I am super excited and need your help too

I am glad that I post regularly here. This helps me clear my mind, and any negative thoughts that build up over time.

Why I am excited ๐Ÿ˜Š

I feel like I am a part of this large community where I can share my thoughts and ideas ๐Ÿ’ก

What am I doing?

Blogs and Book Writing:

I write blogs here and additionally I write books on mindfulness, repentence and related topics. I am currently writing a book titles ” Healing in Silence” I will share more details as I progress.

What else do I do?

I gave up my Job due to ongoing family and personal issues, health issues as well. However, I have not given up hope of bouncing back and reviving myself.

Following this I registered myself as a sole trader, where I could write as a freelancer and start a small business, this would be a social entrepreneur where I will donate a part of my income for good causes. My business name is Jazeez Store. Further details to come soon.

How do I plan to earn:

By writing blogs and books and other digital products.

I also do affiliate marketing where I write posts about products and upload videos on my YouTube channel “The Global Pulse by Zee”.

I coming weeks I am looking forward to introduce my own range of products. These would be Gifts sets with various themes, like gift ideas for Mindfulness, gift sets for students, teachers, nurses and so on. As I do not have means to do all of this in one go I would be starting slow.

How can you help me

Please do subscribe me here or on YouTube channel to help me grow. You can also donate to help me. This would be a big help, and to return this favor back I will endeavor to give back an appreciation gift of digital or non digital form.

Lastly, please do join in my journey to grow and make positive changes to lives of people who are struggling in some form or shape.

In today’s fast paced world ๐ŸŒŽ every one is going through struggles and even though the intensity of struggles might not be same for everyone their struggles and their personal outlook is unique in its own sense.

If this post has resonated with you, or if you feel we can make positive change together plead like,share, subscribe or comment

Thank you

Zoeb Ali – Zee

If I Opened a Shopโ€ฆ

If you were going to open up a shop, what would you sell?

Not all shops sell things.Some sell hope.Some sell change.Some sell the belief that kindness can be bought โ€” and given away โ€” in the same moment.If I opened a shop, it wouldnโ€™t be just shelves and counters.It would be a beating heart wrapped in four walls,a place where each item whispered a storyand every sale became a seed of change.

I would call it โ€œThe Giving Corner.โ€A space where books breathe hope,where handcrafted treasures carry the touch of their makers,and where even the smallest purchaseripples out to feed a hungry soul,lift a struggling dreamer,or plant dignity where the soil was once barren.In one corner, my words would rest โ€”poems, stories, and thoughts stitched with care,waiting for hands to hold themand hearts to carry them forward.Because to me, a shop is not a business.Itโ€™s a bridge.

A way to connect your kindness to someone elseโ€™s tomorrow.A place where buying becomes giving,and every transactionis just another way of saying,โ€œYou matter.โ€And if you walked out of my shop,you wouldnโ€™t just carry a bag.Youโ€™d carry a piece of someoneโ€™s hope.

๐Ÿ’ฌ Your turn: If you opened a shop, what would your walls hold โ€” and what would it stand for?#SocialImpact #Entrepreneurship #KindnessInAction #PenByZee

What change,big or small,would you like your blog to make in the world?

What change, big or small, would you like your blog to make in the world?

If I could ask for one changeโ€”just oneโ€”from the words I share here, it would be this:

That we remember how deeply we need each other.

Not just in moments of crisis, not just when headlines remind us of suffering, but in the quiet, everyday spaces of life. The way a kind word softens someone’s day. The way shared stories remind us weโ€™re not alone. The way a simple act of givingโ€”whether food, time, or listeningโ€”can be a turning point in another personโ€™s life.

My blog isnโ€™t just about ideas, itโ€™s about connection.
Itโ€™s about building a placeโ€”however smallโ€”where we remember that compassion isnโ€™t weakness, itโ€™s strength. That empathy isnโ€™t a luxury, but a foundation. That when we choose to lift one another, even in the smallest of ways, we are building something far greater than ourselves.

I want this space to be a quiet rebellion against indifference.

A reminder that even when the world seems hardened, you still have the power to soften itโ€”through your words, your presence, your care.

