MY JOURNEY

The visible path vs The unseen journey.

Let’s be real—nobody gets to where they are overnight. And even if they do, it’s rarely some perfect ‘happily ever after.’

Every journey has its fair share of emotions, doubts, sweat, tears, and yes, even moments of procrastinations. The same as mine as a Researcher. I have enjoyed the whirlwind of emotions and skillsets that I honed.

But, here’s the thing, something still felt missing. I couldn’t shake this nagging sense that I wasn’t fully fulfilled. So, I started asking myself the big questions: Is this really what I’m meant to do? That’s when I stumbled upon the concept of Ikigai. It is not an end all be all solution, but at least I’m on to my ‘What Next’?

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FINDING IKIGAI

My Story.

Ikigai: 'The Reason of Being'

I’ve seen so many people around me feeling ‘stuck’ or ‘incomplete’—unhappy with their work, relationships, or life in general—but not making any changes. Honestly? I’ve been there too.

If that sounds familiar, it might be time to explore your Ikigai—a framework that helps you reflect on your life purpose using four key questions (as illustrated).

Not everyone needs to define their Ikigai to be happy, and that’s perfectly okay too.

This is the story of how I learn about mine. It's not the end, it might still evolve.

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MY IKIGAI?

It's simply being there for people, helping them through life's struggles, be it feelings, relationships or just finding way forward.

What am I good at?

Figuring out my strengths and weaknesses has been a journey.

Here’s what I’ve learned: I’m someone my family and peers trust to listen without judgment, show empathy, and offer thoughtful advice.

It’s these qualities that inspire me to be a better support for others.

What do I love?

I genuinely love to see and hear people taking care of themselves (being healthy physically, mentally and socially).

I was at a park on one Sunday morning and I saw elderly, kids, family, couples, runners, dog lovers, all out and about doing their own thing.

My heart has never been so full.

I truly believe we need each other to live a longer and healthier life.

And, I want to be able to support the community, big or small, in any ways I am able and willing.

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What the world needs?

For now, it is UX Research, creating a delightful, useful and practical mobile app.

I am using my skills and what I'm good at to create features that matter to users and businesses.

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What can I be paid for?