The Safe Place Inside

About Book

This book was not planned. It was lived. It was written in moments of fear and courage, in quiet nights and busy mornings, in tears that needed space and laughter that needed permission. It is a book born from real life—where feelings were messy, answers were not always clear, and yet growth kept happening. Inside these pages lives a little child—sometimes scared, sometimes angry, sometimes quiet, sometimes playful. That child might look like Aashi. But if you read closely, you may find yourself there too. Each chapter gently touches a feeling many of us carry but rarely talk about—fear, shame, comparison, grief, perfection, longing, attachment, and hope. These are not problems to fix. They are experiences to understand, soften, and hold with care. This book is for parents, caregivers, and especially for those who are raising others while re-parenting themselves. It is for anyone who had to grow up too soon, who learned to be strong without being taught how to feel safe. It is also for those who keep bouncing back—even when no one is watching. The simple stories and affirmations shared here are tools you can return to again and again—for your inner child, and for the children or people who look up to you. I offer deep gratitude to my mentor, Dr. Yogendra Singh Rathore (YSR Sir), whose guidance met me when I felt lost and unsure. And I also honor myself—for choosing to rise, reflect, and rebuild, one moment at a time. If this book makes you pause, breathe, or feel a little less alone— then it has already done its work. Welcome to the journey.