What if we stopped seeing people as strangersโ€ฆ and started seeing them as stories waiting to be heard?
What if we treated kindness not as a random act, but a conscious practice?

That is the change I hope this blog brings.

To inspire a deeper commitment to helping one another, to showing up with honesty, and to creating community where no one feels invisible

Because the truth is:
The world doesnโ€™t change because of grand gestures.
It changes because we choose, again and again, to care.

So let this blog be a place where care lives.
Where trust is nurtured.
Where hope is kept alive not through perfection, but through the simple, sacred act of showing upโ€”for one another.

This is Zoeb Ali – Zee, wishing you all the good luck in whatever positive, small or big you are doing in your life to improve life of your loved ones, unknown individuals and families struggling and needing your love โค and help and yourself. Keep reading my posts and comment,like and share so I know if my words make any difference to you. Thank you for reading my posts.

Letting Away Your Roots to Change the Fruits

Hi everyone,

Iย  am still in recovery mode from my hernia surgery and currently working on my next post

Letting Away Your Roots to Change the Fruits.

Here I am intending to discuss how changing the way we think, the way we have been grown up to achieve the success with the changing time and situations. As I myself have been through a lot of changes emotionally, physically and in another aspects of my life.

I invite you to comment and like my topic and if you have anything that I should add or mention in my post please do le me know. I am happy to mention credit by adding your name/blogsites for authenticity if required.

With the hope of getting your support and love, signing off for now.

Looking forward to hear from you all.

Thank you,

Zee

Courage comes from Failures, not from Wins

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In a world that celebrates success, we often misunderstand where true courage is born. We admire victories, highlight achievements, and chase moments of triumph as if they are the ultimate proof of strength. But if we look deeperโ€”beyond applause and polished outcomes – we begin to notice something profound:

Courage is not built in moments of winning. It is forged in the quiet aftermath of failure.


The Illusion of Wins

Winning feels good. It reassures us. It validates our efforts and boosts our confidence. But wins, by their very nature, are comfortable. They donโ€™t challenge our identity or force us to confront our limitations.

When everything goes right, we rarely ask:

  • What could I have done better?
  • Who am I when things fall apart?
  • Can I rise again if I lose this?

Wins reward us, but they donโ€™t reshape us.


Failure: The Unseen Teacher

Failure, on the other hand, strips everything back.

It removes certainty.
It challenges belief.
It questions self-worth.

And yet, within that discomfort lies an opportunity most people overlook.

Failure teaches us:

  • Resilience when things donโ€™t go our way
  • Humility when we realize we are not invincible
  • Adaptability when our plans collapse
  • Self-awareness when we are forced to reflect

Every failure carries a lesson-but more importantly, it carries a choice:
Do we retreat, or do we rebuild?


The Birthplace of Courage

Courage is not the absence of fear. It is the decision to move forward despite it.

And that decision is rarely required when things are going well.

Courage is born when:

  • You try again after being rejected
  • You show up after being embarrassed
  • You believe in yourself after doubting everything
  • You continue building when everything you built has fallen apart

These moments donโ€™t come from winning.
They come from failing, and choosing not to stop.


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Redefining Strength

We often associate strength with success, but real strength is quieter and far more personal.

It looks like:

  • Starting over when no one is watching
  • Learning from mistakes instead of hiding them
  • Taking responsibility instead of shifting blame
  • Continuing the journey without guarantees

Strength is not proven by how often you win.
It is proven by how you respond when you donโ€™t.


The Pen by Zee Perspective

At Pen by Zee, the journey is not about perfectionโ€”it is about expression, growth, and truth.

Every story, every idea, every venture carries the possibility of failure. And thatโ€™s not something to fearโ€”itโ€™s something to embrace.

Because each setback adds depth.
Each mistake adds clarity.
Each failure adds courage.


Final Reflection

If you are in a place where things havenโ€™t worked out the way you hoped, understand this:

You are not behind.
You are not broken.
You are in the process of becoming courageous.

Wins may define moments.
But failures define who you become.

So donโ€™t run from failure.
Walk through it. Learn from it. Grow through it.

