Sonia Majumder

Cracked open a cold one, not just for the taste, but for the moment. This week has been a reset. Like that first sip of a crisp drink at golden hour, cool, sharp, freeing. A little pause. A breath. A toast to freedom, to real focus, to feeling like myself again. Sometimes the best mindset shifts don’t come with noise. They come with silence, sweat, sunshine… and a quiet clink that says, I’m back.

No emails, no deadlines, no work pings lurking in the background. Disconnecting. A much-needed pause that’s helped me reset my mindset, recharge my energy, and even try a few new things I’d been putting off for far too long.

Sunrise Sweat & Strength

The first and probably most powerful shift came from getting back into a consistent fitness routine. Every single morning this week, I got up and worked out. And not in a punishing, “must burn off calories” way—but in a feel-good, energising, “let’s take care of my body” kind of way. I can’t tell you how different my day feels when I move first thing. There’s a sense of accomplishment that follows you through the hours, and a clarity that’s hard to describe unless you’ve felt it.

Pilates: Core, Glutes & Grit

One of the highlights was a new Pilates class I tried. It focused deeply on the core and glutes—very targeted, slow, and effective. But what made it stand out was the instructor. She weaved affirmations into the class like little mantras: “The body will do what the mind says,” ”Focus on Mental Strength” and “You’re tougher than you think.” It wasn’t just a workout for my body, it was therapy for my mind. There’s something powerful about that mind-body connection, and I’m starting to understand how important it is. She wasn’t just training muscles—she was rewiring mindsets. That’s the kind of workout I want more of: one that leaves you sore but also stronger in spirit. Because the real flex? Mental toughness.

Connections & Collage of Moments

I also reconnected with people who inspire me—people with purpose. I met up with an industry colleague and visionary, and I walked away feeling emotionally full. He works on award-winning campaigns—work that’s not only visually striking but emotionally bold and meaningful. Campaigns that actually impact change, make people feel something or see the world differently. It always reminds me why I love storytelling and creativity, and why I want to be in a room where ideas spark and creative minds push each other forward. The best part? The conversation flowed easily, from travel, life, and what truly makes us happy, to where we see our lives heading over the next five years. It was exactly the kind of connection I needed.

Another catch-up was with a friend who’s been living abroad. He went through a bad illness, and hearing how the experience changed his life was real. He talked about seeing beauty in everything now, even in the smallest things. His energy was grounded and what stuck with me: “I started taking risks like there’s no tomorrow, especially the ones I was most afraid of. Stay positive. You’re already enough.”It reminded me how lucky we are just to be, to breathe, to move, to love, to try. Every day is a gift.

Content Creation: Imperfect Art of Starting

I finally dipped my toes into content creation. Turns out, it’s fun but tough. Lighting? Tricky. Angles? A maze. Editing? A whole new skill set. But the biggest challenge was getting out of my own head. I kept thinking I wasn’t “good enough.” Still, makeup felt the easiest to play with, maybe because it reminded me that I don’t have to be perfect to show up. I just have to start. Imperfect content is still content. And the fun is in the trying. I tried filming short videos in three categories: makeup (easiest), food (messy), and skincare (lighting nightmare). Makeup felt the most natural, even though I’m not great at it yet. But got to start somewhere, right.

First Driving Lessons: Pedal, Panic & Peace

This one deserves a spotlight: I passed my theory test (woo!) and had my first practical driving lesson. Cue the nerves. My heart was racing, my palms were sweating. But then I did it. I adjusted the mirrors, gripped the wheel, took a breath… and drove. There’s a beautiful freedom in learning something new that scares you. I actually loved it. The quiet roads, sunshine and palm trees ahead of the road. The concentration and feeling of progress with every turn. It was scary but a high I’ll chase again in different roads and countries.

Little Wins in the Kitchen

Another quiet triumph this week was cooking. Not just throwing things together but actually improving each recipe. I started remaking eggs until they turned out just the way I like them soft and fluffy. Then came the bigger wins, my oriental veggies, salmon, and rice, all timed and seasoned to near perfection. I finally stopped guessing and started using measuring spoons, setting timers, and trusting the process. Damn, it’s hard but I’ve finally got the hang of it. 

Reset, Reconnect, Realign

This disconnect from work was really needed—it was a recalibration. A full-body reset, a mindset realignment, and a reconnection with the people and passions that light me up. Sometimes, the road forward isn’t about speeding up, it’s about slowing down, switching lanes, and remembering why you started driving in the first place. Here’s to more mornings that begin with movement, more pockets of peace that clear the mental fog, and more fearless first steps, whether it’s on the mat, behind the wheel, or into the unknown.