A few Years do not matter much...

During my late 20`s, I fell prey to significant depression. I had spent several years on my project, in my personal life, and everything was gone. I was stuck, anxious, and depressed.

As I tried to figure out my life and ways to fight back, I ran into one of my mentors. He first encouraged me to fight back and then shared a story with me of his life.

He states that "I wanted to become a teacher, and during my final years, a friend of mine recommended me to join engineering. I was near finishing my education at university and soon to be out for a job. However, my friend convinced me that it is only another four years of study, but it will change our life. I first felt hesitant, but after analyzing it, I took his advice and went for it. And guess what, my friend was right. It changed my life. I did all sorts of tasks, traveled the world, and received all sorts of privileges from the govt. I became a chief engineer for our department and a mentor for many".

He then told me," A few years in a person's life wasted is not a big deal as long s/he finds the right direction."

He reminded me of all of my achievements throughout my life. I understood. I understood it very well. I decided to fight back with even more determination.

I learned that we must view our lives as a whole. Understandably, the longer we spend time on something, the complex it is to start over. However, accepting the reality, adapting it, and moving forward makes us more resilient and teaches us never to give up.

We all grow together???? I love you all ??