16/08/2026
Today, I turned 50.
Fifty.
The number feels both surprising and strangely natural.
A respectable age, by all accounts.
And definitely too many candles for one cake. ๐
According to tradition,
I should close my eyes,
make a wish, and keep it secret.
But I donโt want to keep my wishes secret.
I want to share them with you, and wish the same for you.
โจFor the mind
May we hear our own voice beneath all the noise.
โจFor our energy
May we recognize what drains us and give our energy to the people, places, and actions that make life meaningful.
โจFor the heart
May we remain open, loving, and compassionate, even when the world seems to be going mad and closing our hearts feels easier.
โจFor wisdom
May we see clearly and have the courage to bring our insights into daily life and live by what we know, while still leaving room for wonder.
โจFor purpose
May each of us bring something good into the world in our own unique way, making this world a bit of a better place.
And above all, may we be healthy, happy, and love our lives.
These are my wishes for 50.
They are for me, for you,
and for the community we continue to create together.
If you could add one wish to the list, what would it be?๐
P.S. The picture is ChatGPTโs idea of me as the goddess Durga at 50.
I canโt claim eight arms or the ability to ride a lion in real life, but honestly, both would be very useful. ๐