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Growing up in Delhi, the speaker faced traditional academic hurdles, discovering later that they had dyslexia and ADHD. These personal challenges fostered a sense of alienation from conventional schooling, leaving them feeling like a perpetual outsider. Their early life was marked by restless school shifts and struggles to find their niche.
Hands-On Learning and Passion
The turning point came when the first creation—the simplest piece of furniture, a table—was made with their hands. This act was more than just woodworking; it was a revelation about the learning process—understanding balance, weight distribution, grain patterns, and finishing. For them, making was a form of self-expression and empowerment.