What is your Passion?

Hi, I'm Soumya and welcome to my delightfully messy life.

This little corner of the internet is where I make sense of the world. I try new things, chase joy in unexpected places, and slowly, gently, try to find where I belong and build a space where I can create impact, and also find happiness.

One question I've always struggled with is:

"What's your passion?"

It sounds simple. But for me, it's never been easy to answer.

Since I was a child, I've been someone who's constantly exploring. My mother, ever the hands-on parent, encouraged me to try everything: art classes, dance (since I was three!), pottery, harmonium (I even got a diploma!), swimming, photography, videography, and so much more. My childhood wasn't about mastering one thing, it was about touching many colors and seeing what made my heart light up.

As I grew older, I noticed how clear my family was about their passions: my dad, mom, and brother all had that clarity. And while I've always been proud of them, it also made me question myself. Was something wrong with me because I didn't have one "big" thing?

For years, I carried that question just smiling whenever I was asked that.

But lately, I've found an answer that feels true:

Maybe my passion isn't one thing.

Maybe it's the joy of being curious.

Maybe it's a little bit of everything that makes me feel happy.

I love helping people - whether it's being there for a friend or working on something that brings positive change in healthcare. I care deeply about mental health and speak about it openly because I know how important that conversation is. I dance not to perform, but to feel. I create videos and content for the people I love, and one day, maybe, I'll be confident enough to share more of that with the world.

I also really enjoy the art of listening. I can happily spend hours just hearing people talk about their lives, whether it's something exciting or just a little vent. I love finding thoughtful gifts for people, it's my way of showing I care and that I'm paying attention (does that count as a passion, haha?). And I love solving puzzles, all types of puzzles, it gives me so much joy to completely solve something from start to finish (in games, and in life).

I've also recently fallen in love with fashion, not for trends, but for the joy of expressing who I am. I find a certain peace in organizing, cleaning, and building the healthiest version of myself, while also gently nudging my aging parents in the same direction. I also deeply care about sustainability and try to bring that into my everyday choices.

A new and slightly surprising interest? Planes.

I've found joy in planning itineraries and finding the best flights online, a habit born out of travel anxiety that has now evolved into something I genuinely enjoy (thanks to my friend!).

And perhaps one of the most comforting discoveries lately - writing.

Putting my thoughts into words has become a quiet space for reflection. I have blocked time in my calendar every sunday to write about my weekly journey - specially as I navigate my life in Nigeria. I write to remember how I felt in a certain moment and it has been extremely therapeutic.

I also sometimes play golf (try to) to spend time with my dad and challenge myself with things like getting my scuba certification and skydiving. I take each new experience as a chance to learn not just about the world, but about who I'm becoming.

So no, I don't have a single passion. I have a portfolio of passions with each one adding something meaningful to my journey.

And after a long time of trying to decide where my passion lies, I have come to terms with the fact that it is okay to not have one 'big' thing and it is okay to find multiple creative ways of expressing myself. That's what brings me true happiness.