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A Close Call, Handled Carefully

My father forgot his mobile phone in an auto.
When he realized it, he called the driver and requested him to return the phone and take the commuting cost. The driver refused.

My father then called me.

I spoke to the driver myself and politely asked the same thing. He again refused and instead asked me to come to a specific location. The name of the place itself felt suspicious. He also created pressure by saying that if I did not come within a short time, he would not return the phone.

I felt uneasy, but I did not have many choices.

Before going, I informed people. I tried calling a friend who lived nearby, but he was unavailable. I thought of calling my sisters. I considered a video call and then decided that visibility was important, so I chose to go live on Facebook for my safety.

When I reached the location, I saw a group of men who made me feel unsafe. They asked me to get down from the auto and come closer to talk to them. I refused. I did not engage in conversation or arguments. They spoke disrespectfully about my father, which I chose not to respond to.

I clearly asked them to deliver the mobile instead of engaging further. They then demanded cash. Wanting to end the situation quickly and safely, I paid the requested amount. I was asked by them to call the phone to confirm it, took the mobile, and left immediately.

I returned home safely.

Throughout the situation, I stayed practical, alert, and focused on my safety. Only after reaching home did my body begin to react. I felt shaken, uneasy, and disturbed. This was not fear in the moment, but the release of tension after the threat had passed.

This was the first time I encountered a situation where my safety truly felt at stake. It unsettled me, not because I handled it poorly, but because it was unfamiliar. Even without prior experience, I trusted my instincts, set boundaries, avoided escalation, and chose safety over ego, money, or argument.

The situation is over.
I am home.
I carry the learning, not the fear.

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The Unseen Side of Audit Quality

Walking the Tightrope of Audit Quality: Five Years, Countless Files, and a Journey Beyond Work

Stepping into my sixth year in audit quality review, I often pause to reflect on what this journey has truly meant. From the outside, it may seem like a too technical, sometimes checklist-driven role – but anyone who has lived this path knows it is much more — an emotional, psychological, and at times, deeply spiritual journey.

When the Reviewer Becomes the “Villain”

There are days when the way teams debate, defend, or push back makes us feel like commercial scavengers — walking behind the audit process and picking out the leftovers in the name of “quality.”

And that perception hurts.

Because our intention is never to tear down someone’s work.
Our purpose is to protect the integrity of the audit.
Yet the moment findings affect grading or profitability, the energy shifts — eyes turn cold, voices stiffen, and the resistance becomes visible.

Even when we understand the reaction, it drains something inside.

Every File, Every Team — A New Battlefield

One of the toughest parts of this role is that nothing repeats.

No two files, teams, or issues are ever the same.
Every audit has its own:

  • style
  • challenge
  • personality
  • energy

And every time, we walk in as the ones who “point out the flaws.”

It takes strength.
It takes patience.
It takes a thick skin.

The Spiritual Weight of the Work

The fatigue is often not physical — it is spiritual.
I sometimes find myself wondering:

  • “Is this a karmic cleansing?”
  • “Am I carrying the negative energy of those who benefit from my work?”
  • “Is the universe asking me to grow stronger?”

This role often feels like a karmic exchange.
We carry the weight of:

  • teams’ mistakes
  • partners’ fears
  • managers’ defensiveness
  • stakeholders’ pressure

And maybe each conflict, each pushback, is reshaping us — refining intuition, deepening resilience, sharpening clarity.

From Fast-Paced Systems to a Supportive Ecosystem

Having worked in large, structured audit institutions, I was accustomed to high expectations, strong processes, and intense review cycles. Stepping into my current role, I expected the same rhythm — and I found it, but with an added layer I hadn’t experienced before:

Genuine collaboration.

Here, discussions feel constructive.
Support is real.
And growth is encouraged.

The work, however, remains challenging — the pushback, the debates, the draining conversations.
Only now they don’t break me.
They upgrade me.

Each file takes me to the next version of myself.

