Take a cup of coffee, enjoy something to eat with it, and get ready to begin this journey. Today, we are not just going to read a story—we are going to live it. This journey will be full of motivational and emotional moments, reflecting the experiences I have faced.
We cannot say that struggle is something only a few people face. The reality is, struggle is a part of everyone’s life. No matter the size or type of struggle, it touches every person. It doesn’t matter whether you are rich or poor, famous or unknown—struggle is part of life.
This conversation is about struggle, but it is also filled with motivation, hope, and the love of human connection.
I have always loved mathematics. I was admitted to an M.Sc. program in Mathematics, and I was extremely excited. I thought it would be similar to the math I had studied earlier and that, with practice, I would be able to score good marks easily. But reality turned out to be very different.
Classes began, and I made new friends. We often went to watch movies and eat out after college. Our teachers were also very friendly. We had a wonderful time during that period. Now we are all separated and busy with our own lives. Most of us are married.
Months passed, and exams arrived. I had prepared well, but when the question paper was placed in front of me, I went blank. It was completely different from what I had studied in my previous classes. The paper was tough, and I did not know the right strategy to attempt it. I tried my best and somehow managed to complete it. That exam shattered my confidence, and I cried a lot afterward.
However, my father always had my back. Even in the worst situations, he never told me that I was incapable or that I couldn’t achieve my goals. He constantly motivated me. Somehow, I managed to complete the remaining exams, but the results were disappointing. I barely passed. My confidence was completely shattered, and I began to feel immense stress. As a result, I started facing health problems. I couldn’t sleep properly — I would sleep only 2–3 hours a day, which left me exhausted all the time. This affected my studies significantly.
When the second-semester exams approached, my health was poor, and I decided to drop out of the program. But my father advised me to sit for the exams even if I felt unprepared. So I did, but the results were still not good, even though I was promoted to the second year. That day, I felt defeated and considered myself a complete failure. I had always been a bright student, but it felt as though my world had ended. Everyone criticized me, but my father stood by my side.
I thought that after this, he would not allow me to continue my studies. Instead, he asked, “What have you thought about your future?” I replied, “What do you mean?” He said, “What are you going to study next?” I burst into tears and said, “I can’t do anything in my life.” He responded, “How have you become a failure? Failures are those who don’t try again. You still have time to study and try once more.”
His words gave me strength from within. I was surprised when he told me that if I wanted to pursue M.Sc. again, I should go ahead, and if not, I could choose another degree. I didn’t have as much confidence in myself as he had in me. He believed in me even when I couldn’t believe in myself. That belief helped me regain my confidence, and I enrolled in the same program again.
Just one month after my admission, he passed away. That day, it felt as if my world had collapsed. I couldn’t comprehend what had happened. It took me years to accept the reality. I was completely broken.
During that difficult time, my fiancé stood by me. Earlier, he used to say that if I didn’t want to study, I didn’t have to — he would never force me to work or take a job. But after my father’s death, he said, “Now you will complete your degree because Papa wanted you to.” He has always been my strength, and I am truly fortunate to have him in my life.
Months passed, then years, and I finally completed my degree. After my father, it was my fiancé who supported me and always trusted me. He is truly a gem of a person. Today, we are happily married. I have earned additional degrees and diplomas, cleared one government exam, and am currently preparing for another.
If Papa had not given me courage at that crucial time, and if my fiancé had not supported me, I would not be where I am today. Whatever I am today is because of both of them. ❤️❤️
To everyone reading this: be motivated and trust yourself. Parents are not just parents—they are the backbone who support you, helping you stand confidently in every situation. Love your parents and show them lots of respect. They are a gift from God, always special and precious.
This Story Shared by - Bableen Kaur
