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For me, art isn’t mostly about the final outcome.

One of the most beautiful things about art is how it makes me feel in those moments.

Whether I’m dancing,
writing,
wearing it
or creating with my hands -
it never feels separate from me.

In those moments,
art becomes a gateway.
A gateway that connects me to my soul,
where I feel more like myself,
more alive…
more connected.
Not just to a deeper, quieter truth within me
but also to the people
and to something bigger… the universe.

This World Art Day,
I’m not just celebrating what I make -
but the way it makes me feel.

🎨 ✍️ Happy World Art Day 👩🏻‍🎨 💃

#art #artist #writer #dance

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The last image isn't AI.
It's from "The World of Illusions" at @imagicaaworld by @minalswords

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6 months ago

Sometimes, the dream life we imagine feels so far away.
And without a blueprint of how to reach there, the road seems foggy and the start feels impossible.

But the truest and fastest way to reach that life begins with a simple question: what is my current reality?

Before the roadmap comes realization.
Before realization comes truth.

And truth asks you to understand your life inside out, to face your reality, to see what shaped it and to ask yourself:
Why are things the way they are?
How did they become so?
And what can be done starting now to change them?

It asks you to recognize your strengths and flaws, the habits that serve your growth and the ones that silently destroy it.
To look at your mindset — what built it, what limits it and what needs to be reformed.
To see what’s real, what’s helping and what’s hurting.

It asks you to start building your foundation on honesty, not denial or illusion.
Because that’s where direction is born.
That’s where the fog begins to clear.

The life you dream of doesn’t begin with luck or timing.
It begins when you face the mirror and meet the truth of your life so far. ✨

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"The life you dream of begins with the truth of you". - Minal
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#quotestoliveby #selfdevelopment #betterlife
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👇 Did the quote resonate with you? by @minalswords

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a year ago

I wish I really had wings... ☺

⭐️ Universe's Child ✨️

#earthangel #oldsoul #warriorsoul #consciousness #creativesoul #starseed #wings #dreams #picoftheday #selflove #fly #creativephotography #creative #loveyourself #loveyourself #selfdevelopment #flyhigh #mindfulness #awakenedsoul by @minalswords

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4 years ago

September was a long month.

A month of unexpected delays, difficult moments and a gentle reminder of how unpredictable life can be. Another passing away in the house made that reminder even more real.

September was also the third month of this intense period of healing. And it taught me further how beautifully time can heal things when we allow it to do its work, especially when -
we have the right support (either close ones or universe; or both), inner strength and the willingness to take the right actionable steps for self.

Time + right support + determination + correct actions = healing + transformation

Another lesson was to simply let things take their time.
I did not push work despite the delays.
Coz, the more I grow older, the more I realize and accept that it's only us (the humans) who feel like we are running out of time and need to do everything asap. But sometimes, from the universe's point of view, things are working at the perfect timing.

September was, in many ways, a little pre-trailer of why patience, however difficult it can be to have and hold on to, actually stores beautiful things.

And then the Ganpati festival made the month even more beautiful. 💫

The dhols, the music, the energy, the divine environment that is created during the Ganpati festival is such a blessing.

I felt especially grateful to everyone who welcomed us into their celebrations and their homes to share Papa's divine presence with all of us.

Mumbai had some truly creative pandals this year. I could not visit them all but the ones I did get to see were beautiful. This year, Pune proved why it should be on my 2027 Ganpati Pandal's list.

I love the pandals that go an extra mile to create a special and creative experience for people during Ganpati darshan.

To everyone known and unknown, who directly or indirectly made this year's Ganpati Utsav more beautiful, thank you. 💫

Thank you September. ❤️ by @minalswords

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16 days ago

As the famous proverb goes, - "time heals everything".

And so it was - August. Not fully but surely. 🤍

August has been a month of healing -
faith from within and slowly finding my way towards my next version.

But perhaps healing is not only about letting time pass. It is also about the choices we make as time passes.

We can choose to stay stuck in what was or we can choose the path of the healer -
to consciously redirect our energy towards becoming, growing and creating the life we truly desire.

The way could be through workshops on healing, career, money, spirituality, self-love, growth or holistic well-being.
And there is nothing wrong with seeking guidance. But at some point, the real shift happens when we begin to take everything we have learned and turn that energy inward.

That is where I am right now -
redirecting all sorts of energies towards building my goals, nurturing my dreams and becoming more aligned with the person I wish to be.

Because when you are finally ready to meet yourself halfway, you may be surprised by just how much the universe is willing to support you further. ✨ by @minalswords

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2 months ago

Rajgad was one of the most difficult treks I’ve gone on, read till the end to know why.

The route is long, with challenging ascents and descents-
uneven terrain, stones, grass, vertical steps, narrow pathways and railings that come and go.

