Welcome to Enlightened Echoes

Welcome to Enlightened Echoes, a space to embrace the soul's whispers. This space was born from a deep need to create and write—to honor my truest self.

First, let's talk about how this little sanctuary got its name, which perfectly reflects what you can expect from the words you'll read here.

Enlightenment is the belief in the interconnectedness of all things, a state of awareness that arises when we tune in to the echoes of our soul. When these two elements harmonize, we find ourselves living a more synchronized and authentic life.

The profound inner echoes, the subtle prompts guiding us towards healing and self-exploration, urging us to embrace the transformative potential that lies within us. We are frequently encouraged to ignore these gentle prompts, to exchange them for simpler choices that conform to societal expectations and prevent confrontation.

I ignored the echoes of my soul in pursuit of perfection. I deserted myself as it was the simpler option, avoiding discomfort and conflict within myself and with others.

Recently, I've been feeling like my life is out of harmony and lacking synchronization. I neglected myself and prioritized perfection, sacrificing my well-being. Through some conversations with close individuals, I started to recognize that I had been disregarding the deep inner voices that were constantly nudging me towards mindfulness and unity between my authentic self and the external world. It was then that I realized my life felt unbalanced because it truly was.

So began the journey back to myself. Figuring out who I am at my core, what sets my soul on fire. I started the journey by pondering the question, “What did I want to be when I grew up?” The answer is simple: a writer. The truth is, I have always been a writer; it’s a part of me. Writing has always been my constant companion. It was my voice when I couldn’t use mine, my therapist when emotions swelled inside and I needed a space to unload them so I could breathe. Writing has been my punching bag, my Kleenex, my secret keeper, my shame holder, the carrier of my grief, and my dearest companion. I lost sight of that for a moment. I forgot what writing sparked in me, how life-giving it was to do the very thing I was created to do. I forgot to honor that precious gift because I got caught up in the belief that to truly be a writer, I had to write a book and be successful. I feared the vulnerability that came with harnessing that gift and chose comfort and self-abandonment over raw, authentic, and the difficult honesty. I feared failing so much that I actually failed—not in writing but in not writing. The failure came in not honoring the truest part of myself. I abandoned myself to pursue perfection and spent several years resentful and feeling lost.

This spring, I was faced with a decision: to either continue my path towards becoming a doctor or take a break to embrace my authentic self. I have always been someone who dabbles in various fields without mastering any, and although I have a thirst for knowledge and enjoy learning about everything, I realized that I was in this situation because it was the easier option. Pursuing a career in medicine would have been a straightforward path, not in terms of workload but in terms of emotional vulnerability. On the other hand, honoring my passion for writing and dedicating my time to that was the more challenging choice. For so long, I had been chasing after different things and acquiring knowledge as a way to escape from facing my true self and vulnerability. But now, I have decided to stop running and chasing fleeting moments that do not align with my authentic self. I have put my education on hold and committed to spending this summer writing. My focus is not on creating "the book" but on honing the craft of writing itself. I am writing with a sense of enlightenment and allowing myself to be vulnerable by sharing my words with whoever comes across them. I am choosing to honor my true self, my talent, and to connect with other kindred spirits who wish to accompany me on this journey.

The purpose of this space is to celebrate the genuine and unfiltered aspects of life, embracing both its challenges and its beauty. It serves as a place of validation, aiming to make individuals feel acknowledged and understood. My ultimate goal in sharing these heartfelt words is to pay tribute to my own experiences and to those of others who are navigating the path of self-discovery, tuning into the soul's messages, and seeking inner wisdom and enlightenment. Cheers to the voyage of self-exploration and to honoring those subtle prompts that lead us towards a more harmonious and genuine existence, my friends.