Summary

The author reflects on the challenges of the new year, acknowledging personal struggles with health and anxiety, while expressing gratitude for the support received from the Medium community and contemplating the complexities of escaping life's difficulties.

Abstract

The article discusses the author's difficult start to the new year, characterized by illness, anxiety, and sleepless nights. Despite efforts to maintain a resilient and mindful life, the author has faced significant personal challenges, leading to a decrease in writing and engagement with the community. The author extends heartfelt apologies for not responding to comments and mentions, emphasizing the importance of the Medium community's support. The article also touches on the temptation to escape problems by moving to a serene location, such as an island, but acknowledges that life's complexities are inescapable, as highlighted by another author's experience of leaving Mauritius. The piece concludes with an invitation to join Medium and a reflection on the author's experiences following the passing of a parent.

Opinions

The author believes in the power of resilience and mindfulness but acknowledges that life's challenges are inevitable.
There is an expressed desire to escape to a peaceful place, like an island, to flee from current problems.
The author values the Medium community's support and inspiration, which provides strength during tough times.
The article suggests that running away from issues does not solve them, as difficulties can arise anywhere, as evidenced by another author's decision to leave Mauritius.
The author feels a sense of responsibility to read and respond to the community's responses and articles, despite personal hardships.
There is an appreciation for the non-judgmental and believing nature of some community members, which is seen as a great gift.

When The Going Gets Tough, The Tough Get Going

And taking a break seems the only plausible option.

Sometimes no matter how hard you try or whatever you do, life becomes difficult, unpredictable, and uncontrollable. There’s not much you can do about this.

Yes, you can prepare yourself. You can make yourself resilient, you can try and lead a mindful life. You can be less judgmental and more compassionate.

You can stop seeking external validations, you can stand up for yourself and your rights. You can be empathic, kind, loving, and courageous.

But no matter what you do and how you lead your life, challenges will be there. There’s no way to bypass this.

The new year so far has not been great for me — actually, that’s an understatement. I wrote in this article how my new year began — not a great way definitely.

New Year Started With An Emergency Alarm

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And if I am to believe the proverb — “Morning shows the day”, my new year is already doomed, or so I would think. The month of January so far has brought only anxiety and sickness to me.

There had been too many sleepless nights that contributes to heightened anxiety. My thoughts of running away from all the problems have been creeping back.

I had been both physically and mentally sick. I could manage to write just a few articles but I barely read much.

I know I haven’t responded much to all your comments. Some of you have tagged me or mentioned me or my articles in your writings. I haven’t been able to read and respond.

That doesn’t mean that I am ignoring you or that I don’t care. I just simply couldn’t. My heartfelt apologies to you.

Some of you have become the bane of my existence here on Medium. I get so much strength and inspiration from you. Your comments and responses mean so much to me.

I know you do not judge me or disbelieve me. That is such a great gift. After posting each article, I am a hundred percent confident that some of you will read it and respond. I possibly can’t thank you enough.

I just want you to know that this has not been a great time and I am taking one day at a time. But I will read all your responses and articles and I will come back to each of you when my mind and health permit.

For now, I want to show my gratitude to some of you who have always been there with me.

I want to thank: Sujona Chatterjee, KL Simmons, Art Bram, Liberty Forrest, Author, Sharing Randomly, Gaurav Jain, Sumit Kumar, Vidya Sury, Collecting Smiles, Sorina Raluca Băbău, Ashley, Sally Prag, Dr. Preeti Singh, Yana Bostongirl, Toluwalope Ajetunmobi

I may have missed some of you, but please understand, that’s not intentional.

The last few days, the only thing I have thought of doing is quitting everything and going and living on an island or just somewhere by the beach. Waking up with the sound of waves every morning would be so peaceful, or so I thought.

Apparently, life can be difficult and complicated no matter where you live. I learned this after reading this article by Shev K who lived in Mauritius (my dream place) but left the island life.

Why I Left Paradise Island Where People Dream Of Living

Yes, it’s personal

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Again, there is no shortcut, and running away from the problems will not fix anything.

Thank you for reading.

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The Uncanny Experience I Had Right After My Father Passed Away

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