CHAPTER 17: They Call It Care, But I Feel Like I’m Losing Myself
My parents did not allow me to stay in Chennai after my PG course. They forced me to come back home. I have no idea what to do now because my dance, everything I learned, my lessons, and my everyday dance practice were all left in Chennai. Here, I don't get any opportunity to continue what I learned. I don't have a dance class to go to or a place where I can practice and grow. My parents want me to clear UGC NET and do a PhD. But my aim is different. My dream is to start a dance studio one day. They don't really understand or care about that dream. They only want me to clear NET and do a PhD. So, I decided to give NET a try. I started studying seriously and joined classes. Slowly, my regular routine completely changed. Most of my time is spent sitting and studying. I also started working out, but in between, I developed some joint pain. I went to the doctor, and the doctor suspected that it might be related to thyroid. He asked me to take some blood tests and gave me iron t...