At a Crossroads....

I remember that fateful day during my M.Tech studies when I needed a partner for the IR subject, but despite my pleas, not a single classmate stood by me. That day, a sinking feeling of loneliness enveloped me, as even the person who had pledged to join me betrayed me for someone else. I confronted her, calling her actions ethically wrong, but she nonchalantly shrugged it off as a part of her selfish nature. My anger surged, and I couldn't help but rebuke her.

For two days, I sought refuge in prayer, imploring the heavens to guide me through these trying times. It was then that the very guy who had partnered with the girl approached me, feigning concern and asking, "How are you now?" It was a bitter realization that I had been played. My spirit was crushed, and it was a lesson in the harsh realities of life: you can extend a helping hand, but when your moment of need arises, it may well be withdrawn.

Feeling utterly defeated, I reached out to the girl with repeated calls, only to be met with a resounding silence on the other end. My thoughts were a whirlwind, and I didn't know what to do or where to turn. After two days of battling my emotions, I decided to enroll in a psychology course, finding myself as the only M.Tech student in a sea of unfamiliar faces.

Interestingly, by the first of April, I had garnered a positive reputation in college, mainly due to my skills in astrology and powerlifting. Friends now flocked around me, curious about why I had opted for the psychology course. I found it difficult to articulate my choice.

The thing about being an astrology student initiated into a long-standing tradition is that it lends a critical perspective to life events. Despite my best efforts to rationalize my experience, I couldn't deny the inevitability of what had transpired. These events molded my mind, reshaping my outlook on life. During college, I cultivated friendships, although the ghost of the past initially cast a shadow of doubt over them. But as time passed, the support of my newfound friends proved invaluable, and together we triumphed over adversity.

Every so often, I find myself reminiscing about those times. While the memories bring a twinge of pain, they serve as a stark reminder of how hardships can forge strength. And it is this strength that has become an integral part of who I am today.

Created by Prajwal Phulauriya