I saw this trend going around, everyone sharing their 2016 selves, and it sent me on a hunt.
Facebook, old drives, cloud storage— and here's what I found 👉
NOTHING
(barely anything besides these few photos, sweetly smiling so no one knows I am crying inside).
From someone who loved to document everything, that was the only year that seemed “missing”.
I sat down to really reflect and remember — what was the year all about?
And it hit me:
2016 was one of my darkest phases.
Back then, my world was just... chaotic.
- I was fighting with everyone, yet somehow still exhausting myself trying to please them.
- I was a "rebel" at home, but felt totally caged by societal expectations on what a good ‘Sindhi’ girl was supposed to be.
- I was so uncomfortable being myself, editing every word, every look, just to fit in.
I was so afraid…
- afraid of the future (overthinking non stop)
- afraid of making mistakes, being perceived negatively, being messy or failing.
- I was working in a demanding magazine company, a rude boss with high expectations and late hours.
That was the first time I understood what “mental health” meant.
High-functioning yet anxious AF was my personality.
I felt like a "weirdo" who didn't know how to own it yet…
Fast forward to right now…
I couldn't even imagine the life I lead today.
I don’t say this to brag: I say it because I genuinely didn't think this kind of peace was possible for me.
My mornings are slow now.
I’m not waking up with that heavy, racing heart anymore.
I’m secure.
I’ve built a life and an income that sustains me while actually changing lives.
The "Noise" is gone.
- I still have challenges and pain.
- I still have things I’m working on, things I do not have (yet).
But they don’t define me anymore.
I see them differently.
My head feels present, my soul feels hopeful, and my heart actually feels safe.
I feel in control, calm, confident and content even amidst any lows.
And I credit it all to my awakening
(God, I can feel my 2016 self and plenty others rolling their eyes at me right now: “you're saying all this?”)
But truly, I get it.
- The way it feels in my body.
- The way I analyse and relate to life has changed DRAMATICALLY.
You see, a lot of people think "awakening" is some fluffy, spiritual drama.
And yes, there's a huge spiritual aspect.
But like you, I needed it to make sense logically and practically.
Now I know…
Awakening is just you “waking up” to the fact that you are the Main Character.
You realize you play a HUGE part in how you experience (and create) your reality.
This is when you discover your true influence.
And once you see how REAL it is —
how things shift when you shift,
when life gets better, when you respond better —
there's no turning back!
Like I was tested on this recently.
Some stuff happened that felt exactly like something from 10 years ago.
The old "peace-pleaser" in me was upset, but wanted to stay quiet and just deal with the discomfort so everyone else stayed happy.
But I didn't.
- I set the boundary.
- I expressed my needs.
- I didn't act on impulse.
And the whole vibe shifted.
The people involved reacted differently because I showed up differently.
That’s the WORK.
And I know this SH*T WORKS. 👉
Like this wonderful soul.
I actually had a moment and cried reading the testimonial from the first graduate of The Zen Manual.
- She’s a busy mom, managing a family and a career, yet she made time to do this.
- She’s proving that this “work” isn't just for people with extra time or money.
Awakening is not reserved for the “monks” —
but everyone who lives a real, hectic, heavy life deserves to experience it.
Because honestly, 10 years ago,
I didn't think one of my darkest phases would become something I help others with.
And I'd become the support I wished I had back then —
to “awaken” as modern monks,
and find peace in this chaotic world.
BUT it’s a PRACTICED LIFESTYLE.
And that's what I offer in my 12 week program: The Zen Manual —
where we make this peace permanent,
through mind-blowing concepts and simple practical tools that fit anyone's busy lives.
But let's start small — with ONE FREE SESSION
and let me show you a picture of how your life could look once you awaken to your power. 💖
(available only this January! So hurry my love…)
I didn't know it then, but I see it now…
2016 was the beginning of turning my PAIN into PURPOSE.
I am unbelievably grateful for my journey…
- The people that stood by me (and left).
- The abundance that still surrounds me.
- The opportunities that came into my life, and some that closed.
- The blessings and lessons.
But most importantly,
for learning what awakening means,
coming out of it, living it,
and now helping others turn their darkest days into light.
To 2016 me,
you were riddled with fear,
but you held on to hope.
You didn't let the circumstances win.
You found another way.
You shifted how you moved through life and fought through it…
I am so proud of you.
I love you.
Thank you. 🥹
For the first time in my life, I am actually excited for the future without a hint of fear.
If I could achieve so much through my darkest, unconscious phase,
I can only imagine now — while conscious and at peace.
What a contrast…
If you vibe with me even just a lil,
If you resonate with my story at all,
If something within you feels a pull,
Don't ignore it… That's a sign.
Your way out is here…
Let's start with a simple conversation for FREE…
and I'll show you what's possible.
You don't need to carry the pain any longer.
You don't need to do this alone either.
DM me or Click the LINK to secure your FREE Call.
But don't sit on your intuition — especially since this opportunity is ONLY FOR JANUARY.
Don't delay your solutions, joy, and freedom any longer.