Story of my life

[Dinesh Karki]

Today, I want to share my life experience. I grew up in a small village in Nepal, where my dream was to work in a bank and eventually become a bank manager. At the age of 17, I left my village to pursue higher education in the city, choosing science as my major. However, I completed my studies with only passing marks. I was extremely introverted; I still remember the day someone asked me for directions—I knew the way but was too afraid to communicate. This kind of situation happened to me repeatedly over the next few years, and I often regretted my inability to speak up.

In 2016, I experienced a turning point when I first gained access to the internet. This opened up a new phase in my life. I began watching TED Talks and still remember Brian Tracy’s advice to read books for personal growth. He recommended three books: How to Win Friends and Influence People, Think and Grow Rich, and The Power of Your Subconscious Mind. I read all three, and they fundamentally changed my mindset.

By early 2017, I dove into self-help and personal development. I discovered Leo's videos on YouTube, and I can’t express how much they inspired me. His content opened my eyes and guided me toward a career in IT. By the end of 2019, I became a software engineer and dedicated myself to my career. I progressed from Junior Engineer to Senior Engineer, working day and night. Although I earned a good salary, I felt unfulfilled. I was overweight, tipping the scales at over 90 kg. On the outside, everyone said I was living the dream, but I was unhappy inside.

In early 2022, I decided it was time to work on myself. I joined a gym, and after six months, I lost nearly 10 kg. Additionally, I began meditating for 10 minutes every day. After a few months of meditation, I felt calm and peaceful, so I incorporated Pranayama into my routine. Meditation, Pranayama, gym workouts, reading, traveling, and my job became integral parts of my daily life.

After a year and a half of focusing on self-improvement, I felt a strong urge to quit my job and pursue a spiritual journey and personal growth. After months of contemplation, I submitted my resignation letter—everyone was shocked, especially since I had just been promoted to team lead from Senior Engineer.

That is my story. I have learned so much along the way, and it feels like life unfolds in chapters. Thank you so much, Leo; without you, I can't imagine achieving such an extraordinary life.