My Tryst with Alcohol

What began as a source of relaxation and entertainment, alcohol soon became my worst habit. It steadily consumed my life over the next 18 years. I became regular with the drink from the age of 24. For an inherently shy person, a drink or two helped me break the ice. Also, it added to the ‘cool’ quotient.

Gradually from a social drinker, I became a full-fledged alcoholic before I even knew it.

As alcohol took over my being, I started losing grip over my life. My clients walked out on me. My near and dear ones were disgusted with me. After a few drinks I would often turn into an unpredictable monster.

At the end of these sordid 18 years of alcoholism, I stood lonely and despondent.

The Awakening

What did it take to get out of this life consuming addiction? Along with steady determination and will, a deep understanding as to why a man of my intellect was so completely helpless when it came to alcohol. It was a battle that I was determined to win. And I did.
I had my last drink on 11th of Nov’16.

As clichéd as it may sound but it was no less than a rebirth. I left Delhi and moved to a village in the Himalayan hills of Uttarakhand. It took time to get the wheels moving again. And the wheels did move: almost like a divine calling, I got introduced to Yoga.


Yoga wasn’t just exercise; it was transformational. I immersed myself, dedicating years to mastering its essence. Through Asanás and Pranayama, I found harmony - physically, mentally, and emotionally. It was a profound journey of self-discovery and healing.

My Mission:

To Lend a Helping Hand

Emerging from the grip of alcoholism wasn’t just a personal victory; it became my mission. I blend counseling with Yoga's transformative techniques to guide others towards liberation. Just as I broke free from the bottle’s chains, so can you. If this story resonates with you and you wish to become a better version of yourself, write to me at thinksmalldebu@gmail.com or text/ call @ 9810608357.

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