February 2024
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Yay or Nay!
Do you enjoy your job? It all depends on the nature of the job. If it involves annoying my partner, then I absolutely love it! :) Reading? Yay! Exercising? Yay! Cooking? Yay! Sleeping? Yay! Hiking? Yay! Watching movies? Yay! The aspects I’d mostly say nay to would be doing the dishes and anything that requires Continue reading
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Transitions
Life, it seems, simply moved forward, I’d say. I never really took a moment to bid farewell to any phase of my life, as each transition felt gradual. However, reflecting on this question now, I realize the years following graduation and venturing into the ‘serious’ world were perhaps the most enjoyable and carefree. Yet, here Continue reading
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Selfhood
Now, why would I ever want to be someone else even for a day? I appreciate myself and the person I have become, so it’s a resounding no from me. Call me vain, but I am content with how I’ve turned out. Indeed, there are moments in my life I might wish to change, but Continue reading
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Joyful Endeavors
Admittedly, my inclination towards laziness has led me to seek assistance for my DIY projects. My foray into gardening was less than fruitful, and an attempt to paint my room resulted in a calamity that affected not only the walls but the floor as well. The memory makes me wince even now. However, my culinary Continue reading
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Words that really matter!
Do we truly wish to ban a word forever? If that’s the case, then all derogatory words ought to be prohibited. There’s little sense in casting insults and diminishing someone’s spirit. I’ve shared my thoughts on the power of positive speech and its profound effect on others before. In these times, the world is in Continue reading
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Optimism and Resilience
Ideally, I’d embrace optimism and wish for a future devoid of challenges. Wouldn’t that be perfect? However, life often unfolds in unexpected ways, so I am preparing myself to view any forthcoming challenge as an opportunity for growth, aiming to emerge triumphant and more resilient. Regardless of the circumstances, my strategy is to remain calm Continue reading
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Devil (Telugu) – Movie Review
This weekend, I indulged in a Telugu movie titled ‘Devil,’ set in the pre-independence era. It unfolded as a murder mystery but unveiled an intriguing twist as the story progressed. Merely minutes in, I was convinced that the hero was not all he appeared to be. My suspicion stemmed from the understanding that Telugu heroes Continue reading
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Grammar Diaries – Decoding Sanskrit – विभक्तिरूपाणां व्याकरणविधिः
This post delves deep into the grammatical intricacies of Sanskrit, specifically focusing on the transformation of word forms. Continue reading
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Beyond Scores
What advice would you give to your teenage self? Scores aren’t everything. In the grand tapestry of life, exam scores and numbers fade in significance. What truly matters is your ability to understand, to learn, and to progress. Embrace happiness and always remember: you are remarkable! Oh, and cherish this phase of life, for it Continue reading
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Alasyam – Inactivity
What bores you? Inactivity bores me. Does that translate to being lazy? There is a saying in Sanskrit that laziness is your greatest enemy. (आलस्यं हि मनुष्याणां शरीरस्थो महान् रिपुः।) That being said, I once read a quote suggesting that those who are content with themselves are never bored. This idea, though now considered a Continue reading
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