Season After Season
This nostalgic article contrasts traditional Indian seasonal practices, such as manually fluffing quilts and using clay pots for natural cooling, with modern reliance on technology…
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Shopaholism ?? No…No…
The author humorously explores her struggle to maintain financial discipline, noting how she occasionally swaps prudence for impulsive splurges on food and shopping. Driven by soci…
Guilt
After her cataract surgery was unexpectedly postponed, the author reflects on the guilt she felt for disrupting her family's plans and the profound connection between mindset and p…
An Uninvited Guest
The author shares personal observations of nature, ranging from a mysterious mushroom and destructive rodents to the picky eating habits of their dog, Chhin Chhin. By personifying …
Porcupine’s Thorn
This article reviews Sharadindu Bandopadhyay's classic Bengali mystery novel *Shajarur Kantaa*, which features the "truth-seeker" Byomkesh Bakshi. The plot follows an investigation…
September – A Monthly Wrap-Up
The author recounts two recent attempts at meditation: a session at a local center that was cut short by lengthy discussions, and a Buddhist group chanting session. While the first…
Revenge
Reflecting on a conflict with a disruptive neighbor, the author explores the tension between the impulse for immediate retaliation and the wisdom of choosing peaceful patience. By …
My Life Hacks
The author argues that the most effective "life hack" for a peaceful and healthy life is the practice of forgetting and forgiving to avoid the burden of grudges. While forgetting i…
Moods And Thoughts
Triggered by a television drama, the author reflects on their childhood rebelliousness and the evolving complexity of their relationship with their parents. They conclude that reco…
On The Surface…
A curious young technician at a temple dispensary, who previously observed the local doctor with a sense of "espionage," unexpectedly forms a warm friendship with her during a ther…
Miscellaneous
The author expresses disappointment over the lack of genuine engagement and community-building during a recent blogging challenge. They also critique the excessive noise pollution …
To Live With Dignity
The decline of the traditional joint family system in India has left many elderly individuals vulnerable to isolation, abuse, and inadequate medical care. To address these growing …