“They have been rolling out beliefs and superstitions as Culture, and people are expected to fall in line, lest they incur the wrath of the powerful.” “Is there a difference? Combined beliefs do constitute culture.” “What I don’t like about it, is the expectation to conform. My belief is that I can think and analyse.” … Continue reading Majority
ME Did I stretch it too much? It is too late to think about it. The beauty of these moments is that one understands the meaning of acceptance. We spend our lives, attaching terms and conditions to everything. It suddenly does not matter Unfortunately, I am unable to share this experience with the world --- … Continue reading Different takes
Dreams are ethereal yet so grounded in reality in the psyche in vision of life Dreams are nocturnal yet so connected’ to what happened during the day in your conscious life. Dreams are nothing but a projection of your self intangible shadows supporting existence. (44 words) Inspired by Quadrille #38 l dVerse
Human beings turning into stone? Well, folklore says that Ahalya, a beautiful woman did, aeons ago. She was the wife of a sage, Gautam Rishi. God Indra was captivated by her beauty, and went to meet her in the disguise of her husband, Gautam Rishi. The husband returned home to see his wife with someone … Continue reading Turning into Stone
Menacing shapes sinister intentions yet, the impact weakens against a rocky will on the ground. Steadfastness poses a challenge to the airy-fairies unsupported and directionless. Value foundations set early in life possess power and resistance for sustainability. Inspired by Sue Vincent at Thursday Photo Prompt- Wisp #writephoto
Maggie generally believed in animal welfare, but had no specific interest in birds, as such. Dutifully, she would keep a bowl of water on the balcony ledge in summers, to quench their thirst. This was one of the many acts she carried out regularly – like feeding stray dogs and cats. Cute birdie pics like … Continue reading Her Baby
The newly minted HR Head had worked three days and two nights to write the first draft of the HR Policy, with the objective of creating a new work culture. The first request for an appointment came from the labour union leader, who had serious objections to certain clauses. The CEOs secretary called to say … Continue reading Emotions
He came from a not-so-privileged background in the countryside, with big dreams. All he could land on, was a job in the pizza outlet, with an income just enough to pay the rent, but he never stopped dreaming. His work constantly reminded him, that the dough of life did not offer much by way of … Continue reading A matter of choice
The first flush of recognition is more expansive and exhilarating than first love. It happened way back in the nineties. Music was the only way that an introvert like me could express myself. She heard me, she stopped and her gaze remained fixed till the song ended. She moved away, without a single word of … Continue reading Mentor
I grew up on a Mills & Boon diet, where the protagonists always come together in the end. Their dalliances, misinterpretations and over-emotional responses kept me hooked, till they reunited. Being married appeared to be the ultimate goal of a relationship. The social milieu attempted to reinforce the concept. Then, Ayn Rand’s books arrived in … Continue reading Wholesomeness
