The Ascent Journal: Sumay's Pen

Guest post by Maryam   Life is a long bridge. We start on one side where everything is given to us, and we walk toward the other side where we must give everything to others. This journey happens in four main chapters. 1. The Quiet Beginning (The Womb) In the very first stage, life is silent and safe. You do not have to breathe, eat, or even move. You are like a seed in the ground. Your mother provides the "soil" and the "water." Your only job is to grow from a tiny cell into a human being. There is no stress, only the heartbeat of your mother. 2. The Guest Stage (Infancy) When a baby is born, they are like a royal guest in a house. They do not work, they do not cook, and they do not clean. When they cry, someone comes to help. In this stage, you are learning what it feels like to be loved. You have no responsibilities yet, only the job of staying healthy. 3. The "First Steps" (Toddlerhood) This is where you noticed the change! This is the stage of develop...

  G uest Post By Fathima Ashra .     Hi, I am Aahra, someone who believes that we are all a work in progress. After spending a long time feeling overwhelmed by the world, I decided to focus on my mental peace and emotional growth. I write these stories to share what I’ve learned and to remind anyone going through a "blackout" period that it is possible to find your smile again.                 How I Fixed My Response to Bad Times For a long time, I didn't know how to handle hard days. When things went wrong, I didn't just feel sad, I felt like my whole life was shutting down. My Hardest Days In the beginning, I was very fragile. Even something as small as a compliment would make me burst into tears. It felt like the whole world was turning black around me. When I faced a problem, this is what my life looked like: I stopped talking to everyone. I cut off my connections and stayed alone. My mind was full of bad thoughts. I couldn't th...

  Welcome to my blog.. This is Sumay's pen. Hello guys,  Happiness is the most important part of our life. Normally we used to relax our mind thinking about happiness that happened daily.  No matter how huge or silly things are.  I am very glad to have things that make me happy. Always thank God for everything.  The Challenge So guys, I planned to share this simple idea with you, "It's called finding three things that made your day . You can find out until you sleep.  Be specific! Don't just say lunch Say "Today I ate my favourite food idli and sambar " That's also fine. Small details matter the most. Join me below ! !  What were your three good things today?  I can't wait to read your happy moments. OK Let's start from me!! 😋 I ate two pieces of cheese with bread, mm yummy! Important meeting canceled due to heavy rain . hooray!!  And then I started to sleep because of the rain. If not, surely I will be an active person😛. Let's go to the c...

  Motivational Masterpiece: A Reader's Review Recently I read a book named "THE POWER OF CHOOSING YOU BY ASHFA ALI KHAN". This book is a game-changer.A collection of motivational essays that have been expertly crafted to ignite a fire within you.It's a breath of fresh air in the self-help genre, packed with positivity and thought-provoking ideas that will leave you feeling inspired and energized. Reading this book was an experience I'll never forget. From the very first page, I was hooked. The essays are like a shot of  adrenaline, they're infectious, engaging, and leave you feeling pumped up and ready to take on the world. The structure is cleverly designed to keep you turning the pages, eager to devour the next chapter. It's not just a book - it's an adventure that'll keep you on the edge of your seat. If you're looking for a book that'll give you a boost, look no further. This collection is a treasure trove of inspiration, encouragemen...

 G uest post by maryam Have you ever noticed how fast people stop taking you seriously the moment you start explaining yourself too much? Respect isn’t something you beg for, it’s something you silently command. And when you lose it, getting it back feels almost impossible. But don’t worry, there’s a way to move through life with quiet power, the kind that doesn’t need to shout. 1. STOP OVER-EXPLAINING YOURSELF 📌 When someone questions you, it’s tempting to justify every move, right? But the truth is, people respect mystery more than excuses. Say what you mean once and leave it there. Silence, sometimes, is louder than a paragraph. 2. SET BOUNDARIES WITHOUT APOLOGIES 📌 If someone crosses a line, call it out. You don’t owe anyone a soft landing when they disrespect you. Boundaries are not walls, they’re doors you decide who gets to walk through, and when. 3. DON’T TRY TOO HARD TO BE LIKED 📌 The moment you start performing for approval, you lose authenticity. And once people sense...

  Why I Chose PoetrySoup: A Journey of Words From a young age, I found my voice in the rhythm and rhyme of poetry. As a child, I would scribble down my thoughts and feelings, weaving them into verses that I would eagerly share with my family and friends. Their smiles and encouragement were the first form of appreciation I ever received, and they fueled my passion for writing. Those early days were filled with the joy of creation, as I discovered the power of language to express the inexpressible. As I grew older, my poetic world expanded. I began to write not just in English, but also in my native Tamil, exploring the rich literary traditions of both languages. I filled notebooks with my creations, each poem a reflection of a moment, a thought, or an emotion. But a point came when I felt my poems were meant for a wider audience. I longed to share them beyond my immediate circle, to connect with others who also cherished the art of poetry. And so, my search began. I delved into the ...