Gems from a timeless book. Ramblings of my mind.
The fall that you are terrified of, take it. The fall that you feel will be the end of you and the world as you know it. Plunge into the blackness, even if you feel you wont be able to breathe. The very thing that seems unbearable to do, do it. That very thing that... Continue Reading →
People talk a lot about how we fail to empathize with those who suffer. Especially the quiet private types, the sensitive ones are the ones who suffer. The ones with mental disabilities suffer. But no one ever speaks about how it is to be on the other side. It is frustrating to be on both... Continue Reading →
There was a story I had heard long back. I don’t remember the details correctly anymore, but the gist of it was this: There was a doctor who was a specialist in some country. He studied and worked hard and got a good job. Probably became a consultant. He started earning a pretty good sum... Continue Reading →
Imagine you have two children. They play cricket every day outside with the neighborhood kids. Your first child is better equipped. You bought him the best, most expensive high quality bat. You invested time and money in his training for several years. You practiced with him yourself till he got very good. You showered him... Continue Reading →
Ever been in a situation where being educated about what is right becomes a test for you? Knowing what is right and what is wrong, being able to finally separate what are merely ignorant customs and traditions, from what is right and useful, is a liberating journey. It is enlightening to finally free yourself from... Continue Reading →
One line you said to me once always echoes in my mind. “I am nothing”. The question in your mind, the search for the answer and then this realization. This line often helps me in many ways. When I start thinking too much of myself, I am reminded. When i start getting disappointed by myself... Continue Reading →
I think all of us are familiar with this feeling of helplessness and despair. When life is not going according to how it “should”, despite us putting our everything into it. Ever felt that no matter how much you try you just cannot please the people around you? Ever given your everything to a... Continue Reading →
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