When was the last time you had to really wait to acquire something you wanted? I am not talking about a basic necessity; I am talking about a product or service that you didn’t really need–at least not right away–but you went ahead and fulfilled your heart’s desire anyway. We live in times when it’s possible …
When was the last time you looked at a frayed piece of wire or a well-worn toothbrush and thought, “Hmm. I definitely need to add these to my art collection.” Never, right? Well, that’s exactly the way junk artist Dhiraj Sharma’s mind works. He has the ability to look beyond the ordinariness of an everyday …
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Cabs have become an essential mode of transportation in cities for women who work in high-pressure jobs. Working women find cabs more convenient than buses and trains because they are available 24×7. However, when it comes to safety, ‘what happens in the cab, stays in the cab’, so to speak. Indeed, sexual assault is becoming …
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Of late, noses (including my own) have become a huge distraction for me. It’s hard for me to look away sometimes. Come to think of it, it’s quite funny. I hope I can rid myself of this peculiar fixation before I get the ‘my eyes are up here’ non-verbal cue. This blog post is …
As parents, caregivers and decent human beings, us adults tend to worry about our children being exposed to predators, many of whom come in the form of friendly acquaintances. Yes, contrary to popular opinion, friendly faces are far more responsible for child sexual abuse than strangers. The saddest part is that we are unable to …
How To Tell Your Child: This Organization Is Keeping Children Safe From Predators Read More »
Emotional abuse is taken lightly Unlike its cousin physical abuse Maybe because the damage is invisible Unlike bruises and scars, its effects cannot be seen But they sure are lethal Maybe far more permanent than the latter Mind games manipulate Gaslighting invalidates Threats instill anxiety Insults cause shame Criticism weakens the spirit The list is …
Art is introduced to all of us in childhood and irrespective of whether we are good at it or not, it makes us feel happy. However, as we grow up, amidst chasing goals and targets, we often forget to focus on ourselves. We rarely focus on what truly makes us happy, rejuvenates us, and gives …
There’s a myth that only certain people are entitled to trauma Like the soldier who’s back from war This woman who survived an acid attack That teen who saw their parents hacked to death It doesn’t work that way, PTSD chooses its victims And it’s many things, but certainly no ageist So children, adults, seniors …
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Meet Tannisha Avarrsekar, the 22-year-old girl who launched her brainchild Lokatantra as a means to help Mumbaikars vote this election season. In an interview with Mahevash Muses, the young visionary talks about why her app is the best option for anyone who is busy yet wants to cast an educated vote. We are living in …
Lokatantra Will Benefit Both Politicians And Citizens: Tannisha Avarreskar Read More »
According to the Internet, summer is a time when motivation levels dip as quickly as the temperature soars. I concur. Lately, it’s been so hot here in Pune that I wish I were living in the icy depths of Antarctica, and I am somebody who isn’t a big fan of winter either. Apart from the …