Why Not Anxious Reflections?
They say the answers you seek often come when you’re quiet enough to hear them. That’s where NA Reflections began—not in a boardroom, not during a grand epiphany, but in those small, quiet moments when life felt overwhelming, and I didn’t have the words to explain it to anyone—not even myself.
There was a time when my mind felt like a crowded room. Every thought, every emotion was fighting for space. The world tells you to keep going, to “hustle harder,” to measure your worth by your productivity. But in those moments, I felt like I had nothing left to give. I remember sitting on my balcony one evening, a warm cup of tea in my hands, staring into the distance. The sky was a soft gradient of pinks and oranges. It wasn’t an extraordinary moment—it was an ordinary one. But for the first time in a long while, I felt something: stillness.
And that stillness whispered a truth I’d been avoiding: You don’t have to fix everything right now.
The Birth of a Thoughtful Practice
From that day on, I started jotting down little thoughts—gentle reminders to myself. They weren’t solutions to my problems, but they were stepping stones. A thought to hold when my mind felt heavy, a perspective shift when I needed clarity, or simply words that felt like a hug when I was too exhausted to ask for one.
It wasn’t long before I realized these weren’t just for me. The people around me—friends, family, even strangers—were going through their own storms. They too needed a pause, a moment to breathe, and something to hold onto.
That’s when NA Reflections began to take shape.
Why These Cards Matter
Each card is a piece of my journey, a quiet voice saying, “It’s okay to feel lost, but don’t forget—you’re not alone.” They’re not about fixing your life; they’re about holding space for yourself. About finding those small, precious moments of peace that help you carry on.
NA Reflections isn’t just a product—it’s a practice. A way to remind yourself to pause, reflect, and grow. To honor the chaos but also celebrate the calm.
For You, From Me
When you shuffle through these cards, know that they were created with care and love. I hope they meet you where you are and give you a moment to just be. Whether it’s a pick-me-up on a tough day, a journaling prompt for deeper reflection, or simply a thought to hold in the quiet of the night—I hope these cards remind you of your strength, your beauty, and your worth.
Thank you for letting Reflections be a part of your journey.
— Akshay Tiwari(AT)