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A Reflection on Life(Sidheswar Jena PhD Scholar)

I have come to understand that life is larger than the names, titles, and possessions that society assigns us. A surname, a tag, or a label does not define who we are—it only limits the depth of our thoughts. The moment we leave these behind, we step into the vastness of the universe where ideas flow freely, unbound.

The mind, however, is restless. It often clings to things that in truth mean nothing—worries, comparisons, judgments, and illusions of control. With time, I have realized that much of what occupies our mind carries no real value. Peace begins when we stop giving weight to what is meaningless and turn our focus to what truly matters.

Wisdom lies not in holding on, but in letting go. Letting go of false identities, trivial attachments, and empty expectations clears the path for clarity. In that space of clarity, we begin to witness life as it is—not as we imagine it should be.

Life is not about conquering, collecting, or proving. It is about understanding. Meaning is not hidden in grand victories or recognition, but in small moments of awareness—the quiet pause, the reflective thought, the courage to be ourselves.

My philosophy is simple:
Do not measure yourself by external  approval.
Do not allow the mind to enslave you with trivialities.
Seek essence, not surface.
Live as a witness, not a prisoner of labels.
In witnessing, life opens—not as a burden to carry, but as a truth to embrace.