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We naturally follow crowds — or maybe it’s just better CTC.
People prioritizing CTC over life?
Fuck that.
I’ve noticed this in myself — we all tend to follow what others are doing.
It’s human nature.
If everyone’s buying something or doing something, it feels right to join in. Or should I say… FOMO?
But the crowd isn’t always right.
Just because something’s trending doesn’t mean it’s right for you.
I’ve learned that blindly following can lead to bad investments, poor decisions, or missed opportunities.
Like me — I chose engineering over design.
Biggest regret at the time.
All thanks to — “Mera beta engineer banega.”
Herding is often driven by fear.
Ever felt FOMO?
That’s herd theory in action.
We fear missing out, standing out, or being wrong alone — so we follow the group, even when our gut says otherwise.
What’s next?
Use the herd as a signal, not a compass.
Here’s how:
When I see everyone jumping on something new, I now pause and ask:
Why is this happening?
Is it real — or just hype?
That pause has saved me more than once.
Think for Yourself (Even If It’s Uncomfortable)
It’s not easy to walk a different path.
But every big win I’ve had came from stepping back, questioning the crowd, and trusting my own judgment.
Ok Shailesh, where’s the summary?
Observe the crowd — but don’t just follow it.
Learn the why behind the trend.
Decide if it fits your goals.
The Herd can teach you — but don’t let it control you.
— Shailesh Thakan
That’s all, folks.
This is “Trends Fade. Passion Stays” in brief.
