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Welcome to “The Essence of Being” – a contemplative space dedicated to exploring the fundamental aspects of human existence. Here, we embark on a journey of self-discovery, personal growth, and mindful living. Through insightful reflections and thought-provoking perspectives, we delve into the essence of what it means to be human. Expect to find guidance, inspiration, and a deeper understanding of yourself and the world around you. Join us as we unravel the mysteries of life and uncover the beauty of the human experience together.​
Hi, I am Snehapriya!
For years, I have served as a useful source of motivation, help or advice. I finally decided to own that role and be intentional about it. I started The Essence of Being with a mission to give others a taste of my thoughts and experiences, and I have been at it ever since.
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I am always intrigued by the beauty of nature and how are bodies are in sync with it. It surprises me how we are the only species that over the time has lost touch with nature, or should I call it The Essence of Being. Today’s world is all about getting the best job, making your name among the few people you know in life, having more(never ending) followers, being the first ones to own trendiest gadgets and the list is never ending. Well, I am not saying that these are are bad, after all we must aim for better life for ourself and our loved ones. But, it’s important to understand that this is all just a small part of our life. While we should fulfil all our ambitious but we must not divert from life itself.
I have created this blog to share my experiences and understanding of life. This blog is all about focusing on what makes us human. The Essence of our existence. Together let’s explore how we can evolve into our authentic selves and embrace the beauty of being alive.
More about me...
In the depths of our own struggles, we often find solace and purpose in helping others. There's a beautiful fulfillment that fills our hearts when we can make even the smallest difference in someone else's life. However, behind the scenes, we grapple with our own battles, yearning for personal growth and evolution. These years of pain and struggle has made me more compassionate towards others, leading me on a quest to find meaning in my own life. As humans, we often ponder the purpose of our existence. Are we merely part of the vast tapestry of life, destined to live and fade away like any other species? Sometimes, it seems that life is indeed simple and uncomplicated, yet at other times, we yearn for something greater, a unique purpose that sets us apart. Perhaps the truth lies in finding a delicate balance between embracing life's simplicity and seeking our individual significance. For far too long, I've shielded myself from the world, living a guarded existence. However, I've reached a turning point in my life where vulnerability feels essential. Through this blog, I want to open up and share my personal journey, thoughts, and the lessons I've learned along the way. But it's not just about me. I genuinely want to know your story, your struggles, and your triumphs. Together, let's create a warm and welcoming space where we can explore the meaning of life and discover our unique purposes. In the midst of my own trials, I've come to deeply understand and appreciate the struggles faced by others. This profound empathy fuels my desire to have a positive impact on people's lives. Through this blog, I hope to forge a connection with YOU, as we navigate our own journeys of self-discovery and growth. As we embark on this shared journey, I'm filled with hope and anticipation. I believe that our connection, our shared experiences, and our collective wisdom will lead us to profound insights and discoveries. Let's embrace the imperfections of life, learn from one another, and find the deep sense of purpose we seek. This blog is our platform for growth, understanding, and mutual support. Let's embark on this beautiful journey of connection and discovery together.
How i discovered true
happiness?
Are you living your life? Or is it influenced by others? Just give a thought about all the things you do in a day. How does it make you feel? Do you feel happy? Do you feel content? Do you feel even if you die today, you will die happy? Most of the time we keep on delaying our happiness. I will be happy when I get this job. I will be happy when I marry this person. I will be happy when I buy this house. Who knows if you will even see tomorrow? Then was all this wait worth it? So, now you will have this question- what should I do then? Should I spend all the money that I have saved to buy my house on a trip to Europe, because that will make me happy? Or should I spend my child’s college fund on partying? Because YOLO! Well, I am not talking about any of this. If such thoughts are coming to your mind, then you are still looking for happiness externally. Hmmm…looking for happiness internally. What does it even mean? I have struggled with this question as much as you are fighting with it in your mind right now. I have tried to find happiness, in other’s definition of happiness. Tried to do everything that falls under the definition of happiness of what the people around me defined. Chasing dreams which I never even wanted to follow. Not that I was forced into in but I didn't know any better. The deeper I got in my work, I understood this is very opposite of what I value in life. After years of struggle, reading loads of self-help books, trying anything and everything from fitness to finance to NLP, finding happiness through law of attraction, spirituality, morning and evening rituals, self care, self love and what not. I have realised, I am still looking for that inner happiness. BUT… … Here is the most interesting part. When I look at the past 2-3 years of my life, when I was doing all of this, I feel happy. I never realised in the moment, that I was doing the exact things that made me happy but I never acknowledged it. This is what I love doing. Self- education is the best Education. Learning has always been my favourite hobby. The only thing that has changed now is that I acknowledge that happiness in every moment. How can my story be helpful to you? When I decided I was not happy in my life. I had nothing, I don't mean materialistically. In fact, materially I had more that I could ask for. I was living in a sea- faced apartment in a posh society of Mumbai, with all needs taken care of. So when I say I had nothing, I kind of mean I had no character. I was not proud of the person I was. I felt terrible, at times I felt nothing. But when I decided to change my life, I listened to my heart. I started doing things that made me feel GOOD (not happy because at that time I didn't even know what happy meant). Slowly I added more things that I loved doing. Mostly, stopped doing things that didn't add value to my life. I spent most of my time reading and researching. And I learned, this is what I love- Reading, Researching and Learning. When you stop living by the definition of others and start making you own path, you start building the life that you love. Yes, it is very difficult at the beginning and you face a lot of adversity. But from what I have learned, adversities should be celebrated, because that means you are doing something right. You will face problems in life, in fact you are still facing your set of problems right now. Problems are inevitable but you have the privilege of choosing your problem. Now, that you have a choice, I would say take that leap of faith and choose a slightly better problem. Happiness is not something that will happen to you in future. Happiness is in doing.
Take some time to explore the blog and find what sparks your interest. Feel free to reach out if you would like to collaborate on a project together. Read on and enjoy!