Shayan Sajid

SUPPORT This Sunday and Monday, I decided to take a short tour to Murree and Islamabad for refreshment — not just for my body, but also for my mind. It wasn’t just a break; it was part of my 1% habit change journey — a small yet meaningful step toward a better version of myself. Walking on the Mall Road of Murree , with the cool breeze, vibrant crowd, and the sound of laughter in the air, I felt truly alive. I avoided distractions and tried to be mindful of every moment. Instead of wasting time scrolling, I took notes, captured ideas, and soaked in inspiration. 💡 A Business Idea Born in the Hills While observing the crowd at Mall Road, a powerful idea came to me: Why not start a fast food stall in this busy spot? The footfall here is amazing — from families to tourists, everyone is in a happy mood and willing to spend. A clean, affordable, and high-quality fast food setup (maybe even themed) could do really well here. The demand is already there; it just needs a good, managed s...

SCAN TO SUPPORT IDENTITY Identity is derived from latin word essentitas, which means bieng, and identidem, which means repeatedly. 💡 Your identity is your repeated beingness. If a person reads a book daily so he has evidence that he is a "studious". If you go to the gym, so you have evidence that you're committed to fitness, etc. Your habits are how you express/embody your identity. In simple terms, who you are is not defined by what you say — it's defined by what you do repeatedly . Every action you take is a vote for the type of person you believe you are. ✅ If you read a book every day, you are not just gaining knowledge — you're proving that you are a reader . 🏋️ If you go to the gym consistently, you're proving to yourself that you are fit and disciplined . 📿 If you pray regularly, you're reinforcing your identity as a spiritual person. 👉 Your habits are not just things you do — They are how you express and embody your identity . So if yo...

SCAN TO SUPPORT  Today, I took another small but meaningful step in my growth journey. I wrote a TikTok script — not my first, but each one teaches me something new. I’m exploring how to present motivational content in a way that’s impactful yet easy for the audience to digest. My focus this time was on "Consistency and Compound Growth" , inspired by the 1% rule. Alongside this, I did some research on payment gateways for e-commerce — a critical component for my future online business. I compared options like UBL, HBL, JazzCash, EasyPaisa, PayFast , and Stripe to understand which ones are best for Pakistani merchants. These two steps — creating content and exploring monetization — are both part of building something greater. I believe each step compounds over time, and today, I feel proud of this little move forward. آج میں نے اپنی زندگی کی بہتری کے لیے ایک اور چھوٹا مگر اہم قدم اُٹھایا۔ میں نے ایک نیا TikTok اسکرپٹ لکھا — یہ پہلا نہیں تھا، لیکن ہر نیا اسکرپٹ مجھے ...

  Yesterday, I started something different. I took one small step — I picked up the book Atomic Habits and began reading. That single action sparked a chain reaction in my mindset. Today, I continued — not with a massive change, but with a quiet, consistent one: I’m writing this blog. Because I’ve realized that progress doesn’t always look like progress . Like the story in Atomic Habits : Imagine an ice cube on a table. The room is 25°F. You slowly heat it up… 26… 27… 28… 29… 30… Still, nothing happens. But then — at 32°F , the ice begins to melt. The melting didn’t happen just because of that final degree — it happened because of everything before it . That’s what I’ve learned. We often give up at 31°, when in fact we’re just one degree away from transformation. That’s how Imran Khan kept going too. For 22 years, he struggled in politics. Every election loss, every media attack — nothing seemed to change. But he kept showing up. He believed in the compound power ...

Yesterday, something shifted in me. I didn’t wake up in a different country, didn’t get a promotion, didn’t win the lottery. But I started something small—almost invisible from the outside—but powerful enough to change the entire direction of my life. I picked up a book: Atomic Habits by James Clear. For a long time, I’ve struggled with inconsistency. I would try to make big changes—wake up early, eat healthy, work on my goals—but after a few days, I’d fall back into the same cycle. Frustration, guilt, and then back to comfort. Maybe you've been there too. But as I started reading Atomic Habits , one simple idea hit me hard: “You do not rise to the level of your goals. You fall to the level of your systems.” That line shook me. What is the 1% Rule? The concept is simple: If you improve yourself by just 1% every day , those tiny gains compound into something extraordinary. It’s not about overhauling your life in one night—it’s about building identity-based habits that slowl...

