over the place. It is a transitional period, readying hearts to expect the unexpected in the new years to come…


This season, let us learn the art of giving; the spirit of sharing, being there for one another, and holding on to good things in life. Let us heal and rise above our fears and battles, shine through blunders of the past, and fly through the mist of curiosity and overwhelming expectations from life. Let us be grateful for the miracles and stay rooted in the values we should pass on to future generations. Let us not get carried away by the worldly attributes of modernity and insanity. Instead, let us see through the tinted window, the rainbow for a brighter tomorrow…

Let us give ourselves the joy of self-realization, self-love, and self-worth. Let us make this world a much better place to live. This season of giving, let us give ourselves the reason to be our best versions!

With that, I wish all our readers a cheerful, beautiful, fun-filled, and fruitful New Year!

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Learn Self-Love

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Self-love is as essential as breathing and prevailing. It keeps you going, your mind stable, and gives you purpose to keep the rhythm melodious. Self-love gives you an openness to newness. It empowers wisdom, creativity, productivity, and an aura none can second. With self-love, you create your spirit – you pull all the elements of the universe to align to the absolute closeness of yourself and nature. You create your character, the mark and scent you will leave behind. 

Self-love allows you to breathe pure freshness and see visions crystal clear. Self-love promotes positivity not just within you but outside of you, touching lives as you sail through all the different things you do. Self-love gives you an idea of who you are and how important little things are to you. Self-love consumes insecurities and indifferences and connects you to nature and the ultimate truth of finding inner peace. 

Self-love honours boundaries and establishes a foundation of grit, strength, and power. It reflects a persona so enigmatic and enhances emotional and mental health. It motivates you to do better for yourself and focus on YOU rather than getting caught up in the web of such a rash and fast-paced world. 

Self-love keeps you grounded and lets you recognise and be root to where you are from. It gives you uniqueness and ensures you are simply the best version of yourself. 

Self-love is worth it. Self-love makes you worth it all. So it’s time to slowly let loose, learn to recover from everything that hurt, and give yourself space and time to heal and self-love. 

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Sunsets

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What is it about sunsets?
Is it the beaming rays of hope;
Or the door to what is done and dusted?
Is it the dawning of a new day,
Or the history of yesterday?
Is it the beginning or the 
End to a chapter perhaps unfinished, or
A synopsis of what, who, how and when:
Perhaps the preface to what the future holds?

Is it the colour, light, ray of magnificence?
Or the horror, power and reminiscence of a finished hour? 
Do all the sunsets have the same story to tell?
Maybe a different tale each time it bids farewell!
Sunsets are orange, beautiful and whole. 

Before the moon and the stars take up their places,
This orange hue lights up the world,
Reminding it of the 'in-betweens' - 
The grey spots, the time that very few remember! 
Sunsets are wonderful - going away only to come back…
Stories of consistency, miracles and new joy. 
As the beams shine through leaves and waters - 
Sunsets are deep, meaningful and historic;
Yes, each time, every time! 

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Breathe

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Hurt is okay. It makes you more human. 

Imagine your life was only full of happy and good times, with nothing to heal from and learn. It would be a mess, just as impressive as it may sound! Feeling hurt and emotionally vulnerable is equally a significant part of life as happiness, joy, and fun. 

The bad days and times you feel lonely, hurt, or scared are times you learn more about and from life. Scars teach you to accept yourself. Hurt teaches you to restore yourself and heal from wounds others may not be able to see. 

Those times you have cried alone in the bath or buried your face into the pillow at night are probably times you have evolved and matured. Though it may sound cliche, hurt and sadness add to life’s ups and downs. 

The best way to deal with trauma or something that has you all anxious and caught up is to breathe and understand what you are going through. You need to learn what you need, appreciate what you have and keep faith in tomorrow. Never accuse yourself of feeling a particular way. Some people deal with stress differently, and some need help – which is fine individually – each journey to revival and healing is different and unique. 

What you can do for yourself is to allow yourself to feel what you feel. Validate your emotions and feel your feelings wholeheartedly. Something that may seem too much now shall face thin air in no time! All you got to do is understand that time heals everything and everyone. It’s just a matter of time before you feel amazing again! 

Breathe. Hurt only makes you more human. 

It is binding to focus on making yourself feel better and overcome the obstacle that makes you feel this way. Hurt and emotional instability pave the way to discovering yourself and self-pampering. It encourages self-love, which is very necessary for your well-being. 

May it be anger, frustration, jealousy, anxiety, hatred, prolonged crying, depression, unforgiveness, loneliness, fear, inadequacy, guilt, or emptiness: you must prioritize your mental state and encourage yourself to feel better. Rationalize and logically think of solutions to feel better. Make an effort. Accept yourself and appreciate yourself for feeling everything and anything human! 

Breathe. It is all fine. Hurt and scars maketh you.  

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