Because on the other side of failure,
you donโ€™t just find success

You find courage.

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Part 5: Opportunity, Addiction, and the System That Responds

Crime and the Criminal โ€” When Choice Meets Constraint


Pre-Cap: A Shift from Theory to Practice

In earlier parts of this series, we explored identity, trauma, and social exclusion โ€” forces that shape behaviour long before a crime is committed.

But what happens after?

What happens when a person enters the system – not as an idea, but as a case, a process, a responsibility?

This part shifts the lens from who and why to how.

Because justice is not only defined by principles – it is experienced through processes.


1. Opportunity: When the Path Forward Narrows

Opportunity is often spoken about as if it exists equally for all. In reality, it is filtered – by history, by record, and by perception.

For someone with a conviction, even after completing their sentence:

  • Employment becomes uncertain
  • Housing becomes conditional
  • Trust becomes fragile

The system may consider the debt paid. Society often does not.

This creates a quiet but powerful tension:

Can a person truly move forward if the pathways ahead remain partially closed?

From a structural perspective:

  • Are reintegration pathways strong enough to support sustained change?
  • Or do they unintentionally create conditions where relapse becomes more likely?

For professionals working within legal, corrections, or policy spaces: How does opportunity function in practice? Is it accessible – or selectively available?


2. Addiction: The Underlying Current

Addiction is often present, yet not always central in conversations around crime.

Whether related to alcohol, drugs, or behavioural dependencies, addiction affects:

  • Decision-making
  • Impulse control
  • Emotional regulation

In many cases, behaviour shifts from deliberate to reactive.

This introduces a complex balance:

  • Accountability must remain
  • But understanding must deepen

If addiction is a recurring driver of behaviour, the question becomes: Is the response addressing the act – or the underlying cause?

From a process perspective:

  • How early is addiction identified?
  • Is intervention timely, or reactive?
  • Are support systems consistent across cases?

For those with insight into the system: Where does addiction sit in reality – central, secondary, or overlooked?


3. Systemic Response: Where Process Meets Reality

Justice systems are often assessed by outcomes – sentencing, compliance, case resolution.

But outcomes are shaped by processes:

  • Time between offence and sentencing
  • Access to legal support
  • Administrative procedures
  • Coordination across agencies
  • Conditions during custody or supervision

Each step influences not only efficiency – but human experience.

This raises practical and often under-discussed questions:

  • Are processes timely enough to remain meaningful?
  • Do delays affect victimsโ€™ sense of closure or offendersโ€™ sense of consequence?
  • How do internal processes – transfers, reporting requirements, administrative changes – impact stability?
  • Are systems designed around human realities, or primarily around procedural structure?

These are not criticisms – they are reflections on complexity.

Because even well-designed systems can produce unintended outcomes when pressure, resources, and human behavior intersect.


Where These Forces Converge

Opportunity, addiction, and systemic response do not operate independently – they interact.

A delay in process may weaken accountability. Limited opportunity may increase vulnerability. Untreated addiction may disrupt compliance.

At their intersection, outcomes are shaped not by a single factor – but by accumulation.


A Pause for Reflection

This article is not written to conclude โ€” but to open space for thought.

  • Are we measuring justice only through outcomes, or also through experience?
  • Do current processes support long-term change, or primarily manage short-term risk?
  • How do we balance structure with humanity?

And perhaps most importantly: Can a system evolve without first being understood in practice?


Post-Cap: Moving Forward

If earlier parts of this series asked who and why, this part begins to ask how well.

Because justice is not only about intention โ€” it is about execution.

In the next part, we will step back and bring these elements together โ€” exploring what a more balanced approach to justice might look like, one that holds accountability while also supporting change.


Closing Note

This series is part of an ongoing effort to explore complex social issues through reflection, research, and open dialogue. If this work resonates with you, I welcome your support in any form โ€” whether through feedback, sharing, or a contribution. Thoughtful perspectives, especially from those with experience in legal, justice, or social sectors, are always appreciated.


About My Work

My writing is published through PenByZee.com, where I explore themes of justice, identity, mindfulness, and the human experience.

