Lean in. The buzzword that is overused by ignoramuses, geniuses, and everyone in between thanks to Sheryl Sandberg’s book of the same name. For those who are lucky enough to not have heard about Lean In: Women, Work, and the Will to Lead, the book is all about strategies to help women move ahead and …
Michelle Obama Disses Lean In Because “That Shit Doesn’t Work” Read More »
Since 2014, the Supreme Court of India legally recognized transgenders (commonly known as hijras) as the third gender. More importantly, it requested the government to provide them with educational and employment opportunities just like other minorities. Giving transgenders the rights they deserve has been a huge step forward for us. However, society’s attitude and treatment …
Transgenders Of India: Accepted By Law, Discriminated By Society Read More »
Yes, you read that right. Us introverts hate them extroverts. To be honest, we can’t stand them. Here are 5 reasons why. 1. They feed off of our life force Not that we’re antisocial, but spending too much time around people—extroverts in particular—drains us. So much so that we need a few hours or days …
As individuals, we tend to jump the gun when it comes to figuring out the people in our life. When someone doesn’t react the way we expect (read: want) them to, we judge them instantly. You know the drill. “Oh, he has moved on already? Looks like his ex didn’t mean much to him after …
When It Comes To People, What You See Isn’t Really What You Get Read More »
When it comes to children, there are three kinds of people in this world: A) those who adore them and can’t wait to have their own B) those who think they are okay and aren’t quite sure if they want them C) those who irrespective of whether they like them or not, don’t want to …
Is Having Kids The Most Socially Acceptable Way To Ruin Your Life? Read More »
You were born wild and free Without any ideas of who you should be Your dreams were limitless Your heart ruled your mind Curiosity ran through your veins Passion walked by your side But as you grew up The world tried to change you Into someone you are not For rebels are seen as deviants …
Your Life, Your Choice? Yes, There’s Always A Choice. Read More »
It’s 2018 and most of us know that the average person’s social media is a carefully constructed lie. Unlike real life, the virtual world gives us complete control over our image and lifestyle. And this typically translates into everyone being on their best behavior. So we see people speaking up about burning issues, supporting socio-political …
What If Social Media Let You Get Inside Someone’s Head? Read More »
As an outspoken advocate of individuality, it might seem that I have never given in to the pressure of fitting in. That couldn’t be further from the truth. I am just as human as you, so there have been times when I have conformed a little. Sometimes, one follows the herd just to get a …
Until recently, I was a member of the entitlement culture. What’s that? Well, it usually goes by some variation of “I deserve this after __.” or “Is it too much to ask for__ ?” Yeah, you guessed right. It’s demanding special treatment in exchange for a bout of suffering. Like the time I expected to …
The Universe Owes You Nothing, So Stop Trusting It Read More »
Wasn’t life a lot more exciting back when you were a little kid? You didn’t know the monster called judgment and had no problem expressing yourself. You did as you pleased and dreamed B-I-G. Everything seemed possible and within reach. But time did its thing and soon your thoughts and actions became adulterated by the …
Feeling Stuck In Life? You May Have Subconsciously Let Society Define You. Read More »