Embracing transformation: One small change at a time

By Anahita Mishra

“No man has ever seen a turtle climbing the wall. To accomplish the seemingly impossible, one must undergo a transformation, becoming something entirely new,” I whisper to myself every night as I lay on my bed, determined to evolve into a better version of myself.

Each morning, I awake with the hope that tomorrow will be the day when I will initiate change, but tomorrow always remain on the horizon, just out of reach.

I continue to make promises to myself, vowing that I will change incrementally day by day. Instead of grand transformations, I decided to invest in small changes each day. I have begun by waking up early, setting aside moments to be productive, and eliminating time-wasting activities. I soon discovered that even small changes could have a profound impact on my life. I may not be completely altering my identity, but I am reshaping my habits.

For those who possess unwavering determination, the knowledge that change is possible becomes a driving force. I learned that it all begins with the self. Oftentimes, when someone does something commendable, we hear people say, “We need more individuals like them.” In reality, we should strive to emulate such individuals ourselves, becoming the change we wish to see in the world.

“I change myself, and in doing so, I change the world”.