Feb 12, 2021Spirituality at its coreIn today’s capitalist world, spirituality has been packaged and marketed like other products. There are various ways in which it is practiced; from meditation boot camps to Ted talks by spiritualists who have become celebrities to nascent faiths who have their own fundamentals regarding spirituality. But, what does spirituality really…Spirituality5 min readSpirituality5 min read
Feb 11, 2021Farm laws: the first real challenge to Narendra ModiIndian society is remarkably diverse and consists of a variety of groups. While we are in the 21 stcentury, caste remains a burning issue as do religious identities. Now, more than ever, freedom of expression is under threat as the government flexes its muscles whether it be for Muslim stand…India5 min readIndia5 min read
Feb 10, 2021The present of work as playThe present is a gift from time. Like other gifts that we receive, it is to be treasured and valued. However, one major difference between the present and other gifts is that we only have a moment to treasure it. Before we know it, it slips from our grasp and…Work5 min readWork5 min read
Feb 9, 2021The art of being IndianIndia is a melting pot of cultures, ideas and faiths. It is an ancient country with an extremely rich heritage. However, it is very young as a nation state with a vibrant democratic system. Indeed, very few people gave Indian democracy a chance of succeeding when it started off in…India5 min readIndia5 min read
Feb 8, 2021Analyzing the fan in fanaticsWe are all fans in our own ways. Some idolize sports stars, others musicians and some others look towards politicians for inspiration. In the last few years particularly, right wing governments in the West and India have stirred emotions among the public at large. No matter what the flaws were…Fans5 min readFans5 min read
Feb 7, 2021The problem with Maslow’s pyramid of self actualizationSelf actualization essentially means to realize one’s potential as an individual. For those familiar with basic psychology, Maslow’s pyramid immediately comes to mind. The issue with Maslow’s theory is that it assumes that individual potential can only be realized once social commitments have been met and there is a certain…Maslows Hierarchy5 min readMaslows Hierarchy5 min read
Feb 5, 2021The toolkit that is languageLanguage can never say what it means or mean what it says. This is a contradiction as we use language to communicate. Does this mean that all communication is flawed? If yes, then where does that leave human civilization? …Language5 min readLanguage5 min read
Feb 4, 2021A matter of faithAs we grow older, we wonder what is the point of it all. Have we been put onto this planet for any purpose or should we simply put our minds towards chasing money and success. At times, we look towards the heavens for advice and pray to the almighty. …Faith5 min readFaith5 min read
Feb 3, 2021Why the farm laws are just the startThe last two months have seen tremendous agitation by India’s farmers. They have agitated, set up camp and protested on the borders of Delhi. On Republic Day, they even took their protests to the streets of Delhi. The protests were by and large peaceful except for a small group which…Farmers Protest5 min readFarmers Protest5 min read
Feb 3, 2021When education should be child’s playChildren are blessed with enormous potential and intuitive awareness. There is a certain sense of wonder when we watch children. They play with their toys, express themselves and take baby steps towards knowledge. Yet, we are constantly trying to impose existing frameworks of education on children. Instead of focusing on…Education5 min readEducation5 min read