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Dear Self

A letter to remind you of your worth — even when others forget it.

Apr 17

Almost Quiet

Cities never shut up. Even in their quietest moments, they hum.

Pragya Upadhaya

Apr 17

What if everything we’re searching for is already within us?

What if everything we’re searching for is already within us?

The silence between your smiles says more than you think.

Apr 16

The Gentle Art of Unlearning

The Gentle Art of Unlearning

Peeling back the noise to find what truly belongs to me.

Apr 16

How to Say ‘I’m Not Ready’ Without Breaking Hearts

How to Say ‘I’m Not Ready’ Without Breaking Hearts

When two lines on a test didn’t align with our timelines, we had to rewrite the script of our future

Apr 14

When Age Catches Up To You Too Soon

When Age Catches Up To You Too Soon

My fingers trace sunken smile lines on each cheek

Apr 13

As We Get Older, We Learn to Live With What We Once Fought.

As We Get Older, We Learn to Live With What We Once Fought.

The signal turns red just as I reach the crossing near the old bakery. A tired man pushes a cart of dusty coconuts across the road while…

Apr 13

Unconditional love

Unconditional love

This piece is dedicated to all the dads in the world, for their love without conditions, their sacrifices and their unwavering support.

Apr 13

Favourites

This Year Left Me With The Lessons I Didn't Know I Needed.

This Year Left Me With The Lessons I Didn't Know I Needed.

2024. Wow. This year went by so quickly. It left me with more lessons than I can count. I have to admit, that this year didn’t end the way…

Dec 30, 2024

Farewell to 2024: A Year of Lessons and Milestones!

Farewell to 2024: A Year of Lessons and Milestones!

Embracing the Highs, Lows, and Everything in Between…

Dec 31, 2024

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