A Journey of Growth — Beyond the Role

Audit quality is often mistaken for a watchdog function.
But for those inside it, it becomes:

  • a mirror
  • a test
  • a transformation
  • a purification
  • emotional training
  • a lesson in courage

Some days feel like karmic cleaning.
Some days feel like invisible battles for the firm.
Some days feel like standing alone.

But every single day, it makes me stronger, clearer, grounded, and more aligned with my truth.

Perhaps that is the real purpose of this role — far beyond grades or documentation.

Audit quality is not just about the files I review, but the person I’m becoming through each one.
If this journey is cleansing old karmas, so be it.
If it is shaping resilience for the future, I welcome it.

Because every challenge leaves me a little calmer, a little wiser, and a little more aligned with my purpose.

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Watching You Fade, Loving You More Deeply

I realise you’ve been going through so much — more than I can ever imagine. I still remember how active you once were, walking with such energy that as a child, I felt I was running just to keep up.

You gave your heart and soul to your business, and when life took that away, it also took a piece of your spirit. You had dreams of studying further, of growing and learning more, but life demanded otherwise. Then it took your parents, your beloved brother, and finally, Mum.

There are days when I feel shattered… as if my world has crumbled into pieces.
When Mum left, a part of me went silent forever — and now, watching you fade in your own way, that silence deepens.

It’s like watching the pillars of my world slowly dissolve, one after another — the ones who gave me strength, belief, and unconditional love.

I try to remind myself that perhaps, beneath this pain, life is teaching me the art of surrender — to love without holding, to serve without expecting, to accept without breaking.

Yet still… my heart aches.
I miss her deeply, and I fear losing you too.

My heart aches when I see you walking slowly now, with pain and effort. When you raise your voice, I understand — it’s not anger, it’s the echo of a silent cry within.

I feel helpless at times, unsure how to ease your suffering. Watching our parents grow old and weary is one of the hardest truths to accept. I silently pray for your peace, happiness, good health, and joy.

I try, beyond my responsibilities, to be there for you — yet it often feels like I fail, like I’m not doing enough for my own dad.

Maybe this pain is a lesson — something life is trying to teach me, a truth I haven’t yet understood but deeply need to.
I just wish I could take away all your suffering.

I love you, Dad.  ❤

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Eternal Love: A Mother's Legacy Personal Triumph

Her Light

There were many moments in my life when my belief system was shaken, and hope seemed like a distant flicker. In those moments, I always turned to Mumma. I would sit with my thoughts, reflecting on how she imparted so much strength to me—how she could find even a single ray of hope in the darkest of times, where I saw none.

Her unwavering faith in my potential carried me further than I could have imagined. Without it, I might have landed nowhere. Today, as I look at where I stand, I realize that it is because of her blessings and belief that my mind has been trained, my spirit strengthened, and my path illuminated.

I am still on my journey—far from the heights the universe envisions for me—but with every step, I strive not just for myself, but to honor her. Every achievement, every milestone, every small victory is a way to lift her higher, to make her pride and blessings shine even brighter through me.

A mother is a guiding light, and we are never too old to share our challenges and struggles with her. She is a ray of hope in the darkest moments, where everything else seems impossible. I once wondered if sharing more might have spared me some pain—but now I trust it was part of a larger plan, God’s way of preparing me and carrying forward what her presence had already begun in me.

This is my journey, and it is hers too. Through her faith, I have learned that even in darkness, there is light. And that light carries the power to shape our destiny—one step at a time.

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Healing and Spirituality Personal Triumph

From the Curve of C to the Circle of Life

I’d been deliberately chasing my purpose when, unexpectedly, a childhood moment of pure awareness came rushing back. I must have been about three years old. Until then, I remember almost nothing — as if my awareness was still asleep. One day, while learning my letters, I wrote the letter C. First correctly, then incorrectly. My mother corrected me with a slap.

It was the first and the last time she ever raised her hand at me.

For me, as a little child, it wasn’t pain that stayed — it was the sudden shock, the imprint. That shock startled me awake; it became the first clear memory etched in my life.

Sometimes awareness begins not in understanding, but in surprise.

