We admire people who claim to be self-made, but the idea that a single person succeeds without support has never been true. Success has always been shaped by community, privilege, timing, opportunity, and care. When we cling to the self-made man myth, we lose sight of the fact that every person who thrives has benefited …
In a world quick to divide, Ashitha Nayak believes in the power of stories to bring people together. As the founder of Lighthouse, a non-profit that amplifies intercultural stories from around the world, she has created a space where vulnerability is seen as a strength and where differences become bridges. In today’s interview, Ashitha shares …
Storytelling Can Build Empathy Across Cultures, Says Ashitha Nayak Read More »
In a world that constantly demands our attention, it’s easy to feel disconnected from our true selves. Life’s routine often leaves little room for introspection or personal growth. Immersive experiences, however, can offer a path to rediscovery and deeper self-awareness. These experiences allow individuals to break free from daily distractions, explore new environments, and engage …
How to Discover Yourself Through Immersive Experiences Read More »
Ten years. That’s how long I’ve been a professional writer. And yet, some days, it feels like I’m just pretending to know what I’m doing. It’s not as if I haven’t accomplished anything. I’ve shown up consistently. Found my niches. Crafted pitches and content strategies. Hit deadlines. Published hundreds of articles. I’ve received kind words …
Why I Still Doubt Myself After 10 Years as a Professional Writer Read More »
Feb 17, 2015. That’s the day I published my first post, Do Or Regret: The Choice Is Yours. I had no idea then that my blog, Mahevash Muses, would become a core part of my identity, both online and offline. Like many bloggers at the time, I started with a free WordPress.com blog. Two years …
With everything that’s going down in the world today, I’ve been wondering why most famous folks aren’t responsible when it comes to their fame. They can do so much good with their platforms, yet they don’t even do the bare minimum and speak up. It’s not as if we are asking them to step up …
It’s okay to give up on your dream if: – it’s no longer something you want. – you have realized it’s unattainable. – it’s harming your mental or physical health. – it doesn’t fit into the vision for your life. – you have a new dream to pursue. Writing and I are still distant. It’s …
Image via Buzzfeed I was a lost and confused high schooler. The typical angry teenager with poor grades and ZERO direction in life. I had no idea what to do next after finishing high school. Yahoo Answers changed that. When it went offline on May 4, 2021, I felt like I had lost a dear …
A Tribute To Yahoo Answers, The Place That Helped Me Find Purpose Read More »
2011 to 2012 was supposed to be my final year of IT engineering. But given that I had repeatedly failed to clear engineering maths III, a second-year subject, that was not the case. In other words, I failed in the academic year I was supposed to graduate. While I was no topper, I had always …
Photo by rajat sarki on Unsplash What do nosy neighbors, news-hungry media moguls, and shrewd office peons have in common? All of them are masters in the art of gossiping. Honestly, all of us indulge in this fun, seemingly harmless activity at times. It seems harmless because we assume that the person in question will …
Let Them Trash Talk: We Live In A Gossip-Hungry World Read More »