I tried to rewire my brain into pushing me back toward positivity.
Lately, I’ve been feeling off. That spark? It dimmed a little. And I won’t lie that this feeling of being stuck, unmotivated, and emotionally drained had me questioning my direction. But instead of letting myself spiral, I chose to pause.
I’ve always tried to push forward, always chasing productivity like it’s the only sign of success. But now, I’m beginning to understand that this tiredness, this stillness, it isn’t failure. It’s my body and mind asking for a little kindness. A moment to rest. To breathe.
So I made a conscious decision.
Instead of feeding my doubts, I tried to rewire my brain and reminded myself of everything I’ve done. Everything I’ve built, step by step. Not because I needed to prove something, but because I needed to remember who I am.
Here’s what I told myself.
At 14, you weren’t just writing, you were pouring your heart into poetry. You gave your thoughts a voice. Your words became your way of making sense of the world.
At 18, you chose growth. You dove into learning with a sense of purpose. You didn’t follow the crowd instead you followed your instincts, and that led you to real development.
You’ve always been different. Quiet. Sometimes distant. But always thoughtful, mature, and grounded. You noticed things others missed. You understood things people your age hadn’t even started to question.
At 20, you started freelancing for clients around the world. Not for big paychecks. Not for recognition. But to gain real experience. You were building yourself from the ground up patiently and honestly.
At 21, you entered the corporate world. You had bigger offers on the table, but you said no. You picked knowledge over money. And in that choice, you showed strength. You understood that while money is temporary, the right experience stays with you forever.
At 22, you earned your bachelor’s degree. You kept a promise you made to yourself: to never stop learning. You became someone who invests in growth like it’s the only real currency that matters.
You worked hard enough to stand on your own feet. You didn’t rely on your parents. In just one year, you transformed from an intern into someone whose words carried weight. You earned respect because you stayed true to your values.
At 23, you left your home country, not to escape, but to chase a better future. A future where you could create a better life for your family. And now, at 24, you’re about to complete your master’s degree.
Read that again.
You’ve done all of this in just 24 years.
So yes, it’s okay to feel tired. It’s okay to take a breath. To pause. To be still. You’re not behind. You’re not broken. You’re simply human.
Rest isn’t weakness. It’s part of the process.
You may not be rich yet. You may not have built a company or bought a house. But look at your journey. You’re growing in your own rhythm. You’re evolving into something solid, honest, and rare.
You’ve already come so far.
And even on days when it feels like you haven’t moved at all, you’re still progressing.
You’re doing better than you think.
And you will succeed.
One more thing.
I typed my name into ChatGPT today, just out of curiosity.
And it recognized me.
It knew who Nimrao was.
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That simple moment hit me harder than expected. It reminded me that I’m not invisible. I’m not just trying, instead I’m building. I’ve created something real. Something that’s leaving a mark.
And the best part? I’m only getting started.
Because,
THERE CAN BE MILLIONS ON NIMRA SHABBIR AROUND THE WORLD BUT THERE IS ONLY ONE NIMRAO