Manasvi Kharat - Baramati, Maharashtra

 

“Courage is the power to let go of the familiar.”
Let’s Make A Difference gave me the courage to change, introspect, realise, and enhance my personality. I am forever indebted to it.

Greetings,

LIFE AFTER LET’S MAKE A DIFFERENCE:

I am Manasvi Kharat, born and brought up in Baramati, Pune. I am a prospective medical student. In 2024, I passed my 12th board exams and had been preparing for the NEET exam for the past two years. I gave my first attempt on 5th May 2024.

During the vacation after my exams, I was introduced to the Let’s Make A Difference National Youth Conference by my mom. It was conducted from 1st to 8th June 2024. At the time, I was completely unaware of what the conference was about. Honestly, I was forced by my mom to attend it. I agreed, and headed to the conference at Asia Plateau, Panchgani. I had intellectual curiosity in my mind, but I was also a bit anxious on my way to AP.

Before attending the conference, I was a person with high aspirations, but at the same time, I struggled with self-doubt, lack of confidence, overthinking, impatience, passive aggression, and unrealistic expectations from both myself and those around me.

LIFE DURING LET’S MAKE A DIFFERENCE:

As the conference began, I was introduced to the eight-day agenda. The first day was a bit challenging—I found it hard to sit quietly and write down my thoughts in a journal. But I was basking in the tranquillity of the surroundings. Gradually, after listening to Viral Sir, I began focusing on my inner conscience.

The first thought that came to mind was about my exam—I wasn’t sure if I could clear it. Multiple thoughts started flooding my mind. Facing my parents, and more importantly, facing myself, was the biggest hurdle. My goal had always been clear from day one of my preparation. But I felt trapped in a labyrinth of self-doubt, anxiety, and overwhelming expectations.

The guilt of potentially not clearing the exam constantly made me feel dejected. As I began diving deeper into my thoughts, my inner voice told me not to give up. I saw two choices: to either move on with another course or give NEET another attempt. Fortunately, I chose the latter—preparing again. I embraced that decision with clarity and conviction, determined to make a great academic comeback.

For me, self-introspection paved the way toward my dreams. The morning Quiet Time was an incredible opportunity to understand my potential, rebuild my confidence, and develop a positive mindset—free from self-doubt.

On 6th June, we had Family Day—one of the most memorable days of my life. My family, especially my mom, has always been my weak spot. We shared a typical mother-daughter relationship. She always had high expectations of me, which I often found burdensome. Because of that, I couldn’t open up to her, and I often avoided conversations. That’s when the gap between us began to grow. I always wished for a friendly bond with her, but it felt like we were living in the same house yet on different planets.

During Family Day, Viral Sir shared stories that were deeply emotional and touched my heart. They made me vulnerable. Listening to him made me realise the true worth of my family. Memories of every rude or heartless moment crossed my mind. I completely surrendered to that emotion—I cried, confessed, and made a heartfelt promise.

I thanked God for giving me a chance to rectify my mistakes. I called my mom, and all I did was confess and apologise. That day, I promised her I would bridge the gap between us. I committed to being pure, honest, unselfish, and to spreading unconditional love to my family and loved ones.

The other day, I was also introduced to two powerful activities—The Pyramid of Life and Daylight Saving Time. These drastically impacted me. The Pyramid of Life gave me clarity toward my goals, while Daylight Saving Time helped me prioritise my daily routine more effectively. I realised that the phrase “I have no time” was just an excuse. I learned to use my time mindfully instead of wasting it.

LIFE AFTER LET’S MAKE A DIFFERENCE:

The National Youth Conference 2024 was the biggest turning point in my life. I faced my fears and made a brave choice—to take a drop year and study hard again for NEET.

The two practices that played a major role in improving my academic performance wereQuiet Time and the Concentration Activity. The realisations I had during Quiet Time helped with my studies, weight loss, health, and focus. They kept me away from distractions and increased my efficiency.

Earlier, I used to be under constant external pressure. But Quiet Time helped me manage it. I was able to study for 12–14 hours a day with full concentration. Thankfully, I cleared the exam with a good score.

The conference made me realise my worth, my true potential, and my mental strength. It didn’t just impact me academically—I found a new version of myself. I transformed into a better person. I realised so many things, corrected my mistakes, and began building a stronger mindset.

I was also deeply inspired by the people around me—their warmth, kindness, generosity, and purity of heart truly moved me. It felt like home. I observed qualities in each person and tried to imbibe those within myself.

Change is constant and knows no boundaries. During one of the Quiet Times, I realised there are still flaws in me—and they, too, must change.

In 2025, I attended the conference for the second time at the beautiful Chinmaya Vibhooti. What brought me back was the morning Quiet Time, which gave me inner peace and calmness. I reconnected with my thoughts on a deeper level.

God was kind to give me another opportunity to attend. The biggest highlight this time was meeting Viral Sir again. Having someone like him in my life is truly a blessing. He sets a beautiful example of what it means to be a good human being. I am confident that under his guidance, I will continue to grow.

I extend my heartfelt gratitude to Let’s Make A Difference for being the light in the darkness—guiding me to become a person with a renewed perspective and a transform

With gratitude,
Manasvi Kharat