Alongside this, I am building Jazeez.online, an evolving platform offering lifestyle products including home dรฉcor, fragrance, clothing, and more โ€” with a long-term intention to support wellbeing-focused ideas and initiatives.

I am also involved in fundraising efforts, including a personal 2,000 push-ups challenge to support mental health awareness. A portion of any income generated through my work is intended to be directed toward causes aligned with mental health and social wellbeing.


Disclaimer

I am not a legal expert and do not hold professional qualifications in law, criminology, or the justice system. This work is based on independent research, publicly available information, and general observation. The views expressed are my own and are intended to encourage thoughtful discussion and reflection.

Nothing in this article should be considered legal advice. Readers are encouraged to seek guidance from qualified legal professionals or relevant authorities for any legal matters.

Full articles from Part 1 are available on my linkedin profile if you are interested to read please follow me on linkedin as well below is the link:

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Introduction to my new upcoming book

Something has been sitting quietly in my mind for a long time.

Not an ideaโ€ฆ
Not just a titleโ€ฆ
But a feeling I couldnโ€™t ignore.

It began with a simple, uncomfortable realization:
I am not in everyoneโ€™s good books.

At first, it didnโ€™t feel empowering.
It felt heavy.
Like I had failed at something I didnโ€™t fully understand.

Have you ever felt that?

Like no matter how much you adjust, explain, or soften yourselfโ€ฆ
itโ€™s still not enough for some people?

I remember moments where I replayed conversations in my head,
wondering if I should have said lessโ€ฆ or moreโ€ฆ or nothing at all.

Moments where I questioned myself,
not because I was wrongโ€”
but because I wasnโ€™t accepted.

And somewhere in that quiet questioning,
I lost pieces of myself.

But thenโ€ฆ something shifted.

Not all at once.
Not dramatically.
Just a small thought that refused to leave:

What if I donโ€™t need to be in their good books?

What if being misunderstood is not failureโ€ฆ but freedom?

That thought became a seed.
And that seed is now becoming a book.

๐Ÿ“– I Am Not in Your Good Books

This is not a negative story.
Itโ€™s not about proving people wrong.
Itโ€™s not about shutting the world out.

Itโ€™s about something deeperโ€”
learning to stand with yourself
even when others donโ€™t.

Itโ€™s about self-worth that doesnโ€™t need approval.
Growth that happens quietly.
And the courage to keep going
even when no one is clapping.

But hereโ€™s the thingโ€ฆ

I donโ€™t want this to be just my book.

I want it to be ours.

So let me ask you:

โœจ Have you ever felt like youโ€™re not understood by people around you?
โœจ Do you struggle with wanting to be liked by everyone?
โœจ What does self-worth mean to youโ€”without validation from others?
โœจ What kind of stories or moments would you want to read in a book like this?

I would truly love your thoughts.

Your experiences.
Your struggles.
Even your doubts.

Because the more real this book is,
the more it can connect, heal, and inspire.

If you have suggestionsโ€”
themes, situations, reflectionsโ€”
drop them below or share them with me.

Letโ€™s build something meaningful together.

Because maybeโ€ฆ
not being in everyoneโ€™s good books
is exactly where our real story begins.

โ€” Zee
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These small moments of presence are where peace lives. Not in the big achievements or the busy schedules, but in the quiet spaces we create for ourselves.

Today, give yourself permission to slow down. To choose comfort over chaos. To wrap yourself in softness โ€“ both inside and out.

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Flush Your Feelings: A Mindfulness Reflection on Emotional Hygiene

Flush out your feelings every now and then,
โ€™cause if left unflushed, it will become messy and smelly

โ€œFlush out your feelings every now and then,
โ€™cause if left unflushed, it will become messy and smelly.โ€

It sounds humorous at first, but sit with it for a moment , it holds an uncomfortable truth.

We are taught how to clean our homes, wash our clothes, and maintain our bodies, but rarely are we taught emotional hygiene. Feelings are often treated like inconveniences: suppress them, ignore them, push them aside until โ€œlater.โ€ But emotions, much like waste, donโ€™t disappear just because we avoid them.

