"Find strength in the face of criticism"

Stay Inspired, Stay Creative, and Live Your Dream(No:2)

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Motivational Newsletter No: 9

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“It turns out that having someone who believed in my failure more than in my success kept me alert. It made me fierce. Without ever meaning to, my father taught me at an early age to give up on the idea of approval. I wish I could bottle that freedom now and give it to every young writer I meet, with an extra bottle for the women.”

– Ann Patchett, in The New Yorker

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In the midst of the rhythm of life, Anna often found herself whispering a mantra, a mantra that had become her North Star: "They may not believe in me, but I believe in myself." It was a quiet affirmation that carried her through days when doubt and self-doubt seemed to gather like storm clouds.

Anna's journey, like any other, began in the embrace of everyday routines and familiar surroundings. But even from a young age, she felt a fire burning within her – a passion for treating people, giving them healing to mind, body, and soul. She studied Ayurvedic science, the ancient art of healing. In her Degree days (B.A.M.S), She immersed herself in books and studies, eagerly absorbing the wisdom that had been passed down through generations.

The turning point arrived when Anna earned her Master's Degree in Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery. The world lay before her, a canvas on which she could paint her dreams. However, fate had different plans. A job opportunity for her husband led them to a distant land called Oman. The move brought with it a whirlwind of changes, and Anna's path took an unexpected turn.

As the years flowed on, Anna found herself embracing the role of a mother to three beautiful children. Her dreams of practicing Ayurveda in a conventional setting had been set aside, replaced by the responsibilities of family life. Yet, the embers of her passion continued to grow, nurtured by the winds of change.

Anna's heart refused to surrender to the constraints of her circumstances. With the dawning of the digital age, she found a new canvas on which to paint her Ayurvedic dreams. Writing became her refuge, a realm where she could blend her knowledge of healing with the power of words. It was a way to stay connected with her calling, to continue the dance of her spirit.

But as Anna poured her heart onto the digital page, she encountered a chorus of doubters. Well-meaning friends and family questioned her path, failing to see the potential that lay in the world of digital Ayurveda. They couldn't grasp the boundless horizons of the online world, where connections transcended borders and knowledge flowed freely.

Anna's journey was marked by moments of uncertainty. The whispers of criticism sometimes echoed louder than her own convictions. But in those moments, she found strength – a strength rooted in her unwavering belief in herself and the path she had chosen.

Amidst the doubting voices, Anna's mind often wandered back to the moments of her youth – the hours spent studying ancient texts, the joy of healing even the smallest of ailments, and the dreams that had once burned like wildfire within her. Those memories became a wellspring of determination, a fountain from which she drew courage.

And so, with each criticism that came her way, Anna's resolve grew stronger. The doubts of others became a catalyst for her determination. She knew that she was creating a path that was uniquely hers, a path that merged tradition with innovation, and passion with purpose.

Today, as the rays of the sun dance upon her face, Anna sits down to write another page in her story. Yes, it is today’s newsletter from the Asha Team, (Dr.Jayalakshmi Anna Nathasha, and her husband Lenin Joseph) aptly titled "Find Strength in the Face of Criticism,". Through our story, we encourage others to embrace their own paths, stand tall in the face of skepticism, and find solace in the unwavering belief that resides within us.

In every word I pen, in every insight I share, I am a living testament to the power of resilience, the beauty of following one's heart, and the magic that can unfold when we find strength in the face of criticism.