Yet, it is breathtaking-
flowers, panoramic views, ponds, temples and trails that make you stop, breathe and get lost in the vastness of the world and our existence.

Mata Devi’s temple was unexpectedly sacred. I felt as though she was looking directly into my eyes, speaking to me energetically.
There was a water body with surprisingly fresh, sweet, drinkable water.

All these photographs are from the ascent because I fell... not once, not twice but three times, despite taking precautions.

The injured hand you see was only the beginning. Swelling, injuries to my leg, back and knees...and extreme difficulty walking followed. It took me three weeks+ to recover.

One tiny plant stopped me from going further. Had it not been there, I might have gone down the cliff.

A few of us took almost an hour longer to descend because of injuries and other difficulties. And that’s when you realise why choosing the right trekking group matters -
experienced leaders, first-aid preparedness and most importantly, people who take care when things go wrong.

And I am glad I went with the responsible ones @_durg_vihar_trekkers_

I’m grateful for every person who stayed by my side, helped me and made sure I got back safely.

Perhaps when we make the right choices and take our share of responsibility, the universe meets us halfway.

The accident still scares me. But I’ll trek again.

Because treks teach you about strength, courage, limitations, choices and people.

Sometimes, you meet people who become soul family. Two such beautiful people became a part of my Rajgad memories @ruch_sunshine
@apurvratnakar

Rest in comments....

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Trekking Group: @durg_vihar @_durg_vihar_trekkers_
Trek Level : Moderate

# throwback taken in Rajgad Fort by @minalswords

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2 months ago

July... one of the hardest months of my life.

But also the one that brought sudden, rapid spiritual remembrance.

From a soul crushing spiritual pain, a spiritual fever and intense self development, July was a series of tsunamis.

No matter how mentally, emotionally or spiritually strong you are, nothing prepares you for the loss of a love one; especially when they leave the world.

If you are someone who has faced a great loss -
Whether passing of a dear one, major heartbreak, financial loss or the loss of everything you built..... please, for your own sake (and for those around you), go to therapy, allow yourself to feel your emotions instead of suppressing them and attend healing as well as self-development workshops.
Spend as much time as possible in nature. Monsoons will help coz nothing eases pain like rain.

Take your own time but do remember and trust that your greatest pain can be transformed into your greatest transformation, if you choose to.

And that is why I am writing this -
to remind you of the immense power that already lies within you. Recognise it and align yourself with it.

Even when life feels submerged in darkness, take a leap of faith because the Universe quietly whispers:
"Wait for my miracles and blessings. Keep taking the actions that are yours to take and the rest will be taken care of."

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P.S. :

In case you're wondering what a spiritual fever is,
it means feeling extremely ill, weak and feverish, yet there is no biological, environmental or medical reason behind it.
For me, it felt like intense energy turmoils at the soul level... sometimes like currents running through my body. The weakness was so profound, indicating that my conscious mind and body struggled to keep up with everything my soul was experiencing. by @minalswords

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2 months ago

Throwback to awesome waterfall treks.

Trek : Nanemachi Waterfall
Trek Group : @wanderingsoulsindia by @minalswords

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3 months ago

June went by in the blink of an eye.

From summer to rainy....it was preparing.

The foundation month for the better half of the year.

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#artist #spiritualgirl #life

[ June Life - 2026, Journey, Conscious Life, Live Life, Enjoy Small Moments, Mindfulness, Mindful Living, Universe's Child, Spiritual, Aspiring Speaker, Pause Breathe Feel Alive, Rains, Groundness, Thankful ] by @minalswords

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4 months ago

May was all about leveling up - spiritually. by @minalswords

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4 months ago

This isn’t just Earth…
this is living, breathing art. 🌱

And the way we care for it
decides how long it stays this beautiful. 🌍✨

The way we choose to treat it today
is shaping how much beauty remains tomorrow. 🌿

🌊 Happy Earth Day 🌎

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Few pic credits :
@shyamli_macro
@fisk.tom
burakevlivan

#earth #art #nature #artist by @minalswords

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6 months ago

November was all about figuring out YouTube and starting YouTube channel. 🤷🏻‍♀️

P.S.: No, it's not my pet cat.

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#writer #poet #spiritualgirl #author #speaker #2025 #creativegirl #girlboss #bossbabe #thoughtleader #writersofinstagram #littlemoments #simplejoy #life #live #livelife #writers #writerlife #beyou #beyourself #gratitude

[ November Life - 2025, Journey, Writer's Life, Live Life, Enjoy Small Moments, Mindfulness, Mindful Living, Universe's Child, Spiritual, Aspiring Speaker, Pause Breathe Feel Alive, Rains, Groundness, Thankful ] by @minalswords

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