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Is age just a number?
Life and Its Theories: Society, Family, Friends, and OurselvesTheories about life are endless—society has its own, our families and friends have theirs, and then there are the theories we create for ourselves.Recently, I was having a casual conversation with my colleagues when one of them pointed at someone and said, "You know what? She’s just 21." I’m not sure what hit me more—the fact that she was only 21 and already doing something incredible, or the sudden wave of retrospection about my own life when I was 21.Lately, every time I scroll through Instagram, it feels like the entire world is getting married. I mentioned this to my mom, and, being the savage woman she is, she replied, "Not everyone thinks 29 is the right age to get married like you."I see my juniors working in better positions and earning more than me. I see my friends achieving great things, and I can’t help but wonder—aren’t we the same age? What am I doing with my life? Should I have started working earlier? Should I have focused on more than just academics? Should I have pursued a side hustle? Am I good enough? Will I be able to make it before I turn 25?What Are We Really Chasing? And Why the Deadlines?This February, I turned 24, but, to be honest, I didn’t feel the pre-birthday excitement I once did at 18, 19, or even 20. Is this what adulthood feels like? Or is it just the weight of the number itself?Every year, responsibilities grow—that much is understandable. But why does it also come with the unsettling feeling of not having accomplished enough? Do you ever feel the same? Why is there a constant urge to compare ourselves, especially in terms of age and achievements?But what if we looked at it differently? Instead of measuring success through job titles and salaries, what if we considered:The way we have grown as individualsThe way we handle our emotionsThe positive habits we’ve developedThe shift in our perspectives on lifeThe way we push ourselves every dayThe efforts we make to be better each dayThe courage to try new thingsThe way we manage life on our ownThe foundation we are building for our futureThe kindness we still hold and our ability to spread happinessDon’t these things count? Why do we only gauge our worth based on salary figures and job positions? Why do efforts and personal growth often go unnoticed? Yes, professional success gives us a push to do better, but growth also happens when we take things one step at a time.People figure things out at different stages in life. Some may find their calling early, while others take longer. What truly matters is figuring out what you want—not at a particular age, but in your own time.Exploring, Experiencing, and Learning—A Beautiful Way to LiveLife isn’t about racing to meet deadlines. If things aren’t working out today, they will someday. The willingness to learn and grow is what truly matters. Everyone’s journey is unique—so why compare?So, what do you think? Is age really just a number?
02 Mar '25
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Is age just a number?
Jasmines inclination towards the man who secretly brings red roses
Theme-Jasmines inclination towards the man who secretly brings red rosesA handsome young boy Rayyan was born in a rich family.He was the only child to his parents.He was a golden spoon child.Over pampered by his grand mom and his parents.Since childhood he loved red roses.They even had a farm that was full of roses.As he grew old,he planted variety of roses of various colours.He even writes a poetry dedicated to roses,when he was in grade 8.And it sounds,*Dear flower,*You need a little shower*i love your aroma,so i use rose attar.*i relish spending a little time with you.*Since my nostrils enjoy your fragrances like a delicious stew.Years passed by,he was finally a young lad of 18 years who has taken admission in top university by name Flower.Because of his deep interest in blooms,he wanted to graduate in botany.One day while he was in the garden of his house enjoying chai.He suddenly heard noises of argument in servants quarter.It was Shahzeb.,who was asking his parents to permit him to take admission in top university,Flower.But his parents were trying to make him understand that they cant afford for such high profile universities.All of a sudden with an excuse,Rayyan interrupted their conversation and says with a polite tone."You people have been with us since my childhood,you are like my family.So i shall ask my father for Shahzeb as well to take admission in university,Flower.But Rayyan did not wanted to show his lavish life to his class mates,so he had a plan.The first day of college,Rayyan calls Shahzeb and gives him all the expensive clothes he has.He tells Shahzeb,not to reveal who he was and about his family. Shahzeb without any further questions agreed to Rayyan.Later both decided to go to college together.Rayyan decided to drive,and was wearing a simple t-shirt and jeans that were non branded!Shahzeb was wearing expensive jacket and jeans.As the BMW stopped at the college parking,girls begin to stare.They thought Shahzeb is from rich family and Rayyan was his friend.Both rushed into the same class.Shahzeb had seated with other boys,where as Rayyan prefers to sit with other group of boys.As the class begin,a beautiful girl excuses and sits in front row of Rayyan.Since it was first day,it was an introduction class.Everybody in the class began to introduce themselves.when it was turn of this beautiful girl.She introduced herself as Jasmine.Rayyan was infatuated with her name since she had the name of a flower.As days passed by,Both Jasmine and Rayyan became good friends.Everyday Rayyan used to keep 2 red roses on Jasmines vehicle.At first Jasmine thought, somebody might have forgotten.But every day,she could see 2 red roses on her vehicle.Eventually she was inclined towards man who brings roses.Since Shahzeb used to be over friendly with her.she thought him as the man who brings roses and likes her.Jasmine was inclined towards Shahzeb due to two reasons.One-she thought he was rich.Two-she thought he was the man who brings her roses every day.After few days,Jasmine notices that their were no roses on her vehicle since a week.She could n't attend classes since she was busy with the project.She thought Shahzeb might be on leave for university.But was astonished when she finds him in the university. But after a week.Out of curiosity she rushes to Shahzeb and asks,why are n't you bringing roses any more.He did not knew how to react.He was little confused.He just asks, roses??for what??Jasmine instantly began to weep for her misunderstanding.Before Shahzeb could ask her anything,she leaves the university.The next day,she notices that Rayyans book was in her desk.So she wanted to give him.But suddenly,her heart began to speed up,she instantly realised that Rayyan was n't coming to university for a week.Out of curosity she gives him a call.But nobody lifts the call!!She then notices the book in her hand.It was a little different. When she opens it,every page had 2 roses.With a caption written.She then inquires about Rayyan to Shahzeb.He simply says,i dont know!!Then she gets a call from Rayyan.She was elated.Rayyan tells Jasmine,you have always been my best friend and i loved your company.Jasmine says,i too.But where are you?He says,iam in hospital!!Jasmine was so confused.She hungs up the phone and rushes to the hospital.By the time,she reaches the hospital, Rayyan was no more since he was in the last stage of cancer.Rayyans assistant gives Jasmine a small note-That reads,those two flowers each day were you and i,and our bond of friendship..I had the fear to fell in love someday,so never gave directly!!I was simply happy being your friend.Jasmine burst out into tears..# Ayra Writing Contest#
16 Sep '24
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Jasmines inclination towards the man who secretly brings red roses

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