Ask the Author: Shilpa Harry
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Shilpa Harry
It all began way back in 2020, during the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. I was going through acute depression during the lockdown phase. To divert my mind, I started writing a momentous list of self-motivational write-ups, quotes, core life values, goals, to-do items, and daily affirmations as part of my routine journal. I also began listing out life skills to enhance and uplift my self-confidence. Furthermore, I delved deeply into subjects related to conscious living and verified my self-made perceptions with existing theories of ancient philosophy and current psychological understanding.
The truth is, prior to this experience, I was never an ardent reader or writer. However, it all sparked instantaneously. I felt like I no longer had control over my explorative and inquisitive nature. It was as if some unknown knowledge was unfolding at a rapid rate. This was exactly what was happening to me at that point in time. Although I am a content person, I constantly felt haunted by the missing or the unfolded parts of my life – “What's next? What should I do?” It was then that I recognized myself as part of the ambitious breed who want to experience the totality of life by acquiring knowledge in all areas of interest.
Over the course of three years, my writings transformed into a self-empowering guide, and the formation of ‘Perceive to Pursue’ became certain.
The truth is, prior to this experience, I was never an ardent reader or writer. However, it all sparked instantaneously. I felt like I no longer had control over my explorative and inquisitive nature. It was as if some unknown knowledge was unfolding at a rapid rate. This was exactly what was happening to me at that point in time. Although I am a content person, I constantly felt haunted by the missing or the unfolded parts of my life – “What's next? What should I do?” It was then that I recognized myself as part of the ambitious breed who want to experience the totality of life by acquiring knowledge in all areas of interest.
Over the course of three years, my writings transformed into a self-empowering guide, and the formation of ‘Perceive to Pursue’ became certain.
Shilpa Harry
My inspiration is myself; it doesn't mean I am self-obsessed. Instead, I was passionate and determined to bring out different perspectives for conscious living. This triggered me to relentlessly pen down topics for the book as ideas flowed while I wrote.
Shilpa Harry
Currently, I am taking a break and promoting the new release "Perceive to Pursue." After 3 months, I will start writing another book that will be relatable to both women and men. I have received my mind downloads on the next book outline:)
Shilpa Harry
My advice, which I also practice, is never to give up. Taking into account my writing journey, I wasn't an ardent reader or writer. It all happened spontaneously. I had the will; all I had to do was put in effort in the right direction.
Shilpa Harry
The freedom to express is the best thing about being a writer.
"A book is a masterpiece through which an author conveys their story, points of view, and wisdom. Give them a chance to dauntlessly express themselves to this world 🌎"
"A book is a masterpiece through which an author conveys their story, points of view, and wisdom. Give them a chance to dauntlessly express themselves to this world 🌎"
Shilpa Harry
This is a tricky question. I mostly avoid horror movies and stories. A few years back, I used to feel that horror narratives were a waste of my imagination and would question my intelligence. However, after I had real encounters with unsettling moments, I realized that it isn't just imagination or my mind tricking my brain.
This is a real episode. As I entered a friend's house, I felt the presence of something eerie. But I wasn't sure about it, so I kept quiet. Slowly, when I turned to look at my friend, he asked me, 'Do you feel it too?
This is a real episode. As I entered a friend's house, I felt the presence of something eerie. But I wasn't sure about it, so I kept quiet. Slowly, when I turned to look at my friend, he asked me, 'Do you feel it too?
Shilpa Harry
I usually take a break and change my environment. My thoughts flow well when I am in nature, somewhere very serene and calm. I need to feel the rush of the wind and the soothing presence of water elements in my surroundings.
Shilpa Harry
If it is a non-fiction book, I would like to showcase how unpredictable and inexplicable events and people unravel in my personal life. This can include my transformational journey on the path of self-awareness, leading to my self-discovery.
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