Hi, I am Biswajit Daspattanayak.
I was born and brought up in a large village of Balasore, fondly known as Barunasingh, in Odisha. I call it a “big village” not merely because of its size, but because of what it gave me — values, warmth, resilience, and a childhood that shaped the person I am today.
Honestly, I cannot quantify how much I have received from my village. The lessons, the people, the soil — all of it nurtured me in ways that words often fail to capture. All I can say is this: I am deeply grateful.
Life, Change, and Self-Realization
Life, in its short span, has offered me countless experiences. Among them, one truth has stood out clearly —
Change is the only constant and the most honest reality of life.
Life continuously evolves, gently or sometimes forcefully pushing us to adapt, reflect, and redefine ourselves. It is this very process of change that shapes our future and gives direction to our personal journeys.
Around five and a half years ago, I paused and looked at myself deeply. I conducted a personal audit of my life — my choices, aspirations, and purpose. That reflection became a turning point. It gave me clarity and a direction that I still hold close to my heart. I may not claim perfection in following it, but I try — sincerely and consciously.
Landing in the Land of Smiles
Perhaps as part of aligning myself with that inner direction, life took an unexpected yet beautiful turn. Along with my wife, I landed in Nigeria, often called the land of the happiest people in the world. Over time, our journey here became even more meaningful with the arrival of our cute son, Yash, who added a new dimension of joy and responsibility to our lives.
Our move to Nigeria was driven by both personal and professional reasons, but what stayed with us was something far deeper — the warmth of people, the richness of cultures, and the everyday lessons that life outside one’s comfort zone teaches.
The Realisation to Document Life
Just a few days ago, I encountered an important realisation —
I have lived, learned, explored, and experienced so much, yet I have never documented my journey.
That felt like a loss.
Documentation is not just about writing; it is about reflection, gratitude, and creating a mirror for oneself. It can serve as a guide — reminding us where we came from, how we evolved, and why we must keep moving forward.
So, here I am — beginning this journey of documenting small moments, experiences, learnings, and changes. Not to impress, but to express. Not to preach, but to preserve.
A New Beginning
This blog is my humble attempt to capture life as it unfolds — one thought, one story, one experience at a time.
Let us see how far I succeed in documenting these little yet meaningful pieces of my journey…
Because sometimes, the smallest stories carry the biggest lessons.
