Cut Me Loose
The author critiques the film *Chumbak* for trivializing the exhausting, lifelong cycle of unpaid domestic labor and caregiving expected of Indian women. Through various life stage…
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# Don’t Time the Time #
This reflective piece urges readers to stop waiting for the "perfect time" and instead embrace the fleeting nature of life by cherishing simple, present moments. It frames retireme…
The Legend of Oshun
The legend of Oshun describes how the Yoruba Orishas' decision to exclude the goddess of love and fertility led to a catastrophic drought on Earth. Following divine intervention, O…
Book Review – Assassins Can’t Do It Alone
This review of Venkataraman Sheshashayee’s *Assassins Can’t Do It Alone* describes a gripping thriller about a retired CEO who uses his meticulous corporate skills to become a vigi…
7 Reasons to Follow Me
The author outlines seven unique reasons to follow their blog, highlighting features such as daily updates, diverse topics, and bilingual content in English and Hindi. By offering …
Do You Believe in Karma? What You Sow, So Shall You Reap
The author expresses a belief in karma that focuses on personal integrity and kindness rather than waiting for retribution. Inspired by the Bhagavad Gita, she emphasizes the import…
Happy Birthday Ryan! The First Without You
The author reflects on the profound emptiness and grief experienced while attempting to celebrate her late husband Ryan's birthday. Despite participating in religious rituals and s…
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The author argues against the traditional concept of Karma, which focuses on how past actions determine one's rebirth, in favor of "kartrutva," or the fulfillment of duty. Drawing …
Rumi and I
Through personal reflection on witnessing death at different stages of life, the author traces an evolution from the suffocating trauma of grief to a more profound, spiritual under…
Did They Really Change, or Did We Just Get Closer?
The article suggests that when people seem to "change" in relationships, it may simply be that they have become comfortable enough to reveal their true, imperfect selves after an i…
# If a Genie Appeared Today…
Reflecting on a hypothetical genie wish, the author chooses to prioritize healthy, meaningful years with loved ones over material wealth or eternal youth. The article emphasizes th…
The Science of Awe: Chasing Sunsets from the Thar to the Sutlej
This article explores the profound sense of "awe" triggered by sunrises and sunsets, bridging modern psychological research with ancient Indian spiritual traditions. Through person…