Hey there, wonderful readers! Today, I want to share my incredible journey of resilience and determination in pursuing my passion for computer programming. Life has its ups and downs, but it’s our attitude and perseverance that make all the difference.
The Journey Begins: Discovering My Passion for Computer Programming
During high school, I had a knack for computer science and scored an impressive 80%. However, due to some distractions, I didn’t pursue a degree in the field. Three years passed by, and I realized my mistake, but I didn’t lose hope.
At that time, the IT industry was booming, and everyone I knew seemed to have secured a job in IT. But there I was, unemployed and feeling the pressure to catch up. However, I firmly believed it was never too late. I decided to join a master’s program in information technology and also prepared for the Java certification exam. Though it took me two attempts, I passed the exam and continued my job search.
Empowered by Self-Help: Transforming Mindset and Boosting Confidence
Yet, the IT job eluded me, and my peers were moving abroad for exciting opportunities. The constant rejections created immense pressure, but I refused to give up. I turned to self-help books like “You Can Win” and “The Secret,” which transformed my mindset, boosting my self-confidence and belief in myself. I also invested time in learning various computer science tools, such as Photoshop, Flash, Visual Basic, and Java, which eventually led me to a short-term job as a flash animator.
Unfortunately, this position didn’t last long due to the company’s financial difficulties. Still, I stayed determined and joined another company as a flash website designer. Again, unforeseen circumstances led me to leave this job, as I developed psoriasis due to the night shifts.
Life threw me several curveballs, but I kept bouncing back with positivity, self-belief, and confidence. Thanks to my uncle, I secured a job as a Course Coordinator in an NGO. During this phase, I got married, but after three years, the NGO was acquired by a different agency, and I found myself unemployed once again.
Family, Visualization, and Manifestation: The Power of Belief
Life wasn’t easy; dealing with health issues like psoriasis and the absence of a permanent job brought about emotional ups and downs. But whenever I felt low, I turned to positivity, visualization, and manifestation. I envisioned a picture with my family – my wife, daughter, and son – and strongly believed my daughter would be my first child. And guess what? My daughter was born in 2005, just as I had envisioned.
My struggle continued, and there was a significant gap before the birth of my second child, causing stress and anxiety in my family. Nevertheless, I stayed strong, and in the IT job, I worked my way up to become a Tech Lead. I even fulfilled my dream of owning a car, which I had visualized earlier.
Resilience in Balancing Struggles and Triumphs: Nurturing Inner Strength
But the battle with psoriasis persisted, even with treatments. Yet, I didn’t lose hope. I balanced the pain with happiness, confidence, and anxiety, never letting any challenge overpower me.
I had always dreamt of becoming an entrepreneur, inspired by my uncle. Hence, I pursued Business Administration in my graduation. After eight years of working in the corporate world, I decided it was time to take a leap of faith. I resigned from my job and started my own company, coinciding with the birth of my son.
Now, after ten years, my business is running successfully, and my psoriasis is under control.
My journey taught me valuable life lessons:
- Dreams might be delayed, but don’t lose faith.
- Pain and frustration are part of the journey, but positivity can conquer all.
- Comparison and peer pressure can be daunting, but believe in your unique path.
- Embrace learning, dream big, and work hard to achieve your goals.
Remember, dear readers, resilience is the key to turning adversity into triumph. Never give up on your dreams, for the universe has a way of aligning things in your favour. Keep pushing forward, and success will eventually be yours to embrace.
Keep shining, keep dreaming, and keep believing!
Wishing you all the best on your journey of resilience and success.
With love,
Kamalakannan S.