Mystic Kalam

The Devil Wears Prada. Then Time

Using *The Devil Wears Prada* as a metaphor, the article explores the shift from the restless, accumulation-driven ambition of youth to the discerning, selective nature of maturity…

R — Rethinking Food

After years of treating food as a stressful problem to be managed through calorie tracking and guilt, the author found relief by adopting Rujuta Diwekar’s simple, lifestyle-based a…

Z — Zero

Using the alphabet as a metaphor for a journey of self-discovery, the author reflects on how navigating experiences from A to Z leads to a state of quiet completeness rather than a…

W -Worship

The article explores the disconnect between the societal reverence for fierce goddesses like Kali and the hesitation to accept that same uncontained power in real women. It argues …

Y – Yo-Yo

Using the metaphor of a yo-yo, the author reflects on the unpredictable, non-linear nature of emotions, relationships, and life itself. They explore the constant shifts between emo…

X – Men

Although expected to be a simple superhero film, the author found *X-Men* (2000) to be a profound exploration of identity, vulnerability, and the struggle to belong. By analyzing c…

S – Shadow

The article explores how humans often externalize repressed emotions, such as jealousy and resentment, by labeling them as "shadows," "negative energy," or "Nazar." It suggests tha…

O- Occult

This article explores the thin line between everyday Indian traditions and the misunderstood realm of the occult, noting how simple acts of faith often transform into feared supers…

U- Underneath the Roots

Inspired by the underground communication networks of trees, the article suggests that authentic human connection and self-awareness reside beneath the surface of our visible roles…

V-Viciously Real

This raw reflection explores the intense emotional exhaustion, frustration, and guilt that come with caring for a child with autism. The author rejects the idealized version of car…