A Burst of Darkness

Light. Dark. Isn't it absurd how people associate light with life and beauty and clarity? To me light seems to be a mirage in a desert of darkness. Light simply does not exist no matter how much we want it to, but we still look for it. We look for it and we then assume … Continue reading A Burst of Darkness

The road to a better, positive you

In a fast paced world, the ups and downs of life takes a toll on everyone. As your business goes sour, or as people drift away from you, it’s hard to remain confident. If you score bad grades, or if you get fired from your dream job, it’s hard to remain positive. Positivity and confidence … Continue reading The road to a better, positive you

Stranded on an Island

"Okay. So, last question. Who are you?" "I'm Rekha Panni from Bangalore and-" "No," said the interviewer. "What I meant was, who are you as a person?" "Oh. I'm a housewife with 2 beautiful children and-" The interviewer smiled and my voice dwindled to a halt. "I'm sorry," he said. "I guess my question was … Continue reading Stranded on an Island

Imperfection at its Finest

Age is just a number, they say. But guess what? So is weight. I have seen people obsess over how thin or fat they are, pulling at their chubby cheeks or stuffing their bras with tissue paper. Hell, I have been one of those people. Everyday I would get out of bed and stand in … Continue reading Imperfection at its Finest