On the other side

In coaching conversations, we often ask the client what he or she would do if resources were not a constraint. The answers reflect their authentic and deepest desires and reveal what is holding them back. I’ll extend the same concept ahead. If I see myself as a Queen, threats and fears start dissipating when I … Continue reading On the other side

Paradox

I suppress a yawn while listening to another story of millions and crores and how the speaker saw herself perched on a peak, looking down at the unfortunate have-nots. Having worked in a bank and managed books worth thousands of crores, money fails to fascinate me. There was always a fear of repercussions if I … Continue reading Paradox

Under wraps

“I’m sorry, he’s gone.” The monster with steel grey eyes and a white beard covers it with a sheet. “Keep it under wraps. The elections are just a month away.” “Who killed him?” A third voice joins the melee. It was Truth, I think silently. Outwardly, I say that the culprit is yet to be … Continue reading Under wraps

It’s Me, Only Me

when you created this illusion called Earthand put us all in a massive simulationDid you think of being supercededby thought energy? It’s Me, Me everywhere, Godyou are but a figment of my imaginationthe sky and cloudsbear names I gavecolours that change in a heartbeatazure to ceruleantea, Cobalt, Aegeanlapiz, Indigo, Oceancolours that battle the rainbowto be … Continue reading It’s Me, Only Me

Instability

As India and the United States of America prepare for elections, comparisons between certain characters on both sides abound. The ruling party needs to show that it has fulfilled its promises. In the post-truth era, juggling figures is not a big deal, and the masses do not want to get involved in math. Narratives are … Continue reading Instability

Seeking a conclusion

it feels unendingshadows of uncertaintyloom on a deceptivelystraight and narrow path I must reach the gateat the other endit spells hope-but I do not knowwhat horrors lie ahead Yet, I will get thereif only to knowif my journey has beenfruitful or futile What Do You See #230