WOW!. .  ‘I AM ALIVE’ — IS IT ALL THAT MATTERS?

I know someone, who at the ripe age of ninety-seven, bedridden with a urine catheter stuck up his non-existent outlet, barely managing to walk, holding a walker with trembling hands, and having suffered fourteen minor and major surgeries to his credit – envisaged to be the Tendulkar and hit a century of years. It is …

SHAKING HANDS WITH A SNAKE – Will You?

Shaking hands with a snake is a powerful metaphor for engaging with untrustworthy, unscrupulous, or dishonest individuals. These people may present a friendly facade, but they may have hidden agendas or destructive intentions beneath it. Setting boundaries is not just a tool; it’s a powerful shield in your arsenal. It’s a way to assert your …

LOST CHILDHOOD — Lost Essence of Living.

The feeling of lost childhood and the loss of the essence of living share a common emotion and meaning. They are tied to unprocessed memories, unmet needs, or struggles to adapt to life’s complexities. Life’s hardships and responsibilities replace the times of innocence, naivety and joy. The weight of the present overshadows the lightness of …

LOVELESS MARRIAGE – A Journey of Healing and Growth, not a Dead End.

Loveless marriage may be a curse like emotional imprisonment, where two people are bound together but lack intimacy, passion, and warmth to sustain the relationship. There is a profound feeling of isolation, frustration, and resentment. With time, a deep sense of emptiness rules over, and the absence of love wears away the well-being. This ‘curse’ of …

ASK NO QUESTIONS and HEAR NO LIES.

The paradoxical nature of the proverb ‘Ask no questions and hear no lies’ often suggests that sometimes, it’s better not to delve too deeply into some issues to avoid unpleasant truths. It implies that ignorance can sometimes prevent conflicts or uncomfortable revelations, yet it also hints at the potential dangers of such ignorance. What could …

COMING OUT OF THE CLOSETS . . . Leaving the toxic relationships. 

  “My heart is a small closet of emotions, and my mind is a large wardrobe of thoughts.” I have an overwhelming collection of thoughts, ideas, speculations, judgement and perceptions that clutter my mind to the extent of giving me a Migraine. I need to vacuum out the filth now and then to preserve my …

LIVE in someone’s SHADOW . . . OR be someone’s REFLECTION.

Living in someone’s shadow implies being dominated by another person’s achievements, personality, or presence. There is a sense of inconspicuousness or undervalue because someone else is seen as more prominent or influential. This might nurture a feeling of jealousy, meagerness, or a wish to step out and be recognised for one’s own sanity and uniqueness. …

MOUNTAINS — ‘Happy’ or ‘Sad’, A perspective.

    Mountains, like all of nature, reflect the emotions we project onto them. Their soaring heights and enduring strength inspire awe and a sense of joy, resilience, and timeless wisdom. On the other hand, their silent solitude and weather-worn peaks may evoke a sense of melancholy, carrying the weight of time and the whispers …

‘MID-LIFE CRISES’ — A loss or a gain?

Midlife crises are periods of self-reflection and transition, empowering us to confront our identity and self-confidence. We grapple with the realities of ageing, mortality, and life choices. When embraced, this introspective journey can lead to a deeper understanding of ourselves and our lives, putting us in the driver’s seat of our transformation. This usually happens …