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Chasing Deadlines and Dreams

Rustling through the pages of an untouched book I accidentally stumbled upon in the
library, I hoped to find hidden mysteries or something that would help me escape my
worries. Some pages were torn and the words seemed to drift apart, just like how my life
seems to fall apart as I look through the bent corners of these shrunken pages. Different
scenarios played in my head, reminding me of the unsettled feelings I’ve pushed inside.
As I went over the yellowed pages with unclear words, I couldn't understand much, but
one thing fascinated me: its persistence to still be present, even when resting aside in the
corner of a room filled with many books. Despite knowing that no one would pick a book

with such an ugly cover, it seemed to wait for someone to take a chance and discover
something unique in its own way. It felt surreal to think that something so lifeless could still
give me hope to fight harder and find life's meaning beyond mere survival.

Days have passed since I last looked up at myself and realized that life isn’t just about
being a machine, chasing deadlines at the cost of neglecting our dreams. Assignments
and projects had gathered like a pile of clothes in the corner of the room—away from the
chaos of my mind but close enough for me to glance at and worry about the looming
deadlines. I sat in my room, surrounded by the confusion that constantly pressured me,
forcing me to make difficult decisions that kept getting delayed. The urge to do everything
perfectly stressed me out, even when I hadn't started the work yet, which only made me
procrastinate more. Students like me often build up anxiety by worrying about the work
they can’t finish. It feels like a constant battle between mind and body, both trying to care
for each other, but at the cost of abandoning the soul’s true need. Even when we try so

hard to meet deadlines, our body sees the task as an enemy, luring our mind toward
distractions for a temporary boost of pleasure.

I’ve always felt a deep connection to spirituality and its essence has greatly helped me
stay present in the moment, letting go of the past and not worrying about the future.
“Remember to remember—when thoughts of the past or future cross your mind, focus on
what’s going on or what you are feeling in the present.” These lines from ‘The Secret’ have
always inspired me to view life from different perspectives. Things that seem impossible to
attain in the present moment will eventually be fulfilled because time allows us to grow,
learn from our mistakes, and gain new experiences. I believe that being true to oneself is
the only way we’ll stop chasing what isn’t there and start achieving what can truly be
accomplished.

SAKSHI MEHTA
BCA-2nd yr (2023-26)

MM Institute of Computer Technology & Business Management
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