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 …

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. …

chained in love, possessiveness

DETACHMENT and ATTACHMENTS. . . When and how?…..

  The word ‘detachment’ may be explained in various ways. It is a vast subject with multiple perceptions. I am talking about Detachment – Aloofness . . . indifference to worldly concerns . . . Freedom from bias or prejudice. Detachment – an Emotional Catharsis . . .Getting rid of annoyance, expectations, emotional obligations and …

INSIDE MY MOTHER’S WOMB …. An intriguing experience during an MRI test

The technician made me lay on a narrow stretcher, trussed me onto a leash and cupped my ears with overbearing heavy earplugs. Here you go – sliding deep into a long tube-like concoction, barely accommodating eighty kilos of me. All I could see was the desolate and hovering semi-circular plastic walls of the MRI machine …

COMFORT ZONE — a haven to be Smashed or Endured?

A comfort zone is a place of familiarity or solace away from anxiety, awkwardness, or frustration. It is a predictable and safe zone, a sanctuary away from intimidation, qualms, and unpleasant shocks and surprises. It’s a space that encourages tranquillity, well-being, gratification, and physical respite. People engage in familiar activities or behaviours within this zone, …

‘LOVE’—should it be given a ‘second chance’?

Love often deserves a second chance, and it’s heartening to know that it depends on the circumstances and the individuals involved. If both parties are willing to grow, evolve, communicate, and address past issues, a second chance can lead to a stronger, more understanding relationship. However, if the relationship is toxic and harmful or issues …

FORGIVENESS – Dealing and Healing

Forgiveness involves an intentional decision to let go of resentment and anger. The act that hurt or offended you might always be with you – working on forgiveness can lessen that act’s grip on you. Dealing and healing are two interconnected steps in the emotional process of forgiveness. Dealing with someone else’s derogatory actions requires …

RELATIONSHIPS OF CONVENIENCE  …

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 …

SPACE — More significant than the Galaxies — Space between RELATIONSHIPS

  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, …