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IIT Dropout Chose Authenticity Over Approval
15 Jul
Summary
- Rishabh intentionally failed his IIT entrance exam due to fear of an unfulfilling life.
- He pursued Arts instead of engineering, embracing a path deemed risky by many.
- His journey led him to teaching, writing, photography, and artistry, finding his true purpose.
Rishabh, the eldest son, felt societal pressure to pursue engineering and a corporate career, a path he believed lacked genuine happiness. This led him to intentionally fail his IIT entrance exam, a decision stemming from a fear of succeeding in a life not his own. He instead chose to study Arts at Mithibai College, facing disapproval from others who thought he was ruining his future.
His experiences teaching children in Mumbai with Teach For India proved profoundly shaping. He later resigned from a well-paying corporate job, embarking on a three-month solo motorcycle journey across Spiti, Zanskar, and Ladakh. This journey of self-discovery allowed him to embrace his authentic self.
Today, Rishabh resides in Bir, working as a writer, photographer, and artist. He realized that his parents' ultimate wish was his happiness, and he found his own unique way to achieve it. His story highlights the crucial choice between seeking external approval and embracing personal authenticity.
