I finally cleared off the top of my dresser last week. The pile of clothes that needed tailoring? I dropped them off on Monday. The messy detritus from switching out handbags over the past few weeks has finally been tossed, recycled, or put away. All of those bags are neatly stuffed on a shelf in my closet, waiting to be organized. I’ve also been slowly adding goodies to a box for a newsletter subscriber giveaway, which is now full (entry details are at the end of this section). I can’t remember the last time this space was this tidy. And I may be reaching here, but the state of my dresser over these past few months mirrors my mental health journey this year. The year started with some semblance of control. However, as the weeks passed, my calendar filled up, and I struggled to balance my commitments with my own well-being. By the end of February, I hit a low point and felt overwhelmed by…well, everything. I had no choice but to confront my mess—mental, emotional, and physical—and I ruthlessly pared down everything that wasn’t essential to my work (Rhoshan Pharma and shooting TDS) or my family. I’ve reluctantly accepted that messes will inevitably pile up again, and with each mess, there will be new lessons to learn. Looking back on the first quarter, I feel a sense of pride in making it through and starting April with a relatively fresh slate. This month, I plan to tackle my home office (on the physical front) and establish a new writing routine that’s sustainable and enjoyable (on the mental front). Right now, having this intention feels sufficient. How and when it’ll happen is anyone’s guess, but I’d like to keep this moment of clarity going. I’d love to celebrate your messy wins and learn what they’ve taught you. Leave a comment on this Substack, and I’ll randomly select one of the commenters to receive the aforementioned giveaway box (books, beauty products, and some delicious items). In case you missed them:
The first episode of That Desi Spark is up - I hope you watch it (and please subscribe to our YouTube channel). Over on Instagram, I shared what Monday morning looked like, re-introduced myself with all of my roles and answered some this-or-that questions, crowdsourced your favorite comfort books/shows/movies/rituals, And over on Threads, I was generally unhinged or helpfully attacking you. You’re welcome.
If you’ve made it this far, THANK YOU. And if you enjoyed this Substack, please:
Celebrate that messy win, my friend. xo,
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