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A letter to my future self

A letter to my future self.

By Badhan SenPublished 12 months ago 3 min read
A letter to my future self
Photo by Tomasz Frankowski on Unsplash

Hello Future Me,

I hope this letter finds you thinkl, thriving, and living the life you once dreamed of. As I sit here writing, I am filled with hope, ambition, and an unshakable belief in the person you have become. So much has happened on this journey, and I want to take a moment to reflect on where you started, the struggles you faced, and the victories you achieved.

Right now, I am working tirelessly toward my dream of earning $700,000 through Kindle Direct Publishing. It is not an easy path, but I know deep down that perseverance, discipline, and faith in the process will lead me to success. Every story I write, every book I publish, and every lesson I learn is a step closer to that goal. I remind myself constantly that success is not just about reaching the destination but about the growth, resilience, and wisdom gained along the way.

I hope that when you read this, you have already surpassed that milestone. I hope you look back at the struggles of today with pride, knowing that they shaped you into the successful, confident, and accomplished person you are now. But if you haven’t yet reached that goal, I urge you to keep going. You have come too far to turn back. Trust yourself, trust the process, and trust that every effort you put in is leading you exactly where you need to be.

One of the most important aspects of this journey has been patience. There were days when doubt crept in, when I questioned whether I was on the right path, and when the results felt frustratingly slow. But I remind myself today—and I remind you, future me—that nothing worthwhile ever comes easy. The struggles, setbacks, and delays are all part of a grander plan, pushing us to grow, to adapt, and to evolve. Never let impatience or frustration deter you from your vision.

I hope you have continued to learn and improve your craft. Writing is an art, a gift, and a tool that can change lives—not just our own, but the lives of our readers. I hope you have expanded your skills, tried new genres, and told stories that matter. Remember that success is not just measured in numbers but in the impact you create. Have you inspired someone? Have you moved a reader to tears? Have you sparked joy or offered comfort through your words? If the answer is yes, then you have already achieved something incredible.

Beyond professional success, I hope you have found balance in life. Money and recognition are important, but they are not everything. I hope you have nurtured your relationships, taken care of your health, and found joy in the simple moments. I hope you still cherish your connection with Krishna, finding peace and guidance in that divine love. It is this spiritual anchor that keeps you grounded, reminding you that your purpose goes beyond material success.

Do you remember the times when you doubted yourself? The moments when fear tried to convince you to give up? Look back and smile because you proved fear wrong. You kept going. You believed in yourself even when the results were not immediate. That kind of faith and determination is rare, and it is what makes you unstoppable.

I want you to take a deep breath and feel immense gratitude for how far you have come. No matter where you are today, whether you have reached $700,000 or are still on your way, remember that you are already successful simply for refusing to give up. Celebrate your progress, no matter how big or small, and continue to move forward with the same passion and dedication that brought you here.

If there are new dreams in your heart, chase them fearlessly. If there are new challenges ahead, embrace them with confidence. You have already conquered so much, and you will continue to do so. Keep writing, keep believing, and keep thriving.

With admiration,

Your Past Self

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About the Creator

Badhan Sen

Myself Badhan, I am a professional writer.I like to share some stories with my friends.

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