From reaching here as a foreigner to making it a home…
It's so hard to believe that exactly 10 years ago, at this time, I was bidding farewell to my family at the Bangalore airport. Every family member who lived in Bangalore at the time were there. It was like a mini party of its own. The chai's, the tears, the hugs and smiles. The motivating … Continue reading And whoosh… it’s a decade!
Not until too long ago, I wasn't someone who just wanted to be alone. With myself. And each time there was such a situation, I found ways to somehow be in touch with people. Find a new task to do that had to be done in ages. And in short, couldn't bring myself to just … Continue reading Me time…
This Saturday morning was no different than any other. I woke up pretty late. Had a lazy breakfast, scrolling through some news followed by social media. But while sipping on my coffee, I came across something that made me stop and think. A post from an old friend. She's been part of this initiative to … Continue reading The Drill…
Sitting on a chair in my balcony, on a sunny afternoon, thoughts exploding in my head, and one thing stands out - should I share these thoughts with someone? Or should I let them be private? More times than I care to admit, when tears flow down the cheeks, and you just want to let … Continue reading Private or public
It was just another Friday afternoon. One meeting after another, time was ticking and like most of us, I couldn't wait for the weekend to begin. I had already decided that I would stop at 5pm. I told papa that I would like to join the call when mumma cuts her birthday cake. The meeting … Continue reading The missed call…
We are coming to the end of the year... And it's time when we all sit back and reflect, recall and rediscover.. the moments that have passed... This post is inspired by this beautiful poem that I came across. After rain after many days without rain,it stays cool, private and cleansed, under the trees,and the … Continue reading Drop…
"Life and death are one thread, the same line viewed from different side."Lao Tzu In the last few months we have heard about number of deaths. Many have gone through the pain of losing their close ones, direct family members or someone from your circle whom you knew. Unfortunately, I lost 2 of my uncles … Continue reading Life and Death
Each step towards your goal matters. And this couldn't be any truer. The motivation to wake up before starting work so that I could squeeze in the yoga and focus on training in evening. The motivation to actually leave home and wear shoes and go out. The motivation to plan new routes every now and … Continue reading Small Steps – Part 2
Sometimes it's the smallest of things that matter the most. This Corona time, everyone has been trying to keep themselves busy in some way or another. So have I. And this has been great opportunity to take up challenges for yourself. What always fascinated me is seeing people run for hours. Do marathons and long … Continue reading Small Steps – Part 1
"Anything that’s human is mentionable, and anything that is mentionable can be more manageable. When we can talk about our feelings, they become less overwhelming, less upsetting, and less scary."Fred Rogers In this world where speaking about a lot of things are a taboo. And being politically correct is of utmost importance. Not being rude … Continue reading Mental Health
In these times of distress, the last thing we need is another post on Corona/Covid19 or anything that talks about it. We have more than enough sources for that. to the point that even the advertisements that interrupt games on mobile have information/news about this topic. So let me do experts do their job. I'm … Continue reading NOT about CORONA.
After constant attempts of writing blog posts last couple of weeks. Starting them, and half way through clearing up everything, I am very happy to be in the space of writing again. I love the feeling of finishing a book and everything it brings us. The explosion of thoughts, the perspectives and sometimes the right … Continue reading The message.
A few days ago, I met a friend after a long time and somewhere down the conversation, she said something that gave me goosebumps, and I knew I had to write about it! She said "Until 21 I was looking at the world through my parents eyes and ever since I've moved here, I've started … Continue reading Unlearning…
So, this entire week I had lots of thoughts about what should I really write about. Lots of topics came up that I thought I should definitely write about. And to be honest until this afternoon it was about something completely different. But sometime ago, I decided to go with the celebrated theme for today … Continue reading Valentine's Day
I've been meaning to write this post since a couple of years now. Why did it take me this long to write something so real? Something that many of us go through probably day to day? Was I too scared of the extra added judgement that already exists in my life? Well, I don't know … Continue reading Pre-Judgement and more…
Distance makes love grow. Distances make you grow fonder of one another. Distance makes you come closer. No, I am not particularly talking about love partner here. It can be any relation. And more common than ever - friendships. With people moving out of the cities and towns that we grew up in, settling in … Continue reading Never too late to rekindle…
I think a lot of posts are long due. And my list seems to get longer each time I add a new topic that I would like to write about and share something. Without any further delays, it's time to bring that list to action. Start with something that's been absolutely thrilling and I've been … Continue reading Fears
As we grow we realize things are changing. time is moving at the speed of light. And before you know you it, you're seeing some photos that your phone reminds you and it's been already 3 years since that awesome dinner with friends that you so vividly remember. Past few weeks have been some really … Continue reading Highs and lows…
It's Friday! Time for a post! Rather, time to press the post button that I've been waiting for and this time, I've given it a longer thought than ever before. The topic I want to write about today, can be and has been controversial for me personally. And I may be touching some nerves. And … Continue reading Food fads and trends…
Since the last time I published something, till today, the thought of writing has crossed my mind at least once a day. And there was always something. A new reason. A new excuse. A new way of postponing the thoughts. Why? Until a few minutes ago, every time I found something interesting or met an … Continue reading The Reboot!
Cube of Life 