"Each Time I Faced Fear...": Mamaearth's Ghazal Alagh On Stepping Out Of Comfort Zone

Beauty and personal care brand Mamaearth's co-founder Ghazal Alagh frequently shares insightful tips on X (formerly Twitter) with her followers. Recently, the Chief Executive Officer shared that she learnt several lessons after stepping out of her comfort zone, which led her to seek out discomfort, embracing adversity and allowing it to serve as her guide.

Ms Alagh said on the microblogging platform, "16 yrs ago, I gave an interview for a corporate training role. Without having any experience. 10 yrs ago, I switched from an IT job to an artist and went to NYC, though I had never travelled alone before. 7 yrs ago, I co-founded a beauty and personal care brand, @mamaearthindia, as a new mother with no FMCG experience."

16 yrs ago, I gave an interview for a corporate training role. Without having any experience.

10 yrs ago, I switched from an IT job to an artist and went to NYC, though I had never travelled alone before.

7 yrs ago, I co-founded a beauty and personal care brand,… pic.twitter.com/L4cJMqKH5J

— Ghazal Alagh (@GhazalAlagh) June 4, 2024

The former Shark Tank India judge continued, "Here's what helped me to climb the ladder even when I wasn't 'ready'. I step out of my comfort zone each time. It led me to seeking discomfort, facing them head-on, letting it be my guide. Each time I faced my fear and self-doubt, I became more confident, resilient, and determined."

Ms Alagh shared the post on June 6. Since then, it has accumulated more than 22,800 views. Many users agreed with her in the comments section.

"Your journey is truly inspiring! Stepping out of our comfort zones is where real growth happens," said a user.

"Superb! Inspirational for many young girls!" remarked a person.

A third added, "Good read and learning"

A few days ago, Ms Alagh referred to kids as "life's most unexpected teachers" and shared how they can be mentors for life. From finding happiness in simple things to staying curious, Ms Alagh shared five points on how kids might "surprise you".

"Kids are life's most unexpected teachers. Here's what my little ones have taught me: Finding happiness in simple things, accepting others without judgement, listening to the body's needs, staying curious and asking questions. If you have a kid, you have a mentor for life. They might surprise you!" Ms Alagh wrote on the social media platform.