A Go-getter's year Review
The 22
nd year of my life was full of achievements, travel,
learning, reflections and moving on. In the beginning of the year I
made one of my dreams come true. I always wanted to secure 4.0 GPA in
BBA since I joined the course. Finally in the 8
th semester I
did it. It felt like hitting the bull’s eye. I don’t think GPA reflects
my intelligence or makes me a better person or student but accomplishing
my goal feels great.
Many people have this concept that when you are involved in a full
time job and extra-curricular activities you miss out on your studies.
But I know for sure that applying your classroom learning at work and
sharing your work experiences at class is quite beneficial.
Honestly, it was not at all fun at times to wake up at two in the
morning to prepare for exams, complete assignments and project works and
balance a full time job as a journalist for a leading national daily
and host a Radio Talk show. But it was all worthwhile. I graduated as
the ‘Best Graduating Student’.
(
This one is for my parents, teachers, mentors, friends and everyone who
has helped me. Would not be possible without you, really. )
Then I also got an opportunity experience and write about Bungy
jumping at The Last Resort. I did the Tandem swing. It was a life time
experience. Swinging just above the wild Bhotekoshi River and having the
golden rays of sunshine on my face made me realize how beautiful this
world is.
(The most adventurous moment of my entire life..many more to come, please stay tuned! Thank you Aman Dai and The Last Resort)
After that success, I went for an exciting and memorable college tour
to India. Gazing at the setting sun at the Marine drive in Mumbai,
parasailing and singing karaoke in Goa, shopping and meeting my cousin
in Delhi and exploring the majestic beauty of Jaipur with my friends
will always be cherished. I did not get much time to travel with my
friends during the four years so I enjoyed India tour to the fullest
without worrying about anything and living every bit of it.
Well, the year just about successes. I tried learning swimming but on
the first day of training itself I got allergies and rashes all over my
body. Even though I tried doing it for two more days, I was not afraid
of water and picked up the instructions well but the allergies got worse
and I couldn’t continue. I have learnt that not everything is meant for
me in life and I must sometimes let go. My body has some limitations
and I should accept and respect it.
I also went for bike rides around the valley. One of the most
memorable one was the ride to Kakani, we meditated for a while in Osho
Tapoban and enjoyed eating trout fish. The hills looked mesmerizing
while on the way back home. The sky was full of twinkling stars and the
city brightened up with all the glowing lights.
Beautiful view from Kakani
2016 was also a year full of learning and work. I interviewed young
entrepreneurs and wrote lead stories focusing on tourism issues for the
English national daily. I also coordinated with other
writers/contributors and learnt basic editing skills. Further, I also
attended a workshop on Journalism, writing and power point
presentations. I tried my best to become a better journalist/writer and a
presenter this year.
Interview with Dr Dee Aker, Advisor for Strategic Peacebuilding, University of San Diego, USA
I left my job at a point where I was about to get a raise and
promotion. I did not have any better offer that attracted me to leave
the work as a full time journalist in one of the leading media houses. I
just followed my intuition. I reached a point where I felt like I need
to learn and grow more. I need to educate myself to do my work better. I
need to understand and explore myself before being committed to
anything in my career. I just moved on and there is nothing that can
stop you when you have the determination to move forward in life. I have
no regrets for the choice I made at this point of my life. I am
grateful to the organization, seniors and juniors for helping me learn
and develop life skills.
A new chapter of my life began after that. I represented Nepal in “5
th
International Buddhist Conclave” where there were delegates from around
40 countries were present. This was a life changing event for me in my
life. I witnessed spiritual
aarati in the Ghats of Varanasi,
observed the holy place Saranath where Buddha gave his first sermon,
visited the Mahabodhi temple and meditated under the Bodhi tree where
Buddha attained enlightenment and stepped on many other spiritual sites.
All of these events and networking with professionals, government
officials and delegates from around the world broadened the horizon of
my mind. It made me more perceptive.
The International Buddhist Conclave
With Ranjit Rae, Ambassador of India to Nepal and other delegates for International Buddhist Conclave, at the Indian Embassy
This year I hosted an international event, ‘Nepal Africa Film
Festival’ in Kathmandu and Bipul Chettri’s concert in Itahari. I met
some really amazing people at these events and I believe every person we
meet and every incident in our life has a purpose and significance.
Sharing my story at the Story Yellers
Hosting Bipul Chetri’s Concert, Itahari
Apart from this I spoke at the Story Yellers where I shared my
learning at Bourgandi Children home where I volunteered during my
undergrad days. I was the Moderator at the First ever Women’s
Entrepreneurship Day in Nepal, presented at Presidential college in the
program ‘Am I weird?’, Judged national speaking championship, attended
Nepathya concert for the first time, learnt how to drive a car.
Moreover, I started something profound this year. I started teaching
and training school and college students. I conducted workshops for
students at various business schools on writing, presentation and public
speaking skills. And I got an opportunity to work with a school to help
students write better. I am learning more when I am helping others
learn and develop new skills. I am highly motivated and I wish to
continue this endeavor.
Last week I visited three different colleges to promote a marathon
for breast cancer awareness. Further, I ran, jogged, walked and
completed 10 kms in the Pinkathon marathon. My intention to run this
marathon was to encourage myself and other people to stay healthy and
happy. I am not running a race. I am paving my way to a unique and
creative journey.
When I look back and reflect on my life so far I feel blessed that I
have not stopped. No matter what I happened I have followed my intuition
and moved on. But I did have some pauses in between, some confusions
and disappointments. In these moments of despair, I have been my own
best friend. I have talked to my own self in silence. I have consoled
and comforted myself. Now I feel really happy when I am at the end of
the day and I enter my room and I am alone.
Overall, 22 was a year that made me wiser and more compassionate. I
truly feel blessed for I have this power to express myself and in this
process I can be connected to people I have never met. As I embark a new
year in my life I express gratitude to each and every being that have
entered my life. Without you my journey is not possible. Let’s walk
together, or let’s meet again at another junction of life.
I can already feel that 23 will be a dream year with more travel and
learning, love and happiness. We all have the capacity to fulfill our
dreams and help others in their journey. I hope we harness this power in
whatever way we can.
