A blog by Dr. Anuj Kumar
“When you reach the end of what you should know, you will be at the beginning of what should sense” KAHLIL GIBRAN I wondered, is there an end to knowledge? Really? And by the way, what exactly is wisdom? How far can we go from excavating and experimenting to try to exhume and post mortem …
Relationships Of Convenience? “Hey, how are you?” A says. “Good, how have you been?” “It’s been ages since we met,” B answers. “Yeah, let’s meet for tea today, shall we?” “No, I’m busy, maybe some other time,” B says abruptly and frankly. It is a mundane phone chat that carries no meaning, emotion, assurance …
Personal comfort and cultural norms deeply influence public displays of affection (PDA). These small gestures in public can reinforce a sense of belonging and partnership. Some openly celebrate their relationship, serving as a public declaration of commitment that makes their partner feel valued. Excessive PDA can sometimes seem performative, especially if it feels forced or …
We all know about the Big Bang Theory. I often wonder: what if there were no space between the orbiting heavenly bodies? They would collide and pulverise each other, causing demolition and splintering into smithereens. The Creator, I am sure, had plans for providing infinite space for the sustenance of the endless universe. Thus, …
I visited Manhattan before the World Trade Centre fiasco. My friend took me to the top of this colossal edifice. Looking around and specifically down below, I got dizzy and pukish. The concrete jungle made me wonder, where do I stand in this vast wilderness—millions of people housed in these tall skyscrapers, breathing …
Memories, Remembrances, Recollections etc. signify the capacity for or the act of remembering things. Memory applies both to the power of remembering and to what is remembered. Our minds are like a glass filled with water. To fill in more freshwater, you first, need to spill some water. The Hippocampus of the Brain’s Temporal Lobe …
Dependence is a psychological or emotional reliance on others for support, authentication, or accomplishments. Dependence takes a dark turn when it breeds feelings of inadequacy or apprehension in the absence of others. This often rears its head in romantic, marital, or social alliances. Unhealthy dependence leads to co-dependency, a dangerous game of sacrificing one’s needs to …
As the years roll by and the greying takes over me: I have realised that I am no longer the person I used to be. My tolerance has taken over. I once chose to remain quiet; now I am speaking the truth. Where I have battled and argued, I prefer to stay silent. I …
Picking between embracing the long road or taking shortcuts depends on individual goals, values and prioritisation. The long road, a path for those who value growth, learning, and resilience, shapes character and adds depth and meaning to success. Though challenging, this journey leads to a more substantial and authentic form of success. When time is …
The taps are dry + The electric short circuit has ruined the fridge compressor + My tummy aches, and I need to see a doctor + I had a severe tiff with the boss + I had a major argument with the spouse … = Depression + Irritation + Hopelessness + Annoyance … Should …