Mymusings

Dear Readers, While reading the paper three days ago, the headline, 'Ashleigh Barty has decided to hang up her boots!' shocked me as it did tons of others. How could someone in the top for more than 100 weeks (~2 years) who just won two tournaments back to back and was in the prime of her carrier draw out? But when she pointed out to mental and physical exertion as the obvious reasons, my respect for her thoughts were immense. To me, it also brought out a raw yet subtle truth to the picture, success grinds you to exhaustion. People overwork and never give themselves a comma to rest and revive. A time comes when full stop becomes the reality.  Sadly, even my favorite boy band, One Direction is on a indefinite hiatus because the boys couldn't strike a well balanced work-life relationship. They were on back to back sold out world tours, concerts, recordings and practice sessions that they had barely a few days for themselves. The life looks glamorous in the media but only th

 Dear Readers, Happy Woman's Day to all! Accept my cheerful greeting on this special day.  If you are a lady, then celebrate the spirit of womanhood today. Embrace the fighting spirit present in you and nurture it with love and care. If you need a break, go for it. Don't sacrifice yourself for the sake of family and the society as Your happiness also matters. YOU Matter. You deserve your space and don't hesitate while claiming your right.  If you are a guy, take some time to thank your mother who held your tiny fingers to teach you how to walk, your sister who made your life brighter because of her giggles and carefree smile reminding you of your childhood, your colleague who works with you, your lover who held your hand to travel together this beautiful journey called life. She just wants your support and love.  Love, Diksha.  (P.S. Friends, please show your support and follow me by clicking on the follow button in the sidebar of the main blog window ( Main window of My Mu