I wanted to take a moment to thank everyone. As some of you know, my marriage dissolved after 10 years in December 2016. And I have since found details of infidelity which were difficult to grasp.
But thanks to the wonderful turn of events in my life, I have never been happier. I was a broken man not too long ago. And so many fellow bloggers encouraged me. People I met in the world encouraged me. And that helped me fight the fight.
My posts have been fairly anonymous. But I want to change that slowly. This is me with my son. I lost 25 pounds since December and I have probably been a more engaged father ever since.
My recovery had three major components:
- Advice and Inspiration: My friends, This blog, youtube, TED talks, and my therapist. All of them provided me reasons to fight. And gave me immeasurable hope that all will be well.
- Physical transformation: I work out religiously. I dress better. I challenge myself. This had a very positive impact on how I walk, how I relate to people. How I see myself.
- Music. Once again, music transformed me. The ability to perform, and be applauded, gave me such a huge confidence boost.
I picked up a new sport of mountain biking. And I totally love it. I ride 1-2 times a week, this allows me to finish the days exhausted, satisfied. It helps me feel exhilaration. Downhill on a MTB, I hit 28mph. Its sheer adrenaline, focus, skill and fear. It feels like I am living.
I also did a solo camping trip. I invested in a tent , sleeping bag. What an amazing experience that was.
I wake up excited everyday and dream of my future. I learnt many many lessons. One amongst them is, “If you smile at the universe, the universe smiles back”.
This is big for you, isn’t it? You look good and hip hip hurrah on those positive changes. More power to you!
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In a sense its an end of a chapter. Thanks so much for being on this journey with me.
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In the end is the beginning, did that great Eliot not say so? 🙂 It was my pleasure!
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Yes, i have come to see that. surviving through failure is a empowering experience.
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Wow, I feel like this is such a big step you’ve taken! I’m glad there are so many positive changes. 😀
By the way, your son is cute. ❤️
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Thanks. He is my joy. He helped me in amazing ways, he is so happy and full of joy. Hope all is well with you too
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Yes, it is, thanks! 😄
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So beautiful and inspiring! I’m so happy for you, you guys look great :))
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Thank you, it was journey made possible by a lot of kind people like yourself. Thank you.
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Thanks you and you’re welcome! 🙂
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