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!
My feet were getting number by the minute and the water didn't seem to get any warmer even though the sun was shining with over 28 degrees. I continued to stand on a rock in midst of a little stream, in a little town which I've never heard of, with a friend. These 45 minutes … Continue reading 24 hours a day…
Not too long ago, I was taking my fourth coffee and it was barely midday, stomping my way back to the room that's been my office since last year. This stomping made me realise how crazy it's been! Most people at work were already on vacation and I was worried about something at work, having … Continue reading Unseen – wrap up 2021
Day 2 and couple of days following were all about driving, driving and driving. Next morning, we reached Hirtshals Harbour, boarded this huge ferry and off we went. We took the Colorline Ferry. That takes about 3.5 hours to Kristiansand. You can also take a faster one with another company called Fjordline. The blue sky, … Continue reading Road Trip To Norway – Reaching the Arctic Circle…
This trip was in planning for months. And actually, a lot longer because M wanted to do this road trip forever! And finally, the day was here! With boxes and baskets, and multiple games of finding the perfect fit, we were finally ready to leave! This was repacked and changed completely by the time it … Continue reading Road trip to Norway – The journey begins…
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…
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…
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
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.
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…
If you want to see the true measure of a man, watch how he treats his inferiors, not his equals. ~ J. K. Rowling Today marks the completion of my last 6 weeks in India. I am here on an official trip. My first one ever, and a long one indeed. 6 weeks ago, I … Continue reading Work trip to India – Little things…
"We are blind as we want to be. ~Maya Angelou" "There's the yellow line Sebastian, step back please", I told to someone at the train station who is destitute of vision. He stopped, turned towards me and told, "Hello, but we haven't met before have we?". It took me a couple of seconds to reply … Continue reading Can I really see?
"Life isn't waiting for the storm to pass, it's about learning to dance in the rain" I opened Quora for my regular read. And yesterday I saw a message, from someone whom I haven't met but has been in touch for months now. He contacted me first when he stumbled upon my blog and some … Continue reading Frame of mind…
"I can shake off everything as I write; my sorrows disappear, my courage is reborn." - Anne Frank Friend. Friends. Friendship. Fun. Forever. Or is it? Nothing is forever. That's established. Change is the only constant. That's known. So why does it hurt then? I've shared my experience and feelings with family, living away from … Continue reading The Talk
“It’s not about ideas. It’s about making ideas happen.” - Scott Belsky, co-founder of Behance. I see a lot of my friends and acquaintances coming up with new ideas and trying to create a new life for themselves. In my opinion, a goal without a plan, is just a dream. And before you have a plan, … Continue reading 8 things to ask yourself before starting a startup
"It's better to be a big fish in a small pond, rather than a small fish in big pond" - my perspective... Having begun my career (almost) in a SME - small and medium-sized enterprise / start-ups , there are some really important things that I have realized about my decision. When I discuss with … Continue reading 8 reasons why small companies are better than corporates to start your career – A perspective!
"The world of achievement has always belonged to the optimist!" It was the second day of the trip and breakfast was ready at 6. We had breakfast and cyclists gathered their bicycles and people who had opted to walk, were taken in the bus. I had signed up for walking. With a glass of juice … Continue reading Glimpse of stupendous journey to Area47 – Day 2!
"Work hard, have fun, make a difference" I didn't feel the need to snooze my alarm even once next morning at 5. All ready to go, I reached the breakfast hall by 6am sharp. Well, that feeling when you walk into a room and you know no one. If that's not enough, then trying to … Continue reading Ready, Set, Go!
Cube of Life 