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Scattered Brain , Focussed Life:

My Mid Life Crisis

While I was searching for a topic to write about for Man just won’t listen. It’s either his
Sanidhya, my brain wandered off in a million directions. way or the high way. So I stick to my
I just couldn’t think of just one thing to write about. I am solo trips. I love writing about my
a scattered brain most of the time. experiences while travelling so I pen
As I sat scrolling through my Instagram feed, I had an down my thoughts on my travels.
epiphany. I am, somewhat of an Instagram celebrity. For me, traveling is all about
Okay, maybe that’s a bit of an exaggeration but hear me experiencing new things, meeting
out. I do have an average following so why not flaunt my new people and trying new foods.
celebrity status and rub it on the readers. It’s about stepping out of my
comfort zone and embracing the Smt. Neelima Sethi W/o
Shri Rakesh Sethi DIG RAF
Midlife crisis, you say!! Boohoo..I am getting younger, unknown. And of course, it’s about
my inner child is blooming into a pretty teenager and I taking lots of Instagram-worthy
am doing all that teenagers or young people do. Keep photos.
myself busy on social media, mainly posting stories, And then, I write about myself (I am self obsessed) how
making reels, writing posts. It’s like, I’m reliving my youth I feel about people in general and specific, my journey
, embracing my Inner child . from Fat to fit (work in progress) and so much more. My
You will probably find one of my reels or the other on brain is always occupied and engaged with something or
the explore page for sure but I have not yet started the other.There’s something therapeutic about putting
collaborating or brand promotions, not yet an influencer my thoughts and feelings into words and sharing
enough I presume. them with the world. As I navigate the ups and downs
of life, I’m constantly thinking about how to celebrate
I Started writing movies reviews and I do have some my existence and resist the pressures of society. How
regular and loyal followers (on Instagram and also to celebrate my life and how to resist fighting with my
Facebook). A huge total of approx. 20 people (who society RWA on trivial matters. How to organise a diwali
actually read and like my reviews) but nobody offered to party for my kids and their friends (Did I mention, I am
sponsor my tickets yet. their most favourite Auntie) or how and what to write for
So, I am keeping it slow. Everytime someone tells me, Sanidhya.
your review on that movie was bang on,I get motivated But wait didn’t I just do that?? Ok so until next
and watch another one. If I like the movie very much I time,let’s leave it here . Wait for the next year’s issue. I
write a review, if I hate the movie, I write a review. If I will probably decide on what to write until then.................
think it is average one I don’t waste my time on it. While
I haven’t yet reached influencer status, I’m enjoying the
process of sharing my thoughts and opinions with others.
Who knows, maybe someday I’ll be able to collaborate
with brands or get sponsored tickets to movies.

I also love travelling and I am a big fan of solo travels.
There’s something liberating about travelling alone,
without having to worry about matching timetables or
catering to someone else’s preferences, doing whatever
you want, whenever you want, however you want is a
luxury not many Indian women can boast of .
As a self-proclaimed travel enthusiast, I’ve had the
privilege of exploring various destinations across India,
from Pune, Kolkata, Bengaluru to Mumbai and of course,
the ever-popular Goa.

I could have included my Europe trip(flaunting again)
Banaras, Prayagraj, Hyderabad, Jaipur, Udaipur but I had
a strict co-traveller (my husband) with me. Travelling with
husbands’ I tell you, is as tough as talking to a wall. The

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