I’m 20, living in Bangalore alone — and here’s what’s hit me hard over the past few days:

=> No one’s responsible for your life but you. How you treat your body, your work, your time — it’s your call.

=> Don’t fear talking to people. You’re not just avoiding awkwardness — you’re missing out on conversations, chances, and connections.

=> Show up for yourself. Every. Single. Day. That’s half the job done.

=> Living in Bangalore is expensive — but if you play your cards right, you can manage it on your own ;)

=> Always carry a scarf in autos. Skin aur baal ka kya hi bharosa :P

And of course, it’s just not in me to post about Banglaore without at least one auto reference. Hehe.

Day 3 of Auto Thoughts — figuring out life, one bumpy ride at a time.

What’s one life rule you’ve learned the hard way?

Janavi Sawadia


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