Awakening the Inner Voice
There were times when I needed validation—especially because I am a woman. A woman often seeks validation from her husband, her in-laws, and society. She is so vulnerable that she can be easily made to feel invisible or worthless. But I am grateful that times have changed—and more importantly, that I have changed.
Today, a woman knows her worth. She no longer waits for someone else to define her value. She moves forward from places that once made her feel small.
Solitude and the Power of Inner Reflection
When I craved validation, I sat quietly and turned inward. I asked myself: Why do I need external approval? I know myself best. Then why seek validation from someone who doesn’t truly see me?
I have felt alone—completely—surrounded by strangers. And in that solitude, I became my own support. I discovered that being alone taught me to listen to my inner voice—the one that’s been whispering truths all along.
Walking Through Fire: Choosing Joy and Growth
And now, it’s your turn. If you’ve ever felt this way, know that you’re not alone. Like many women, you may have gone through tough times. There are moments when you walk through fire. During those times, do what your soul longs for. Do what makes you happy. What pleases you. Celebrate yourself. Learn new skills. Enhance your talents. Refine your gifts.
Do not waste time waiting for someone to notice you. You are your own cheerleader, your own sanctuary. Be your own support system. Rely on your spirit, not on others. You will be noticed at the right time.
Learn what the dark phase of your life teaches you. Every shadow carries wisdom. Learn from every person, every situation. Even the smallest moment can hold the biggest lesson. Be humble enough to receive it.
Emotional Mastery and Relationship Clarity
Happiness cannot be outsourced. Learn to process emotions without external help. This will transform your relationships. Give without expecting. Love without needing. Those who truly care will show up—not because you demanded it, but because they chose to.
You’ll begin to see your relationships clearly. Walk away from toxicity. Set boundaries and protect your peace. Honour your self-respect.
Learn to forgive and move on. Whom should you forgive first? Yourself. Only then can you forgive others. Be kind and patient with yourself. Forgive yourself for your mistakes. Instead, learn from them. Your experience is your greatest teacher.
Sacred Rituals of Self-Love and Divine Connection
Start journaling. This simple act is sacred. Make it a daily ritual. Meditate. If meditation feels difficult, practice pranayama. Speak positive affirmations aloud, in the present tense.
These practices are not just habits—they are sacred offerings to your soul. They are your offering to the Divine within you.
The confidence that comes from knowing you’ve got your own back is extraordinary. You alone can shift your mood. You alone can lift your spirit. When you reach this level of self-awareness, negativity loses its grip.
This mindset will change your life. Being your own friend is not lonely—it’s liberating. Accept that the friend you needed was you.
Go out with your newly found best friend—yourself. Take short trips. Watch movies. Visit cafés. Dance. Create. Laugh. Sadness may visit, but joy will always have a home within you—because you’ve found it in your own sacred space. With the friend who always supports you.
And above all, remember: every act of self-love, every moment of healing, every boundary you set, every tear you wipe on your own—is a devotional practice. It is your offering to the Divine spark within you.
You are not just surviving. You are rising. Like a phoenix.
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– Urvi Mehta
About The Writer:
Urvi Mehta is a Company Secretary and Cost Accountant who navigates the worlds of corporate governance and finance with precision. Beyond the boardroom, she is a trained vocalist and Kathak dancer, passionately pursuing the arts. Writing serves as her personal space for reflection and catharsis—an outlet where she transforms everyday challenges into meaningful insights. Urvi believes that life’s trials are powerful teachers, shaping her journey of personal and professional growth.
