u/adarsh_exe1

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Figuring out life one step at a time...building my career, chasing bigger goals, and trying to stay consistent through it all. I believe growth comes from the right conversations and the right people around you.

Looking to connect with people who are driven, curious, and open-minded. If you think we can learn from each other or build something meaningful even just a good conversation that’s already a win.

I’m into the stock market, sports business (anything competitive really), and global business trends. Always up for talking about markets, strategies, or just life in general.

Let’s connect !!!! who knows, we might actually help each other grow.

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idk if it’s just me but being an introvert kinda sucks sometimes

like i do wanna talk to people, have real convos, chill, talk about life and all that… but when it actually comes to doing it, my brain just goes blank or i just don’t feel like it anymore

and it’s not like i hate people or anything

i just don’t like random talks or distractions

i like my space, my peace

but then staying like this too long makes life feel kinda empty too

like you see other people just talking freely, making friends so easily, living that social life and you’re just there thinking how tf do they even do that

i don’t wanna change myself completely but yeah… i wish i could balance it better

like be in my own zone but still socialize without it feeling forced or draining

anyone else feel this??? or is it just me!!

Lately I’ve been thinking… maybe what we call love isn’t really love most of the time. It’s more like attachment, fear, or just not wanting to feel alone.

We’re kind of conditioned to believe love means constant attention, quick replies, always being there, proving yourself again and again. And if you don’t do all that, people start doubting you.

But honestly, that just feels exhausting.

For me, love shouldn’t feel heavy like that. It shouldn’t come with this constant anxiety of losing someone. The moment I feel like I have to hold on too tight, or control things, or keep asking for reassurance… it doesn’t feel like love anymore.

I feel like real love is way simpler.

It’s when two people are okay on their own, not trying to fill some emptiness through each other. You’re there because you want to be, not because you need to be.

No ownership, no pressure. Just choosing each other, naturally.

And yeah, I know this kind of love is rare. Because most of us are scared of being alone or being replaced, so we end up holding on tighter than we should.

But I don’t think love is about holding on.

I think it’s more about letting things be… and still choosing to stay.

It’s been 4 years in the market for me, and these are a few things I’ve learned just by surviving:

1. Patience is everything

   You have to wait. Not just wait, but wait with the right mindset. Good setups don’t come every day.

2. Either SL or Profit — nothing in between

   There’s no “maybe.” Either your stop loss hits or your target hits. Accept it and move on.

3. Accept uncertainty

   This is the only truth in the market. You can never be 100% sure about anything.

4. Control your emotions

   This is the hardest part. The market can really mess with your head. You have to stay consistent and control your negative emotions.

I feel like these 4 things are not just trading rules, they are something deeper… like basic needs from within that reflect in the market.

This is just from my experience after spending 4 years in the market.

If you have your own learnings...feel free to share it in the comments. Would love to read and learn from you guys.

I seriously don’t get this.

I train hard...like proper intense sessions that completely drain me. By the end of it, I feel like I’ve used every bit of energy I had. Logically, I should be knocking out the moment I hit the bed… but nope.

I just lie there, wide awake.

And the frustrating part is, I know how important sleep is for muscle recovery and growth. It feels like all the hard work in the gym is getting wasted because I can’t recover properly.

I don’t even know what’s causing it—overthinking, stress, something else?

I’ve been thinking about trying ZMA (zinc + magnesium) to see if it helps with sleep, but not sure if that’s actually the solution or just a placebo.

Anyone else been through this? What actually helped you fix your sleep?

I seriously don’t get this.

I train hard...like proper intense sessions that completely drain me. By the end of it, I feel like I’ve used every bit of energy I had. Logically, I should be knocking out the moment I hit the bed… but nope.

I just lie there, wide awake.

And the frustrating part is, I know how important sleep is for muscle recovery and growth. It feels like all the hard work in the gym is getting wasted because I can’t recover properly.

I don’t even know what’s causing it—overthinking, stress, something else?

I’ve been thinking about trying ZMA (zinc + magnesium) to see if it helps with sleep, but not sure if that’s actually the solution or just a placebo.

Anyone else been through this? What actually helped you fix your sleep?

Lately I’ve been feeling like I don’t recognize myself anymore. Things I used to enjoy don’t excite me the same way. People I used to connect with… conversations feel forced. Even my goals don’t feel as clear as they once did. For a while, I thought something was wrong with me. Like I was losing direction. But what if this isn’t being lost? What if this is what growth actually feels like... quiet, confusing, and uncomfortable? We always imagine growth as something beautiful and inspiring, but no one talks about the part where everything feels uncertain. Where your old life doesn’t fit anymore, but your new one hasn’t fully formed yet. Maybe this phase isn’t emptiness. Maybe it’s transition. And maybe not recognizing yourself is the first sign that you’re becoming someone new.

Lately I’ve been feeling like I don’t recognize myself anymore. Things I used to enjoy don’t excite me the same way. People I used to connect with… conversations feel forced. Even my goals don’t feel as clear as they once did. For a while, I thought something was wrong with me. Like I was losing direction. But what if this isn’t being lost? What if this is what growth actually feels like quiet, confusing, and uncomfortable? We always imagine growth as something beautiful and inspiring, but no one talks about the part where everything feels uncertain. Where your old life doesn’t fit anymore, but your new one hasn’t fully formed yet. Maybe this phase isn’t emptiness. Maybe it’s transition. And maybe not recognizing yourself is the first sign that you’re becoming someone new.

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So this morning I randomly ended up chatting with someone here on Reddit. Didn’t really expect anything was just bored, scrolling, killing time, and honestly not in the best headspace.

But somehow, that one conversation shifted everything.

It wasn’t anything crazy or dramatic, just simple, genuine conversation with a really kind and lovely person. And without even realizing it, my anxiety faded, my mood lifted, and I started feeling like myself again. The positive vibes just came back.

What’s even crazier is that we ended up talking for almost 10 hours continuously....and not once did I feel bored. It just felt easy, natural, and honestly really healthy. Somewhere along the way, it stopped feeling like a random chat and started feeling like a genuine bond.

She now calls me a “green alien” (don’t ask 😂), and I actually love that vibe.

It made me think… maybe these random moments aren’t so random after all. Maybe it was just one of those perfectly timed interactions...like life (or Gods plan, if you believe that) placing the right person in your path when you need it the most.

Funny how a small, unexpected connection can turn your whole day around.

So yeah… really grateful for that, and for Reddit today :)

during the day everything feels controlled

like you know what to say, how to act

but at night… it’s just you and your thoughts

and suddenly everything feels real

is that just me?

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Not here for small talk.

I’m focused on growth career, mindset, life. Still figuring things out, but moving forward every day.

Looking for real conversations: goals, failures, late-night thoughts, building something meaningful.

If you think the same way, let’s connect.