  تعارف ہم سب کی زندگی میں ایسے لمحے آتے ہیں جب ہم خود کو پُراعتماد اور مضبوط محسوس کرتے ہیں — اور کبھی ایسے بھی لمحے آتے ہیں جب ہم خود کو کمزور، مایوس یا بےحوصلہ محسوس کرتے ہیں۔ حوصلہ افزائی اور حوصلہ شکنی ہمارے خیالات، جذبات اور عمل پر گہرا اثر ڈالتی ہیں۔ کچھ محبت بھرے الفاظ کسی کو اُڑان دے سکتے ہیں، جبکہ کڑے یا منفی الفاظ اُس کے حوصلے کو توڑ سکتے ہیں۔ آج کے اس بلاگ میں، میں آپ کو بتانا چاہتا ہوں کہ حوصلہ افزائی اور حوصلہ شکنی کیا ہیں، یہ ہم پر کیسے اثر ڈالتی ہیں، اور ہم دوسروں کے لیے امید اور مثبتیت کا ذریعہ کیسے بن سکتے ہیں۔ حوصلہ افزائی کیا ہے؟ حوصلہ افزائی کسی کو سہارا دینا، اعتماد دینا یا اُسے امید دلانا ہے۔ یہ اتنی سادہ ہو سکتی ہے جیسے کہنا: “تم یہ کر سکتے ہو”، یا اتنی طاقتور کہ مشکل وقت میں کسی کے ساتھ کھڑے ہونا۔ حوصلہ افزائی انسان کو قیمتی، پُراعتماد اور چیلنجز کا مقابلہ کرنے کے قابل بناتی ہے۔ یہ اعتماد بڑھاتی ہے۔ یہ خوف اور خود پر شک کم کرتی ہے۔ یہ نئے کام آزمانے کی ہمت دیتی ہے۔ یہ رشتے مضبوط کرتی ہے۔ حتیٰ کہ ایک چھوٹی سی مسکراہٹ، کندھے پر ہاتھ رکھنا یا پیار بھرے ال...

  Introduction We all go through moments in life when we feel confident and strong—and times when we feel weak, hopeless, or demotivated. Encouragement and discouragement play a big role in shaping how we think, feel, and act. A few kind words can give someone wings, while harsh or negative words can break their spirit. In this blog, I want to explore what encouragement and discouragement mean, how they affect us, and how we can become a source of hope and positivity for others. What is Encouragement? Encouragement is giving someone support, confidence, or hope. It can be as simple as saying, “You can do it,” or as powerful as standing beside someone during tough times. Encouragement makes people feel valued, motivated, and strong enough to face challenges. It boosts confidence. It reduces fear and self-doubt. It helps people try new things. It builds stronger relationships. Even a small gesture—a smile, a pat on the back, or kind words—can make a big difference...

                                                                    Running a Shopify store is exciting—but let’s be honest, it can also feel overwhelming when you’re trying to stand out from the crowd. Whether you’re selling handmade jewelry, stylish apparel, or unique home décor, the key to growing your business is turning visitors into loyal customers. Today, we’re sharing five simple yet powerful tips to help boost your sales on Shopify . Let’s dive in!                                     CHECK IT OUT 1. Optimize Your Product Pages Your product pages are the heart of your store. A great product deserves a great presentation. Here’s how to make yours shine: ✅ High-Quality Photos: Use clear, well-lit images from multiple a...

🌟 My Journey into the Digital World – Muhammad Shayan Sajid In 2021, I took my very first step into the digital world — a step that would shape my future in ways I never imagined. At the time, life was simple. I used to get just 50 to 100 PKR as daily pocket money . It wasn’t much, but it was enough to fuel a dream. I had a deep curiosity for technology, design, and online business, but no clear path — just raw passion and a strong belief that I could do something meaningful. Then came the opportunity that changed everything… 🎓 The Course That Started It All I enrolled in a 2-month graphics designing course at the University of Spoken English Language and Computer Science , a well-known institute in Peshawar. The course fee was just 7,000 PKR , but for me and my family, that amount felt big at the time. Still, with support, savings, and sacrifice, we managed it — because I knew this was my chance. That classroom became my launchpad. I started learning the basics of design: ...