Travel. Stories. Poetry.
In my freshman year (exactly a decade ago! 🎓) Ram G Vallath came for a motivational talk and gave us a signed copy of his book ‘Ouch to Oops’. Back then, I just skimmed a few pages before it gathered dust on my bookshelf 📚 But time has its own plans ⏳. I finally read... Continue Reading →
People all over the Indian sub continent including the vast diaspora spread across the world celebrate the festivals of Dasara and Diwali with much fervour. These festivals, 21 days apart, are the triumph of good over evil. Festivals of victory and light. Festivals that dawned peace upon the land. But in terms of peace, there... Continue Reading →
Oh, how blessed I am to see these colors! The vibrant green grass The blooming pink flowers The yellow pot and brown mud Across the balcony, rustling palm trees covering creamy sands and blue waters Beyond the river, far at a distance mighty black hills with tiny white homes As I lie down on the... Continue Reading →
Ikigai is filled with little things that we humans need to be reminded of from time to time. It is a reiteration of our value systems, of what we believe in. Took me to the basics and roots. Sharing a few of my learnings. The one who has a “why” to live for can bear... Continue Reading →
✨ Seen, a confident woman on the stageUnseen, the tears shed in the green room Seen, fearless advocacy against abuseUnseen, the vulnerability and pain of suffering Seen, hugs and love of people cheeringUnseen, backstabbing monsters and scars Seen, the light she shinesUnseen, the darkness she swallowed Seen, a calm spirited determined soulUnseen, a once fallen... Continue Reading →
One hot afternoon in the heart of a beautiful equatorial country Kenya, I was strolling around the Nairobi’s Maasai Market admiring the handicrafts. I usually love markets, interacting, and bargaining. But this place made me a little nervous as I don’t speak the native language Swahili. I slowly started engaging myself examining the fabrics and... Continue Reading →
No, I am not talking about the song by One Direction, although I absolutely love it. I am talking about what makes you beautiful amidst the ridiculous societal beauty standards of shape, size, and color. There is often a mirage of societal validation around the concept of beauty. You are used to feeling beautiful only... Continue Reading →
Vineesha Badabhagni 