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The Silent Struggles of the Brutally Honest and Socially Awkward

There’s a strange kind of loneliness that comes with being a brutally honest and simple person in a world that often seems to thrive on pretense, filters, and façades. I’ve always found it difficult to strike a conversation with people who come off as fake or wear an air of superiority like a fashion accessory. The moment I sense insincerity or an attitude that screams “I’m better than you,” I quietly retreat into my shell. It’s not out of fear, but out of discomfort — the kind that makes you want to leave a room even before you’ve entered it fully. Being socially awkward doesn’t mean I don’t crave connection. On the contrary, I yearn for it — deep, genuine, uncomplicated connection. But my kind of connection isn’t found in crowded rooms, loud parties, or social niceties. It’s found in quiet honesty, shared vulnerabilities, and people who are comfortable with silence as much as they are with words. Over the years, I’ve become cautious, almost skeptical, about making new friends. My cir...
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Grateful, But Not Always at Peace: My Journey at 31

As I sit down to write this, I can’t help but take a deep breath and acknowledge something simple, yet profound — I am grateful. Deeply, truly grateful. For the life I live, the people who love me, the experiences that have shaped me, and the countless blessings that silently surround me every day. But being grateful doesn’t mean I’m always at peace. I’m 31 years old. And somewhere between celebrating birthdays with cake and laughter, and carrying the weight of silent midnights filled with worry, I find myself wrestling with questions that don’t have easy answers. “Am I on the right path?” “Will I ever feel successful?” “When will I feel like I have arrived?” “Will I be a good mother someday?” “Is there enough time?” These thoughts creep in more often than I’d like to admit. Some days, they whisper. On others, they scream. I look around and see people achieving great things, checking boxes — promotions, babies, dream vacations, new homes. And I wonder if I’m falling behind, if I’m miss...
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“Empowered Women, Empower the World – Celebrating Strength, Resilience, and Progress this Women’s Day!”

Today, on International Women’s Day, we celebrate the essence of womanhood—the strength, resilience, and unwavering spirit that women bring to the world. Women are the backbone of families, the pioneers of change, and the torchbearers of progress. From nurturing homes to leading boardrooms, from shaping societies to pushing scientific frontiers, women have time and again proven that they are capable of achieving anything they set their minds to. Women are not just a part of society; they are its very foundation. They bring life into the world, foster compassion, and contribute to economic growth, innovation, and leadership. A society that empowers its women thrives in every aspect—education, economy, culture, and governance. Women are teachers who educate the next generation, doctors who heal, engineers who build, leaders who inspire, and artists who create. Their contributions shape the world in ways that are often underappreciated but undeniably vital. Despite their invaluable contri...
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The Silent Struggle: Trying to Fit In While Losing Yourself

There’s a strange irony in feeling alone while surrounded by people. It’s like standing in the middle of a crowd, voices buzzing, laughter echoing, yet inside, there’s an unsettling silence. The struggle to make friends, to belong, to be liked—it’s exhausting. And in this pursuit, we often sacrifice something invaluable: our own voice. The Pressure to Belong Society has an unspoken rulebook. Smile, be agreeable, don’t be too different, don’t make things awkward. We grow up learning these rules, subtly adjusting ourselves to fit in. Conversations turn into careful calculations—what should I say to be liked? How do I act to be accepted? The pressure is suffocating. Making friends should be natural, but for many, it feels like an uphill battle. Some people slip effortlessly into social circles, while others stand on the sidelines, trying to decipher the code of belonging. The fear of rejection lurks in every interaction, making it harder to be authentic. The Trap of People-Pleasing To avo...
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The Art of Sticking to Your Goals (Or Failing Hilariously Trying)

We’ve all been there. That moment of inspiration when we decide enough is enough! We’re going to get our lives together! We set ambitious goals—wake up at 5 AM, read five books a month, run a marathon (even though the only thing we’ve been running is out of patience). Day 1: We are warriors. We wake up before the alarm, drink green tea (why does it taste like disappointment?), and feel invincible. Productivity levels are through the roof ! Day 3: We hit snooze just once . Because, obviously, we deserve balance . Day 7: What goals? Who set those? Not us. Never heard of them. The Science of Abandoning Goals (Because We Are All Researchers in This😎) Psychologists say it takes 21 days to form a habit —which is roughly the same amount of time it takes for us to realize that achieving goals is exhausting. I know this is gyaan early in the morning, but why not? 😇 Common reasons we fall off track: Overconfidence on Day 1 is a real problem. We start like Olympians. We end like…well, peo...
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If Life Were a Movie, What Would Mine Be? 🎬

If my life were a movie, it wouldn’t be a sleek, action-packed thriller or a glamorous rom-com. Nope. It would be that  chaotic dramedy  where the protagonist (a.k.a.  me ) stumbles through life with the grace of a penguin on roller skates. Title: “Ctrl + Z Please!” ( Because let’s be honest, I’d love an undo button for half my life choices. ) Act 1: The Misadventures of a Middle School Prodigy (Or Not) It starts with a younger me, confidently believing I was destined for greatness—only to realize that being the class topper  does not  prepare you for social awkwardness, failed art projects, or the horror of falling flat on your face in front of the entire school. Act 2: The ‘I’ve Got This’ Era (I Absolutely Didn’t) Fast forward to adulthood, where I thought I had life figured out. I mean, I landed a job, paid my bills, and even successfully cooked rice without burning the kitchen down. But life had its own script: Work stress?  Check Quarter-life crisis? ...
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Avasthapadaren da Chaari 😢😣

There are a few things in life that  haunt you forever —your embarrassing childhood nickname, that one school teacher who still remembers you as the “talkative” kid, and, of course, the  family WhatsApp group.  No matter how much you try to ignore it, it lurks in the background, constantly buzzing with  Good Morning  messages, conspiracy theories, and life advice you never asked for. Every single morning, my phone lights up like it’s been possessed. The  Good Morning  texts flood in—each one grander than the last. There’s always one  motivational quote slapped onto a blurry image of a sunrise , a  GIF of flowers blooming in slow motion , and a  video of an old man smiling at the sky  as if he just discovered inner peace. My relatives clearly believe that  starting the day without sending these messages is a crime punishable by karma. And then, right after the sunrise blessings, comes  the daily dose of fake news.  If ...
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