A week ago, I injured my leg and had a severe sprain. The pain was so intense that I couldn’t even take a single step. It was extremely difficult. I had to depend on others even for a glass of water. I felt helpless, bored, and nothing seemed good. Sometimes even family members would joke about it, which hurt more than the injury itself.
During that time, I truly realized how many struggles a physically challenged person faces every day. Slowly, people stop understanding, and sometimes even support fades, that is the harsh reality.
But then I also understood something beautiful, when God closes one path, He always opens another. I realized that even while lying on a bed, I can still study, teach others online, guide people, and share my knowledge and experiences. I can create content, make reels, write, read, and reach the whole world with my voice without even moving from one place.
This phase taught me an important lesson. no matter what situation life puts you in, never lose hope. There is always another way, another opportunity, another door waiting to open. When one road ends, another begins.
Written by
Jitendra Verma
An UPSC aspirant & mentor