Day 6 on Annapurna Circuit. 3,300 meters up, sitting in a tea house that creaks with every wind gust. Everyone talks about the views—snow peaks cutting through clouds, valleys that make you forget your name. They don't mention sitting there at 6 AM, altitude headache splitting your skull, watching other trekkers take photos while you're questioning every decision. The mountains don't care if you're Instagram-ready. They don't wait for you to feel inspired or grateful or transformed. I paid good money to feel small and unprepared. Worth every rupee. The tea was lukewarm. The sunrise was everything they promised. I was exactly where I needed to be, even if I didn't feel ready for it. 🏔️ #Travel #AltitudeReality #TrekkingTruth