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My Uncharted Path: From Struggle to Abundance and the Power of Your Inner Game

I came into this world in the Himalayan foothills of Nepal, in a family where the echoes of resilience ran deep. My great-grandfather, a decorated Subedar in the Indian Army and a veteran of the First World War, embodied a strength that, for a long time, I felt I lacked. I was known as the "Crying Baby," emotionally vulnerable, and my early life was marked by struggle, even a school failure that felt profoundly isolating.

This initial setback, however, was a secret blessing. It forced me to change schools, which meant walking daily through dense jungles. These treks became my first profound lesson in resilience. The child who once cried easily transformed, step by challenging step, into the top student. My passion for sports, where I'd mimic monkeys, jumping from tree to tree until my feet ached and nails came off, was a raw, primal expression of my drive to overcome and excel.

My childhood dream was to be a teacher, but fate had bigger plans. I joined the British Army, a transition that profoundly shaped me. Life became a relentless proving ground: from "life through the mud" and jungle survival, to the solemn duties of leadership in campaigns like Bosnia, Sierra Leone, and Afghanistan. I experienced the world through extremes – from the precision of a sniper's scope to the delicate art of diplomacy, understanding human nature under unimaginable pressure. My journey took me from humble beginnings to positions of significant responsibility, even in the palaces of the Queen. It was a life of grit, versatility, and learning what it truly means to lead.

Through all this, I constantly questioned: What drives us? Why do some break, while others rise? I witnessed profound austerity in remote villages and the stark comfort of Western abundance. These contrasts made me deeply reflect: What is enough? What is truly valuable? How do we define success beyond material gain?

This quest for understanding deepened as I grappled with a profound paradox: why do individuals, driven by an insatiable hunger for 'more' and a 'better life,' venture into incredibly unknown and challenging spaces, only to return empty-handed, or tragically, in a coffin? This stark reality forced me to confront the ultimate cost of external pursuits without a strong inner foundation, one critical for a truly meaningful life and clarity in direction.

My personal journey was further shaped by a quiet tragedy: my mother's passing from what I believe was an undiagnosed mental illness. Her story, and countless others like hers, highlighted a painful truth – that many victims of mental distress live their entire lives untreated or misunderstood, often due to a societal focus on 'quick fixes' like drugs and injections. The world often prioritizes profitable, rapid solutions over the slower, deeper work of psychological support, failing to recognize the immense value in true, sustainable recovery.

Born near the sacred land of Buddha, I’ve always been around spirituality, but its profound truth only truly unfolded as I sought answers to life's deeper questions. I realized that the greatest battles and the greatest victories happen within. This realization ignited a fervent curiosity about the mechanics of the human mind. I became deeply passionate about psychology, neurology, and mindset, driven to understand the source of our 'human power' and potential. It's about the inner game: cultivating a beginner's mindset fueled by curiosity, embracing a growth mindset that allows us to bounce back from every setback, and understanding the intricate dance of our emotions, ego, and deep-seated beliefs. Why do we seek "big but quick" results? Why do we yearn for abundance, yet sometimes avoid the very climb that leads to it?

This growing clarity—that true abundance is an inside job, built on inner strength and self-awareness—has become my unwavering mission. Every failure, every struggle, and every lesson learned over five decades has led me to this profound realization. To complement my life learning and offer truly impactful guidance, I pursued rigorous training and formal accreditations and certifications. I am currently on the journey of becoming a highly qualified professional, accredited by the Association for Coaching (AC) and SFEDI, and certified in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Mental Health Awareness. These formal studies provide a robust framework for personal growth and transformation, seamlessly building upon my extensive life experience. If my journey, combined with this specialized knowledge, can illuminate the path for others, then that is my deepest purpose.

As a life coach specializing in mindset, clarity, confidence, and resilience, I am committed to helping you navigate your own inner landscape, transform your struggles into strengths, and ultimately, become the strongest, most authentic version of yourself, ready to perform at your peak. I am not looking back. I am here to guide you.