The Balance Between Judgment and Growth

The Balance Between Judgment and Growth

There’s a quote by Christian D. Larson that’s been sitting with me for months now: “Spend so much time on self-improvement that you have no time to criticize others.” I remember falling in love with it the second I read it. It felt powerful, honest, even freeing, but...
The Layers Between Us: How We Treat Relationships

The Layers Between Us: How We Treat Relationships

As I finished my freshman year and stepped into sophomore life, I found myself pausing more often, wondering what had truly changed. New friends, new habits, new routines. But underneath all of that, the biggest shift was internal. It was a deeper understanding of...
From Asking Why to Understanding Life for Dadi

From Asking Why to Understanding Life for Dadi

As humans, we often, if not always, ask the question why. Why did this happen? Why should I do this? Why me? We spend so much time looking for reasons, trying to make sense of things that sometimes have no clear answers. But if the past few days have taught me...
Life Learnings Going Into 2025

Life Learnings Going Into 2025

So, where have I been? Being at college has taught me many things, but the one that stands out the most is learning to let go. As one of my favorite movie quotes goes, “No matter how hard you try, you will always miss out on something. So let’s just…...
Embracing Truth and Growth

Embracing Truth and Growth

As I begin this new chapter at USC, my thoughts on growth feel more important than ever. The truth, in its raw form, is often bitter. I’ve had moments when reality didn’t match up with my hopes or expectations. In those times, it’s tempting to retreat into the comfort...
The Pendulum: Embracing Life’s Swings with a Pause

The Pendulum: Embracing Life’s Swings with a Pause

After eight years, getting to go back to Jankeshwar felt like a breath of fresh air. The strong winds seemed to sweep away old thoughts, making room for new ones. This weekend, while out with my family and listening to Rajen uncle’s talks about the Mahabharat, I...