Speak your mind
A few days ago, while waiting at a traffic signal, I noticed a group of blind men and women crossing the road on the opposite side. They moved with confidence, guided by a sighted woman who held their white canes and led them safely through the traffic. As I watched them, a thought crossed my …
Have you ever found yourself in a situation where your thoughts start racing ahead of you? You think deeply, overthink, worry, and stress about something that hasn’t even happened yet—but you feel convinced that it might. Take a simple example. You email a presentation to your manager and, almost immediately, your mind begins its work. …
Have you ever casually flipped through the matrimonial columns in a newspaper? “Fair, slim, beautiful bride wanted.” “Well-settled, tall, handsome groom from a reputed family.” “Professionally qualified, homely, traditional yet modern…”—it often feels less like searching for a life partner and more like placing an order for a perfectly customized product. You almost expect a …
Marriages, Matrimonials and the Myth of Perfection Read More »
Nostalgia… I’m sure we all feel it. Those good old days—just a thought can make us feel like we’ve time-travelled for a few seconds, wrapped in sweet memories. Last Sunday, I visited the college where I did my PUC (11th and 12th) to attend a program in which my mother was participating in a fashion …
When Nostalgia Finds You: An Evening at My Old College Read More »
Have you ever wondered how the universe quietly conspires to fulfill your deepest desires? Sometimes, it feels like the things we once wished for—whether big or small—find their way into our lives, often in ways we never expected. My own journey is a testament to this, and I’d love to share a glimpse of …
Back to School – Well, Almost! They say school days are the best days of our lives — and now I know exactly why. Back then, some of us were in a hurry to grow up. First, we wanted to escape school and head to college, then couldn’t wait to get a job, and now? …
Have you ever felt happy just because someone else was smiling? Or felt sad or stressed after talking to someone upset? That’s not a coincidence. It’s something called emotional contagion — and yes, emotions are contagious. A baby starts crying after hearing another baby cry. One person’s stress at work can affect the whole team. …
“Children learn more from what you are than what you teach.” – W.E.B. Du Bois Children are like sponges—soaking in not just the words they hear, but the emotions and behaviors that surround them. From their earliest years, they learn how to speak, react, and relate to the world by observing the people around …
Emotional attachment can feel beautiful, but if not handled carefully, it can lead to hidden disappointments. It’s important to love and care for others, but expecting too much from anyone often sets us up for hurt. When you place someone too high on a pedestal, even a small unmet expectation can feel like a huge …
The phrase “You Only Live Once” (YOLO) inspires many to take risks, try new things, and live life to the fullest. While this mindset can be exciting and liberating, it sometimes leads to impulsive actions we later regret. We’ve all had moments where we said something harsh in anger, believing we were just being honest …