🚍 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), 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.