Preity Rashmi

Questions That Stayed With Me Longer Than the Books I Read

The author reflects on how the true value of reading lies not in memorizing plots or details, but in the emotional impact and lingering questions that reshape one's worldview. Usin…

Place That Changed Me Without Me Realizing It

During a monsoon trip to Khandi village, a sudden thunderstorm initially disappointed the author by obscuring the scenic views she had traveled to see. However, the sight of a brea…

Overthinking vs Overwriting: The Quiet Tug of War No One Talks About

The author explores the symbiotic relationship between overthinking and overwriting, arguing that they are not opposing forces but a collaborative rhythm. While overthinking genera…

Navigating the Phases of Friendships: The People Who Stayed, The Ones Who Taught

Reflecting on her journey from childhood to the corporate world, the author explores how the definition of friendship evolves through different life stages. She concludes that the …

Milestones I Didn’t Notice Becoming Memories

Reflecting on her baby's first year, the author captures the journey from the intense, often difficult challenges of early motherhood to the joy of witnessing rapid developmental m…

Learning to Sit Still

This article explores how the modern obsession with speed and constant productivity has permeated work, parenting, and daily life, often sacrificing creativity and presence in the …

Kindle, Substack, Paperbacks: How I Actually Read Now

The author reflects on how her relationship with reading has evolved from an aesthetic hobby into a vital tool for mental clarity and self-connection amidst the demands of motherho…

Joy in the In-Between: What Weekend Getaways Taught Me

The author reflects on her transition from seeking long, intense escapes in remote landscapes to finding profound contentment in spontaneous, short weekend getaways. Driven by life…