Looking at how our past versions and different names connect is a huge eye opener, honestly.. Learning to keep our inner warmth without letting it burn us completely out is a lesson most of us spend a lifetime trying to figure out. Beautiful article and PS:- swati name fits in every generation :))
Thank you so much. I am enjoying reading all your comments. And thank you for the kind words about my name 😊. It has definitely accompanied me through many versions of myself. ✨
This resonated deeply with me. Lately, I’ve been noticing myself more than judging others. For a long time, I was quick to label people, but I’m beginning to see that many of those judgments were also reflections of something within me. When that realization came, my attention gradually shifted inward.
What I loved about your piece is how it shows that we are far more than a single label or identity. Just as your different names reveal different facets of who you are, each of us carries many dimensions within us. Perhaps self-discovery is not about choosing one identity, but about becoming aware of them all and learning how to carry them consciously.
Beautifully written. Every section felt connected to the central idea of knowing oneself.
Navdeep, I deeply appreciate your reflection and your own inner journey here. The way you connected it to judgment, self-reflection, and the realization that what we see in others can often point us back to ourselves was beautiful. I especially loved your insight that self-discovery is not about choosing one identity, but becoming aware of the many dimensions we carry and learning to hold them consciously.
Thank you so much. Your reflection made it feel worthwhile to write this essay. This one took me almost two weeks, maybe more, because it is part two and deeply personal. Writing about oneself is probably the toughest kind of writing. It feels much easier to write about everything else than to turn the lens inward. I truly appreciate the depth with which you read it and the thoughtfulness you brought to it. ❤️
Swati, your essay is absolutely beautiful. The reflection on all the versions of your name especially Ruhi and Loni resonates so deeply. Thank you for this gorgeous reminder of inner peace and alignment. ❤️
Thank you so much. 😊🫶This means a lot to me. Ruhi and Loni feel like two very different but equally true parts of me, the softness of soul and the strength of the lioness. I’m so glad that part resonated with you. ❤️
Looking at how our past versions and different names connect is a huge eye opener, honestly.. Learning to keep our inner warmth without letting it burn us completely out is a lesson most of us spend a lifetime trying to figure out. Beautiful article and PS:- swati name fits in every generation :))
Thank you so much. I am enjoying reading all your comments. And thank you for the kind words about my name 😊. It has definitely accompanied me through many versions of myself. ✨
I'm glad, swati.. <3 and thank you.. yes truly, your name sounds like a beautiful anchor through all of it.. :))
Thank you again 💕
This resonated deeply with me. Lately, I’ve been noticing myself more than judging others. For a long time, I was quick to label people, but I’m beginning to see that many of those judgments were also reflections of something within me. When that realization came, my attention gradually shifted inward.
What I loved about your piece is how it shows that we are far more than a single label or identity. Just as your different names reveal different facets of who you are, each of us carries many dimensions within us. Perhaps self-discovery is not about choosing one identity, but about becoming aware of them all and learning how to carry them consciously.
Beautifully written. Every section felt connected to the central idea of knowing oneself.
Navdeep, I deeply appreciate your reflection and your own inner journey here. The way you connected it to judgment, self-reflection, and the realization that what we see in others can often point us back to ourselves was beautiful. I especially loved your insight that self-discovery is not about choosing one identity, but becoming aware of the many dimensions we carry and learning to hold them consciously.
Thank you so much. Your reflection made it feel worthwhile to write this essay. This one took me almost two weeks, maybe more, because it is part two and deeply personal. Writing about oneself is probably the toughest kind of writing. It feels much easier to write about everything else than to turn the lens inward. I truly appreciate the depth with which you read it and the thoughtfulness you brought to it. ❤️
Wowwwwwww. It was a beautiful read. I loved all of your names. Ruhi is a very cute name and definitely suits you. ❤️ Love it.
Aww, thank you so much, Lavi! ❤️I appreciate it so much.
Yes, Ruhi is my favorite too. Your poetess heart picked that up so beautifully. 😘🫶🤗
Aw thanks ❤️ 😘 🫂 ✨
Swati, your essay is absolutely beautiful. The reflection on all the versions of your name especially Ruhi and Loni resonates so deeply. Thank you for this gorgeous reminder of inner peace and alignment. ❤️
Thank you so much. 😊🫶This means a lot to me. Ruhi and Loni feel like two very different but equally true parts of me, the softness of soul and the strength of the lioness. I’m so glad that part resonated with you. ❤️
love the reflection and the explanation behind it:)
Thank you so much, Apurva. I really appreciate you taking the time to read it. I’m glad you liked my reflection and the thought behind it.🫶😊
Swati, this is such a beautiful reflection.
Loved the way you moved from names, to fire, to integrity, to becoming, it felt deeply thoughtful and honest.
I especially loved the idea of the social monk returning to the world with a clearer self.
To be present, connected and engaged, without being consumed. 🥰
Feels like such an important reminder.
Beautifully written.
⭐🙏⭐
Thank you so much. 🫶
You read it with such care.
The “social monk returning” was very close to my heart, learning to belong to the world again without losing oneself in it.
I’m so glad that part stayed with you. 🥰✨
Beautifully written 👍
Thank you Mansi ! Glad you liked it 💕