# 🚍 From a Bus Corner to Club Leadership: My Journey into Leoism

## A Dashain Ride That Changed My Life

I vividly recall the day I embarked on a long journey to my hometown during the vibrant Dashain season in Nepal. It was peak festive chaos, and the bus was packed. I spent ten hours squeezed near the driver’s cabin — talking, laughing, and dozing off in the same little corner.

But that cramped ride turned out to be a turning point in my life.

## A Curious Scroll and a New Chapter

The next morning, half-asleep, I was casually scrolling through Instagram when a post from the **Leo Club of Kathmandu Himalayas Patan (LCKHP)** caught my eye. They were inviting new members. Intrigued and excited, I filled out the form immediately, impatient to return to Kathmandu and explore what this new opportunity had in store.

## First Impressions: Orientation and Warmth

After Dashain and Tihar, I attended my very first Leo orientation. Esteemed Leos **Dipesh Tikhatri** and **Bipin Yadav** delivered powerful and insightful sessions. That experience sealed my interest.

Shortly after, I participated in my first club meeting — a joint session with **Leo Club of Kathmandu Manasalu**. As a new face, I expected awkward introductions and unfamiliarity. But instead, I was met with warmth, openness, and a feeling of belonging. It felt less like a club and more like a family.

## Evolving with the Club: From Member to Leader

As I immersed myself in activities, new doors opened. I was honored to be appointed **Program Coordinator for the Diabetes Screening Program** — a cause deeply personal to me as a future physician.

Over time, I contributed more. I spoke out, helped organize events with greater formality, and advocated for **DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion)** initiatives. These efforts, combined with continuous support from my club, helped me grow.

Eventually, I was entrusted with the role of **Public Relations Officer for L.Y. 2024–25**, during the tenure of our visionary President **Leo Aarush Timalsina**. Under his leadership, we experienced two consecutive years of exponential growth and embraced digital innovation — including switching to our own email domain ([*lckhp.org*](http://lckhp.org)), which helped us stand out across Nepal’s Leo community.

## Beyond the Club: Global Skills, Global Dreams

The leadership and communication skills I honed at LCKHP transcended borders. I was accepted into a prestigious **R1 university abroad**, and I now serve as a **Resident Assistant (RA)** — a highly competitive position demanding trust, leadership, and emotional intelligence.

This transformation began with a bus ride. And it continues with every project I take on, every member I connect with, and every lesson I learn.

## 🌟 Final Words: Faith, Discipline, and Ethics

The best thing LCKHP taught me?  
To **believe in myself**, stay **disciplined**, and hold firm to **ethics**, no matter the circumstances.

I carry these lessons with me — from Kathmandu to classrooms abroad, from community events to campus life.

This is more than a journey. It’s **Leoism in action**.