Looking back now, I see it wasn’t just about a letter. It was a spiritual initiation, a signal that my soul’s journey had begun.

Every beginning hides itself in an ordinary moment.

The C itself holds a deeper meaning. It is a semi-circle, incomplete. That curve became a symbol of longing, of incompleteness, and of the search for wholeness. What looks incomplete may be pointing us toward wholeness.

For years, I looked outward for the missing half, believing that only someone else could turn my “C” into a circle.

This longing for meaning is not new. Across time, seekers have found depth even in the simplest of things. It reminds me of Arjuna’s story:

It is said that Lord Krishna once gave Arjuna a set of precious gemstones. For Arjuna, anything that came from his Lord was divine. So he held the gems with reverence and began to reflect. Each stone, he thought, must symbolize a truth of life, a hidden lesson.

When he shared his interpretations, Krishna burst into laughter. With his playful smile, He said: “Arjuna, I only gave you gemstones. I never meant them to carry such depth. But you — with your sincerity — have drawn out meanings even I did not place there.”

Meaning is not always in what is given, but in how we choose to receive it.

In the same way, my childhood “C” — a moment of correction, a moment of awakening — became a lifelong gem. What was only a letter turned into a spiritual mirror, teaching me. Wholeness does not come from another. Completion is discovered within.

When we connect with the universal energy, we become a full circle in ourselves. And only then can we meet another — not from lack, but from fullness.

The earliest wound may be a hidden key; what once broke us open might have been the very curve guiding us toward our circle of wholeness.

The circle was never missing — it was waiting to be drawn from within.

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FACING THE FEAR – A SILENT BATTLE

A couple of weeks ago, someone told me,
“Once you’ve lost one parent and dealt with it, you become prepared for the loss of the other. You stop fearing it.”

I was under shock—astonished and surprised. I mentally said, God bless you, ended the conversation, and hung up.

Consciously, I did not remember that thought, but it seems it stayed with me in my subconscious mind.

For the past one week, I noticed myself feeling an undercurrent of fear that I couldn’t quite name—until now.

It’s the fear of losing my father.

Maybe this fear developed during that conversation or perhaps it traces back to my childhood, when my father had a cerebral attack. I don’t know. But what I do know is this:

Losing a parent is not something you get “used to.” Even after one loss, the thought of losing the other can be just as overwhelming—if not more. When one parent is gone, the surviving parent often becomes a living reflection of both, carrying shared memories and silent comforts. That bond makes the idea of further loss even more delicate, not less. This is that relation where the last strings are attached—for both of them.

I’ve also come to realize that when people speak about grief, they often reveal their own coping mechanisms, not universal truths. The person who shared this thought with me is going through a broken relationship and battling their own depression. Maybe distancing themselves from emotional attachments feels safer to them right now. Sometimes people try to minimize future pain as a way to survive current pain.

But grief doesn’t follow a formula. Love cannot be systemized. Each loss reshapes us differently.

Grief is not something to overcome, but something we learn to carry. It doesn’t go away, but it shifts and changes form with time. The love remains—and maybe that’s what helps us keep going.

Maybe the real courage isn’t in preparing for loss—but in allowing ourselves to love fully, despite knowing its impermanence.

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Silence Is the Most Powerful Response to a Fool

In both my personal and professional life, I’ve learned that not every disagreement is worth my energy. Engaging in pointless arguments often leads us away from our goals 🎯 and detracts from our peace of mind. 🧘‍♀️

Choosing silence doesn’t mean conceding; it’s a powerful form of self-control and wisdom. 💪✨ When faced with foolishness, I’ve found that stepping back and allowing it to reveal itself speaks volumes more than any argument could. 📣

This practice has not only helped me maintain my focus 🔍 but also fostered a deeper sense of inner strength. 🌿 Let’s remember to preserve our energy for what truly matters. 🌈💖

How do you handle disagreements in your life? I’d love to hear your experiences and insights! 💬👇

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Criticism: The Unexpected Fuel for Growth

