Hello and Welcome!
Thank you for stopping by my little corner of the digital world. My name is Deepak Ranjan. By profession, I’m an Electrical Engineer, and for the past nine years, I’ve worked as an Electrical Designer. My quest for better opportunities brought me from India to Canada—a journey filled with excitement, challenges, and a longing for home.
Moving to a new country often means leaving behind the comforts of family, friends, food, and familiar traditions. At one point, I felt the weight of homesickness deeply. But instead of booking a flight back to India, I did something entirely unexpected—I booked a ticket to Mexico.
Why Mexico? Honestly, because it was cheaper. But that seemingly small decision changed my life in ways I could never have imagined.
Since that first trip, I’ve traveled solo across Mexico, Belize, Guatemala, Costa Rica, and Panama. Each destination brought unique adventures, but one stands out above the rest—a hike that reshaped my outlook on life.
I was in Costa Rica, attempting to summit Cerro Chirripó, the highest peak in the country. It was my first solo hike, and the trail was as demanding as it was beautiful. The journey to the base camp took me through breathtaking ecosystems—dense forests, rolling plains, and misty ridges. Exhausted but exhilarated, I finally reached the camp and overheard a group of hikers discussing their plan to leave at 2:30 AM to catch the sunrise at the summit.
Their words stuck with me. So, despite my fears, I set my alarm for 2:30 AM and ventured into the darkness—completely alone. Hiking at night was intimidating. The silence was almost deafening, broken only by the sound of my steps and my own nervous thoughts. But somehow, I pushed on.
By 3:30 AM, I reached the summit. I was the first person there. I found a small metal box with a notebook inside, where hikers had written their names and nationalities. I added mine to the list and sat quietly, waiting for the sun to rise.
As the first light of dawn painted the horizon, the world around me transformed. The sky blushed with hues of orange and pink, and I felt an indescribable sense of peace. In that moment of solitude, I realized how much I had been rushing through life. I shouted out loud—once, twice, three times—just to let the joy echo through the silence.
That moment changed me.
After returning from the summit, I couldn’t stop thinking about how much that experience had taught me. It wasn’t just a hike—it was a wake-up call to slow down and savor life. Inspired by that realization, I began planning something I had only dreamed of before: a break to travel the world.
Now, I stand on the cusp of that dream. My flight to Colombia is about to take off, and this is where my journey begins. I don’t know what lies ahead, but I’m ready to embrace every challenge, discovery, and moment that comes my way.
If you’ve made it this far, thank you for taking the time to read my story. I hope it inspires you to step out of your comfort zone, take that leap of faith, and find your own adventure.
