Embracing Life

#Life #stressedout #challenges #change

I vividly recall that day as a second-grader, trembling while delivering the morning prayer to the entire school assembly. My heart raced so furiously I feared I might faint. Years passed, and I found myself in countless similar situations, each accompanied by that familiar surge of stress. Moments when it felt unbearable, when my body protested vehemently—like those dreaded math exams that once made me physically ill or the high-pressure events where I had to take centre stage as an anchor.

In hindsight, I'm grateful for every one of those nerve-wracking experiences. Despite the fear, I never hesitated to raise my hand. I often questioned what drove me to embrace such discomfort. It eventually dawned on me: I thrive on the thrill of it all.

And now, look at the result. The panic that once consumed me on that grand scale has receded. Yes, there are still butterflies, but the feeling of paralyzing fear no longer lingers. I've grown accustomed to it, in fact I now love it.

So, I am grateful that my parents pushed me onto the stage or my bosses encouraged me to tackle new challenges, I've been honing my ability to manage stress. Who could have predicted this transformation? Am I completely free of stress? Not really, but I've evolved into a more relaxed individual, savouring everything life has to offer and raising my hand to participate in the unknown.