💥 Criticism. It can sting, challenge, and even frustrate us. But here’s a secret: it’s often the very force that fuels our most powerful growth. 🔥🚀

Criticism: The Catalyst for Growth

Critics push us in ways that are uncomfortable, but that’s precisely where the magic happens. 🌟

They unknowingly nudge us to:

  • Dig deeper into our skills and ideas 🔍
  • Work harder to refine our craft 💪
  • Exceed even our own expectations as we rise above self-doubt 🏆

🔬 Research shows that facing negative feedback activates our growth mindset, helping us become more resilient, learn faster, and develop the persistence needed for success. 🧠✨

Shifting Perspectives: From Noise to Motivation

At first, critics may seem like the loudest voices in the room. 🎤 But as we progress and achieve our goals, those voices fade into the background, overshadowed by our sense of accomplishment. 🎯

The key? Perspective. 🔑

Once we reach new heights, past criticisms seem insignificant compared to the fulfillment of having pushed through adversity. 🏅✨

Turning Challenges into Gratitude

👉 When I reflect on tough moments, I don’t allow resentment to take root. Instead, I feel profoundly grateful. 💖 👉 Without doubts and challenges, would I have pushed myself this far? 🤔

Would I have developed the resilience and determination that now drive my success? 💥

Sometimes, I even reach out to those who criticized me in the past to express gratitude—not for the criticism itself, but for how it spurred me to grow. 🙌

Embrace Criticism as Fuel for Your Journey

  • Next time you face criticism, don’t let it discourage you. Let it ignite a fire within you. 🔥
  • Use it to drive your passion, sharpen your skills, and stay on course. 🏃‍♀️💨
  • Trust the process, and know that someday you’ll look back—not with anger, but with gratitude for how it shaped you into the person you are today. 🌱💫

Criticism isn’t the enemy. It’s the unexpected mentor that challenges you to be better, stronger, and more determined than you ever thought possible. 💡

“Critics ignite the fire within, pushing us to become our best selves.” — Priyanka Murarka 🔥✨

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Fuel Your Growth: Embrace Criticism as the Catalyst for Success

Fuel for Growth: Transforming criticism into your Greatest Strength

🔥 Criticism can sting, challenge, and sometimes even frustrate us. But here’s a secret: it’s often the fuel that drives our most powerful growth. In my journey, I’ve come to understand that critics, knowingly or unknowingly, push us out of our comfort zones and help us discover potential we didn’t even know we had.

💡 Criticism: The Unexpected Catalyst for Growth

Criticism isn’t just feedback—it’s a mirror reflecting back areas where we can improve. But here’s the magic: when we face criticism with an open mind, we tap into a growth mindset that makes us stronger and more resilient. Research even shows that constructive criticism can activate this mindset, accelerating learning, enhancing persistence, and developing resilience. 🧠✨

Critics nudge us to:

  • Dig Deeper: Sometimes criticism reveals areas we may overlook, challenging us to dive deeper into our ideas and talents. 🔍
  • Work Harder: The push from critics can inspire us to put in extra effort to refine our skills. 💪
  • Exceed Expectations: Rising above self-doubt and exceeding expectations becomes our ultimate reward. 🏆

🎯 Shifting Perspectives: From Noise to Motivation

In the beginning, critics may sound like the loudest voices in the room. 🎤 But as we progress and reach our goals, those voices fade, drowned out by the sound of our own accomplishments. Our perspective shifts as we achieve more, realizing that what once felt like barriers were just stepping stones.

By embracing criticism, you’re not only silencing the noise but also transforming it into motivation. Each step forward drowns out doubt, making room for a new voice—the voice of self-belief. 🔑

🙏 Turning Challenges into Gratitude

Reflecting on the tough moments, I consciously choose gratitude over resentment. Criticism has helped me develop resilience, sharpen my determination, and achieve growth that I might not have experienced otherwise. So sometimes, I even reach out to thank past critics—not for the criticism itself but for the way it pushed me to evolve. 💖

Imagine if we viewed criticism not as an obstacle but as an opportunity to grow. When we look back on those challenges, it’s often with gratitude for what they taught us, not with lingering frustration.

