Manifest 2024 in Goa was a special three-day experience that changed my life. I met Mr. Rafi, my mentor, and since then, everything in my life feels magical. My outlook on life, people, and relationships transformed profoundly. Problems turned into challenges, and challenges became opportunities. Now, at Manifest, I realize that these opportunities are meant for someone extraordinary like me, not for an ordinary life.
During Chinmay's talk, something clicked for me when I volunteered. We got an envelope each with money placed in, and Chinmay asked about our views. The first time, I felt grateful for being part of the exercise. When he handed out envelopes again, I got the maximum money, ie. Rs. 200. This time, my gratitude deepened. It's proof that being thankful for the small things attracts good things into our lives.
Let me tell you about my journey from Goa to Mumbai. While fully engaged in the event, there was a problem with my ticket. Despite clear instructions, a friend's husband booked a morning ticket instead of an evening one on the 28th of January. Surprisingly, I stayed calm. At the station, I found the mistake but decided to stay cool. When I asked about the next Mumbai-bound train, a police officer said it was only in the morning. Undeterred, I waited, trusting that something would work out.
To my surprise, an announcement said the Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminal Express was on platform 8. Without hesitation, I went towards it, keeping a positive attitude. Once inside, I thought about offering extra money to the ticket collector but decided to trust myself and the universe. Despite three encounters with the ticket collector, he didn't pay attention to me. Determined, I pulled out my book, committed to finishing it. A family with sleeping children asked me to move to an empty seat, a seemingly miraculous turn of events.
This experience taught me the power of gratitude, self-belief, and faith in something higher. These principles helped me realize my dreams. Sitting in the express train, two hours early, I couldn't help but smile, acknowledging the magic of the universe.
I missed the general train but ended up in an AC train - that's the magic of life's twists and turns. More magical moments are coming, and I credit it all to the teachings of my coach and friend, Mr. Rafi. He's a true magician, and we're all becoming magicians in this tribe. Magic has become a part of my life, and I'm grateful for it.
Thank you, Mr. Rafi, and thanks to everyone on this magical journey. You are truly appreciated.