My Journey of Transformation Since 2018: Overcoming Adversity and Embracing Life

I remember the words my mom said during her visit to the UK: 'Beta tu kafi badal gaya hein.' I was touched by her comment and felt a sense of fulfillment. Those two weeks with my sister were filled with simple yet significant moments like cooking, managing finances, and ensuring they felt at home. It was a testament to my growth and maturity.

Embracing Change and Growth

It's amazing how much can change in a year. While the changes in 2018 were not as dramatic as getting married or finding love, they were impactful in their own subtle ways. Starting from my rebirth on October 26, 2018, I embarked on a journey filled with challenges and triumphs.

Rebirth and Resilience

A few months prior to my rebirth, I had to learn how to walk again. Nine weeks later, I completed a 5k run. October 36 marked the day of my second stroke, which left me blind, brain-damaged, and physically disabled. Before this, my life had been marked by several adversities, including an 18-year abusive relationship, the murder of my father, and being indecently assaulted by an uncle during my teenage years. During and after this, my family deserted me, leading to two suicide attempts before I began to accept my disabilities and fight back.

Challenges and Triumphs

My journey has been a series of challenges and triumphs. Here are some of the significant milestones:

Taking up lawn bowls and becoming the first blind person to play for one of Ireland's top clubs. Finding love and moving to Scotland after three months of engagement. We started our own business, which was successful until my fiancée was diagnosed with a serious neurological condition. Taking up darts, and four months later, playing for my country at the Disability Darts World Cup and World Championships, becoming the first blind international player in the history of the sport. Being a media volunteer for a stroke charity and sharing my story across different media platforms, which resulted in saving the lives of about a dozen people. Adviseing one of the top three soaps in the UK on a major storyline just before our wedding, and watching our wedding on national television a week before ours. Challenging myself to brew beer, and two years later, I am now brewing low ABV beers from raw grain, converting my garage into a brewery and pub. Taking a blind driving experience and driving a Nissan GTR at over 130 mph around a racetrack in the last drive.

Personal Growth and Strength

In just six years, I have transformed from a person who was easily overwhelmed to someone who is mentally stronger, more focused, and determined. I have come to realize that there is nothing I cannot achieve if I put my mind to it. This journey has taught me the importance of resilience, acceptance, and the power of turning challenges into opportunities.

If you are going through a difficult time in your life, remember that you have the strength within you to overcome it. Challenges may seem insurmountable at times, but with determination and perseverance, you can find a way to transform them into opportunities for growth and self-discovery.