They accumulate.

Feelings Donโ€™t Vanish , They Ferment

Unacknowledged emotions donโ€™t stay neutral.
They ferment into resentment, anxiety, bitterness, self-doubt, emotional fatigue, and sometimes even physical illness.

  • Unspoken grief hardens into numbness
  • Repressed anger leaks out as sarcasm or withdrawal
  • Ignored sadness turns into heaviness we canโ€™t name
  • Untreated fear becomes chronic anxiety

Mindfulness teaches us a simple but radical truth:
What we donโ€™t face, we carry.

Mindfulness Is the Flush Button

Mindfulness isnโ€™t about fixing emotions or making them โ€œpositive.โ€
Itโ€™s about allowing them to pass through instead of letting them clog us up.

Flushing your feelings doesnโ€™t mean:

  • Dumping them on others
  • Living in emotional chaos
  • Over-identifying with pain

It means:

  • Naming what you feel without judgment
  • Giving emotions space to move
  • Letting feelings complete their natural cycle

A feeling acknowledged is a feeling that can leave.

Just like breath, emotions are meant to come and go.
Mindfulness simply asks us to stop blocking the flow.

What Happens When We Donโ€™t Flush?

When emotions are left untreated for too long, life quietly becomes more complex:

  • Simple conversations feel heavy
  • Small triggers cause big reactions
  • Relationships strain without obvious reasons
  • Creativity dries up
  • The body carries tension the mind refuses to name

The โ€œmessโ€ doesnโ€™t always smell obvious – sometimes it disguises itself as busyness, productivity, or emotional toughness. But underneath, something is asking for attention.

Emotional Cleanliness Is Not Weakness

We often confuse emotional awareness with fragility.
In truth, it takes strength to pause, feel, and release.

Mindfulness invites us to ask:

  • What am I holding that no longer serves me?
  • What feeling have I been postponing?
  • What needs to move through me today?

Flushing your feelings regularly keeps the inner space clear – not empty, but alive, breathable, and honest.

Because a clean inner world doesnโ€™t mean you never feel pain.
It means you donโ€™t let pain rot into something heavier.

Poem: Emotional Hygiene

I held it in,
said I was fine,
let feelings pile up
one day at a time.

What I ignored
began to stay,
turning clear waters
murky and grey.

Feelings arenโ€™t meant
to rot or stay –
they ask to be felt,
then flushed away.

So I pause,
I breathe,
I let it move through,
a gentle release,
and Iโ€™m lighter too.


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In the Quiet Between Moments

We often measure a day by the noise we make, the toโ€‘do lists, the notifications, the quick judgments we pass on ourselves and others. Yet the quiet spaces between those moments hold a different currency: presence. If you pause long enough to notice, the mind reveals itself not in grand gestures but in small, faithful acts of attention.

Mindfulness isnโ€™t about erasing worry or pretending everything is perfect. Itโ€™s a way of meeting reality as it is, with curiosity rather than contradiction. Itโ€™s the soft attention that notices the breath, the texture of a cup in your hand, the sound of rain threading through the cityโ€™s hum. In those details, we find a map back to ourselvesโ€”not a flawless version, but a braver, more honest one.

Ask yourself:

  • What information am I adding to the moment, and what am I letting pass through?
  • When did I last listen to the space inside my chest before answering the world?
  • How often do I mistake hurry for progress, consumption for nourishment, distraction for presence?

Mindfulness is not a retreat from life; itโ€™s a deeper return to it. It asks us to slow down enough to notice whatโ€™s already hereโ€”breath, sensation, memory, possibility. In that noticing, choices soften. We speak with more care, act with more clarity, and feel more alive to the ordinary miracles around usโ€”the warmth of sunlight on skin, the stubborn resilience of a stubborn plant pushing through concrete, the shared breath of strangers finding a common rhythm.

So today, take one deliberate moment to sit with your breath as if youโ€™re meeting an old friend. Let thoughts drift like clouds. Return to the simple fact of being in this moment, exactly as you are. In that return, youโ€™re not escaping life; youโ€™re meeting it with full attention, and that meeting changes everything.

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