Umeed ki Kiran Through Psychology & Words.
Umeed Ki Kiran is a thoughtful self-help book designed for anyone in search of hope, emotional stability, & positive transformation. Written by an expert psychologist, Aneeta Yaqoob, this book guides readers in gaining a deeper understanding of their emotions, managing them effectively, & moving forward with both clarity & confidence.
Published by Daastan, Pakistan’s leading publishing house, Umeed ki Kiran is more than just a motivational book. It reflects Aneeta Yaqoob’s professional experience as a psychologist and her belief that hope can bring meaningful change.
In this interview, Aneeta shares the inspiration behind Umeed ki Kiran, her journey from psychology to writing, how her writing aims to spread hope & how Daastan helps her to offer hope to those who need it.
Aneeta Yaqoob: The Author.
Aneeta Yaqoob lives in Karachi and works as a Psychologist & mental health expert. She is 41 years old and helps people understand their emotions and improve their mental health.
She wrote a self-help book in Urdu, “ Umeed ki kiran.”It discusses the importance of thinking positively and building emotional strength. The language stays simple so readers can relate.
“With Umeed ki Kiran, Aneeta Yaqoob shares her knowledge and experience to guide readers toward hope and emotional strength.”
Besides her job & writing, she does charity work. She sets up sessions where people read books & talk about them for personal growth.
Aneeta founded and runs “Mind and Health Institute”. There, she gives online life coaching & tips on mental wellness to help folks in their daily emotions.
Her training includes psychology courses and internships in the United States, which added to her skills.
The Umeed ki Kiran.
Umeed ki Kiran is a self-help book. It offers lessons on motivation, hope, resilience, inner strength, and strategies for handling life’s challenges and managing stress. Aneeta said,
“It’s a small book, around 99-100 pages, which has many things discussed in it that will touch your heart.”
She shares more about her book and said,
The book has an article called “Success is in Politeness”.This part talks about kindness, respect, and good behaviour. It shows that success comes from simple things, like politeness and compassion.
Reading this book can change how people think and act each day. This self-help book helps readers grow emotionally, with hope and confidence.
What inspired Aneeta to write “Umeed ki Kiran”?
Aneeta Yaqoob got the inspiration from her close ties to people as a Psychologist. She heard lots of personal stories in her work, ones full of pain, hope, fear, and real strength. All that made her see how people really need emotional help, kindness, and some direction when things get hard.
She shared.
“Umeed ki Kiran” is essentially a book written for people who go through life’s ups and downs but never lose heart. They always see a ray of hope in their life.
However, sometimes it happens that they lose hope or feel tired, and at that time, this book really helps them to recharge their energy positively and manage stress better.”
She also shared with us.
“My life has also been through many ups and downs. I have faced many challenges, and after that, I’ve realized that one should never give up and always hold on to hope.
So, a day comes when a person finds much happiness and should have complete faith in God that good days will come to their life too. This was the inspiration for writing this book: it should be written for people who never give up in life and hold on to hope.”
How Daastan Brings “Umeed ki Kiran” to Everyone Who Needs It?
“Umeed ki Kiran” is published by Daastan, Pakistan’s leading publishing platform, dedicated to supporting national & international authors. Daastan has a long & strong history of promoting authors who share meaningful stories.
Daastan helps authors navigate the challenges of the publishing industry.
Aneeta’s Experience With Daastan In Her Own Words.
“The Dastaan platform is a very good initiative for new and emerging writers. It has provided a great platform for them, and as a writer, I faced many difficulties and challenges initially, especially with book promotion, marketing, and distribution.
However, Dastaan is a platform where we can easily find all kinds of solutions and receive good guidance. So, I am very thankful that I found a platform like Dastaan, and it has made things easier for me; now, I will be able to write more books, Inshallah.”
What Readers Can Learn from Ummed ki Kiran?
When we asked Aneeta Yaqoob about the lessons readers can learn from the book, she shared that Ummed ki Kiran offers lessons of hope, resilience, motivation, faith, happiness, flexibility, and the importance of a healthy lifestyle.
She explained that.
The book is written to guide readers toward positive thinking and emotional strength in everyday life.
Aneeta’s Message For Readers.
We asked Aneeta Yaqoob if she had a message for people reading about her, and she just said.
“Never give up and always hold on to hope, no matter what challenges life brings.”
Investing in a new writer is always a risk, but Daastan took that leap of faith and showed me “Ek Kiran Andheron Mein” and gave me a “Shanakht” as a writer.
I’m truly grateful for the opportunities and guidance Daastan provided me, from encouraging to mentoring and publishing. For me it’s more than just a platform—it’s a place where new writers find their voice and recognition. I wholeheartedly recommend it to anyone who wishes to begin or enrich their writing journey.
Their team is super supportive and professional. They walked me through every step of the process, from editing to printing, and even helped me with marketing. I’ve heard amazing things about their work, and I’m not surprised – they’re clearly passionate about what they do.
What I love about Daastan is their inclusive approach. They’re all about empowering emerging writers, and it shows in the quality of their publications. I’ve recommended them to friends and fellow writers, and I’ll continue to sing their praises!
If you’re thinking of publishing your work, look no further. Daastan is the way to go!
I have worked with many publishers in Pakistan, of which Daastan tops among independent publishers on account of transparency, quality and earlier response.
Their publishing process was exceptionally smooth and reassuring. After I registered, Narmeen, their consultant and editor, handled my manuscript with remarkable professionalism, guiding me through every stage with clarity and patience. With their support, I successfully published two books: Love, Lucknow aur Lahore, which received immense appreciation, and a short story titled Gol Roti.
What truly elevates Dastaan is the authenticity of their team. Ommar, Narmeen, and every member of their staff were warm, attentive, and genuinely invested in my growth as a writer. Their encouragement turned what could have been a daunting experience into an inspiring milestone in my creative journey.
As a first-time author venturing into the literary world with both excitement and hesitation, I could not have found a better publishing partner than Daastan Pvt Ltd. Under the thoughtful leadership of Syed Omar Amer, the team at Daastan was unwaveringly supportive, responsive, and professional, guiding me with care and insight through every step of the publishing process. Their facilitation turned what could have been an intimidating journey into one marked by encouragement and trust.
The quality of the finished product speaks for itself – readers and recipients of my books consistently comment on the exceptional standard of printing and presentation, especially preservation of the design colours. The books look and feel beautiful in the hand, which has enhanced both their reach and reception. For any author, whether stepping into print for the first time or seasoned in the craft, I wholeheartedly recommend Daastan as a go-to publisher and printer. They are capable, creative, and above all, committed to the stories their authors want to tell. I am truly delighted that I found my way to them.
Dr Haroon Awan
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