🔥 Embrace Criticism as Fuel for Your Journey

The next time criticism comes your way, don’t let it discourage you. Instead, let it ignite a fire within you. 🔥 Here’s how to shift your perspective and use it to your advantage:

  1. Channel It into Passion: Use criticism to fuel your passion and drive to improve. 🏃‍♀️💨
  2. Sharpen Your Skills: View feedback as an opportunity to refine your craft. Think of it as training for success. 💡
  3. Stay the Course: Remember that criticism is temporary, but growth is enduring. One day, you’ll look back not with resentment but with gratitude for how far it’s pushed you.

Criticism: The Unexpected Mentor on the Path to Self-Improvement

Criticism isn’t the enemy—it’s the mentor that challenges us to be better. Embracing it with gratitude turns doubt into determination, frustration into fuel, and fear into fortitude. So the next time you’re faced with criticism, view it as the world’s way of nudging you toward greatness. 🌟

“Critics ignite the fire within, pushing us to become our best selves.” — Priyanka Murarka 🔥✨

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From Fate to Destiny: Embrace Your Journey

“Fate is a misconception. It’s merely a cover-up for the fact that you don’t have control over your own life.” – Priyanka Murarka

For a long time, this belief shaped my outlook on life. It made me feel that life was happening to me, leaving me at the mercy of circumstances beyond my control. At that stage, I felt that “fate” was a way to explain the unpredictable events that came my way.

But as I’ve grown and reflected, my understanding has evolved. Today, my belief has shifted, and I now stand by a new mantra: “You create your destiny.” – Priyanka Murarka.

It’s a simple but powerful realization that life doesn’t just happen to us—we actively shape it. This shift from “fate” to “destiny” isn’t just a change in words; it’s a transformation in perspective. And I’ve realized I’m not alone in this journey. Many of us move through life, grappling with questions about our purpose, control, and growth. Here’s what I’ve learned through this evolution, and some ideas to support you wherever you are on your path.

1. Embracing Self-Belief Over Destiny

Our lives are filled with choices, big and small, that shape our path. Each decision, effort, and even setback is a line in the story we are writing. Rather than waiting for life to reveal itself, embracing the belief that you create your destiny allows you to step into a place of empowerment.

Self-belief is foundational here. Whether it’s a career change, a personal challenge, or an ambitious goal, knowing that you have the power to steer your path can be transformative. You’re not just a bystander—you’re the author.

2. Adaptability as a Strength

Life will present new challenges, shifts, and even unexpected events, but our ability to adapt can be our greatest strength. Staying open-minded and embracing the journey can turn what feels like obstacles into valuable lessons.

This adaptability is key to personal growth and professional success. Change is a constant for leaders, entrepreneurs, and professionals at every stage. But our openness to learn and evolve sets us apart and drives us forward.

3. The Power of Reflection and Realignment

Every so often, we need to pause and reflect on where we are, where we’re headed, and whether our actions align with our core values. This reflection not only helps clarify our path but also reaffirms our purpose.

Realignment is a powerful tool for personal and professional development. As we grow, our goals, values, and desires may shift. Embracing these shifts helps us live with intention, constantly aligning our lives with who we are becoming.

From Fate to Destiny: Growth is a journey

My journey from believing in fate to creating my own destiny has been marked by moments of self-discovery, challenges, and a willingness to evolve. I believe this is a journey many of us share. We start with one perspective, but life has a way of teaching us that growth is a journey, not a destination. Wherever you are in your journey—just starting, navigating change, or seeking purpose—embrace the evolution. Stay open, trust in your ability to adapt, and remember: you are the author of your story.

What does creating your destiny look like to you? Feel free to share your journey in the comments. Let’s inspire and evolve together.

This journey of evolving beliefs isn’t always easy, but it’s worth it. We may begin with one perspective, but life teaches us that the greatest growth happens when we allow ourselves to change. Let’s embrace our power, our adaptability, and our evolving selves.