The universe is always listening!
Entrepreneur & Traveller
I decided to start a personal blog, Curly Tales, where I would recommend people places to go to and things to do. I started documenting my travels with family, created videos and posted it on social media. I started converting everything into a filmic experience - be it spending a weekend at a private island or eating the local delicacy in a small town.
I would make a video out of everything and post it on social media to let people experience what I am feeling. My husband supported this passion project of mine and helped in setting up a small team for me. The content got a professional touch and soon brands and tourism boards started to notice. In the last two years, I have been invited by multiple tourism boards, restaurants and brands to partner with them. I feel happy to say that I don’t travel for free, I get paid to travel! Ever since Curly Tales started in 2017, other than covering the more than 25 places in India, I have also been to Czech Republic, New Zealand, Oman, Northern Territory Australia, Hong Kong, Turkey, Dubai, London, Portugal and counting. My dream came true and my passion became my paycheque.
Rules while Travelling
It has not been easy managing work, baby, travel and family. Over the last two years, I have slept less but lived more. I do have some rules to try and strive that perfect balance. I'll be honest - the balance has never been perfect but I try everyday. The biggest gift I got from my mother-in-law is the fact that she has never made me feel guilty for my passion towards my work. Living with my super supportive in-laws have only helped me in this journey. As for me, I am glad that my daughter is reaping all the benefits of growing up in the company of most experienced individuals, her grandparents. Grandparents are an important source of life lessons for the children. My daughter Ziana is growing up to be so independent and I hope I am giving her the right lesson of - everything is possible if you really love your dreams.
Here's my rule book:
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