Prescription For Love

Chapter 1 - The Mirror's Gaze

Arjun's POV

"Hi , I'm Arjun , and if there's one thing that defines me, it's my relentless optimism and ability to laugh at life's little mishaps, like the time I spilled coffee on my lab coat five minutes before an important viva hahaha......... but it still hurts

Being from a strict traditional south Indian family where sticking to customs was as important as sticking to the rules of a board game where losing wasn't an option. As always they had clear expectations for me, and growing up, it felt like there was a lot of pressure to meet those expectations. 

Every holiday and family gathering was like stepping onto a stage set for a historical drama. My parents had a clear vision for me: I was to become a doctor. Not just any doctor, but one who followed in the footsteps of my grandfather and uncles. It was a well-trodden path, and I was expected to walk it with precision.

So, naturally, I went to medical school. Becoming a doctor is something I'm proud of, though it's a bit like juggling chainsaws sometimes. There's a lot of pressure and responsibility, but I've learned to roll with the punches and to laugh at my own missteps. Like that time I accidentally walked into the wrong exam room and found myself in the middle of an autopsy room with fellow deadies !

Now, on top of the medical profession, I was also wrestling with something more personal: my sexual identity. Growing up in a traditional household, this was like trying to swim upstream with a boulder tied to your back. I knew from a young age that I didn't quite fit the mould my family had set out for me. It was a struggle to reconcile who I was with what was expected of me. I tried my best to stay positive and focus on the things that made me happy, but it wasn't always easy and it took a lot of juggling both literally and figuratively to keep my balance.

Living away from my family in Mumbai has been a double-edged sword. On one hand, it means I'm free to be myself without constant reminders about how to properly fold a fitted sheet (still working on that one but unable to figure it out). On the other hand, it's also a bit lonely. There's something missing when you can't share your victories and mishaps with someone who truly gets you.

What I really need now is someone who can see beyond the doctor's coat and the family expectations. Someone who can appreciate my humour , tolerate my lame jokes , share in my joys, and understand the more complicated parts of my journey. If you can laugh with me over the little things, like my attempts at cooking ( not that bad..... I guess so )  or my habit of quoting movies at the most awkward times or being clumsy , then you're exactly the kind of person. I'm hoping to find you soon. I'm optimistic about the future, even if it sometimes feels like navigating a maze blindfolded.

I'm hopeful that one day, I'll find one who understands and accepts me for who I am someone who can share in the laughter and the challenges, and who appreciates both my cheerful outlook and the depth of my journey. Until then, I'll keep smiling through the ups and downs, finding joy in life's quirks, and hoping that the right person will come along to join me in this adventure. After all, life is too short not to laugh at yourself , find happiness in the little things and looking forward to the day when I can share my life and my laughter with someone special."

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